From etiquette no-nos to game day food tips, don’t fumble at your next tailgate.
While weve got the mostwow-worthy tailgate recipeslocked down, what about the actual hosting?
Some Southerners will undoubtedly show up with their own roadies, and thats perfectly fine.
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Instead, eliminate your stress by welcoming people as they come and enjoying yourself without a strict schedule.
After offering the first beverage for guests, you might relinquish some responsibility.
In other words, we take it up a notch.
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That way you arent panicking if the barbecue isnt ready to serve or the jalapeno poppers arent crispy yet.
Whip up a batch of pimiento cheese, or settle for something as simple as ranch dressing and veggies.
It makes all the difference, and your guests wont even notice.
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