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Throwing a tailgate party
is not all fun and games—it
can be a lot of work. But it
doesn’t have to be.
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1. try this: Don’t over-think the
food. In addition to our simple tailgate
snack recipes, put out easy-to-pickup,
no-cook items like fresh fruit, storebought cookies and seasoned crackers
to round out your menu.
striped straws to dress up ice-water, a
must-have item in the Southern heat.
Use unexpected items like old wooden
crates to create more serving space
on your table and add some visual
interest.
2. do this: Sometimes, less is
4. try this: For easy cleanup,
more. For table decor, go natural and
use flowers or just greenery picked
from your yard. Place them in plain
glass vases to let their loveliness shine
through.
put safety first and have a fire extinguisher nearby, as well
as a grill master who knows how to cook meats to the
proper temps. And dad, use this time to pass along your
grilling secrets to your son (or daughter!). The best way to
learn is to do.
use as many paper products as you can.
We love these popcorn boxes. Hint:
You don’t have to put popcorn in them!
Use them to hold any small snacks like
chex mix, m&m’s and more.
3. do this: Have drinks pre-
6. remember this: If you’re grilling out, always
5. do this: Have blankets and
chilled, but go for a big pretty bucket
instead of a cooler. And use mason
jars with slices of lemon and sassy
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quilts on hand for extra on-ground
seating for the kids. That way, they can
leave the chairs for the old folks.
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