Football season is here. Let the time-honored tradition of the
pregame party begin.
“Football rivalries and tailgating occur throughout the state whether you are in Gainesville, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando or Miami,” says Dustyn Shroff, Vice President of GreatFlorida Insurance, Florida’s top independent auto insurance agency.”
The following are some pro tips to make your tailgate a
success.
Plan
ahead. Organization and preparation will get the party started
quicker. Night before preparation will save a lot of time and give the host
time to enjoy the party.
Flaunt
your team spirit. Team colors and logos should be a prominent part
of your party. Show off team décor on your tablecloths, plates, chairs and tent.
Keep the
menu simple. Simple does not mean boring. Fingers foods are
easier to eat when standing, than those that require a knife and fork.
Bring
more than one cooler. Keep separate coolers for food and drinks. A
drink cooler will be opened more often allowing cool air to escape. Also, if
there is a food spill, it won’t get on your drinks.
Be mindful of loading up. Experts at USA Today recommend packing your grill up last, making it the first thing out of the vehicle when you arrive, so you are ready to go.
Entertainment. Of
course, you are there for the game, but every party needs music or live sports,
so don’t forget the Bluetooth speaker.
Games. While
waiting for the main event, have some games on hand such as drink pong, corn
hole, ladderball or a football to toss around.
Watch the
clock. Allow plenty of time for unpacking and packing back up before
the game starts.
“Be sure to leave your grill plenty of time to cool off before
placing it back in the car, or you could a have real problem, says Ellsworth
Buck, Vice President of GreatFlorida
Insurance, Florida’s largest independent auto insurance agency.”
Mind your manners. Thrillist has suggestions for proper tailgating etiquette, if you want to be invited back to the party. Don’t sit on the drink cooler, don’t be a freeloader and pull your weight with cooking and cleaning.
Make nice. Introduce
yourself to your neighbors, no matter what team they are supporting.
Be sure
to have fun and enjoy yourself!
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