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If you’re the kind of person who already has their season pass for the year, you’ve come to the right place. When football season is in the air, nothing beats a day at the stadium—and those days start with a good old-fashioned tailgate.
Everyone has their own take on throwing the best tailgate ever, so we’re sharing some secret tips from our team. If you’re looking to build the ultimate game plan, here’s how you can drive your tailgate to a touchdown.
If you’re hosting a tailgate, then the pressure’s on—but there’s no reason to panic. As long as you plan ahead and have a hot grill ready, your menu will always come out on top.
“You can never go wrong with barbeque! Pulled pork, hot dogs, and some good side dishes are always a win.” —Cara, Marketing
There’s all sorts of options with barbecue, but if you really want to wow the crowd, show off your skills with a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Texas-style brisket. It might take all day to make, but the absolute delight on you and your friends’ faces will be worth it.
An ice-cold beer is almost synonymous with tailgating at this point, but some of our team members have a few different ideas. Hard seltzers are great for some variety, but Ty in Marketing starts his day off with some caffeine.
“For drinks, we like to start with some coffee (with an Irish twist). From there, a few cold beers. Ideally something light and easy.” —Ty, Marketing
Whether you’re into beer, seltzers, or even a little bit of liquor, don’t forget a cooler to keep everything chilled. For all you cocktail connoisseurs, it’s the perfect place for your mixers, too.
Everyone’s going to have their own pick for a tailgate essential. Many folks might call for a TV to watch other games before heading into the stadium. For our team though, there’s another absolute must-have that can make or break a tailgate.
“Music! I think having a speaker and setting the tone with the right playlist gets everyone excited to go into the game. Plus, you can play any songs that relate to your team and really get the crowd going.” —Lauren, Creative
As much fun as the food, drinks, and sports are, the best parts of any tailgate are the memories and traditions you make along the way—especially when you’re sporting the right gear.
At the heart of all that is the close-knit kinship that comes with family and friends. For Mark, it’s the long history of tailgating with family that makes it all worth it.
“It’s the simple pleasure of spending time with old friends and family. Our family have been tailgating for over 65 years and three generations.” —Mark, Sales
Our four in-house tailgaters have shared their game plan, and now it’s time for you to put it into action! So grab your champion-worthy chair, fire up the grill, and kick start the party with the best fans around: your friends and family.
Whether you’re a first-time tailgater or a master behind the grill, share your experience with us on Instagram by tagging us @tbahama.
