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How to Throw a Tailgate Party. Whether it's a simple picnic or an extravagant affair with
a candelabra and linen tablecloth, many people say tailgating is the best part of the game.
You will need A vehicle, preferably one with lots of cargo space Cooking equipment, like
a grill Plenty of hearty food Drinks, like water and beer Music A radio or TV A power
converter to plug into your car A cooler or thermal tray Team jerseys and face paint.
Step 1. Secure a car with enough cargo space to carry the food, beverages and whatever
else you want to bring -- cooking equipment, a table, folding chairs, a keg. An SUV, pick-up
truck or van is ideal. Step 2. Invite your friends, making sure beforehand that everyone
will be able to get tickets to the game. Try to show up at the venue together. If it's
too late to go to the game, you can still throw your party; just bring along a radio
or a TV and a power converter that plugs into the car's cigarette lighter. Step 3. Plan
your menu. Good tailgating foods include salads, chicken, nacho layer dip, and ribs. Football
season can be cold! So serve something hot that can be made the night before, like chili
or mac and cheese. And bring a special hot drink, like mulled cider or hot cocoa with
peppermint schnapps. Step 4. Compile a list of all the non-food items you need so you
won't forget anything. Frequently forgotten items include a corkscrew, water, garbage
bags, sunscreen, and sealable plastic bags for leftovers. Step 5. Start chilling the
beverages you plan to bring. Freeze some bottled water to throw in the cooler. If you have
a large crowd, consider bringing a keg. Check the stadium's rules on alcohol; kegs and glass
bottle rules vary from venue to venue. Step 6. The night before the game, prepare any
food that you're not planning to cook on site. To prevent food poisoning, use a cooler and/or
a thermal tray to transport food. Step 7. Show up at the stadium early! You'll need
time to set up everything and do the grilling. Turn on the tunes! Step 8. Enjoy yourself.
Eat, drink, relax in folding chairs, toss a football around, sing fight songs-- do whatever
gets you prepped for the big game. Just don't get so drunk before the game that you make
an *** of yourself. Step 9. Clean up after yourself, then cheer your team on to victory.
Did you know The NFL banned tailgating at Super Bowl XLI in 2007, citing security concerns,
making it the first Super Bowl without tailgate parties.