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A fun and successful tailgate party doesn't have to cost a lot of cash. Here, we've come up with five tips to keep your party on a budget while you root for your favorite sports team.
Assign everyone a dish, beverage or other task that way the cost (and the work!) is split among the group.
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To make it fun, plan a menu based on the state of the team you’re rooting for such as Texas barbecue or New York street food.
Be sure to plan the entire menu well in advance and create a master checklist to be sure everything is taken care of.
Send out a reminder a few days before so no one forgets to bring their assignment!
Be sure to plan the entire menu well in advance and create a master checklist to be sure everything is taken care of.
Send out a reminder a few days before so no one forgets to bring their assignment!
Even in the coldest weather, you’ll want to be sure to have cool beverages such as water and ice.
It’s a good idea to bring two coolers: one filled with drinks such as water and juice boxes for any kids and use the second, ice-filled cooler to pack any meats you’ll be cooking and/or any sides that should stay cold such as mayonnaise-based salads.
Once you’ve got your theme figured out, choose specific dishes that can easily be made in bulk
Chose side-dishes that can feed a crowd without a lot of ingredients such as chili and macaroni and cheese.
Buy your ingredients, especially any meats you’ll be grilling, at warehouse clubs such as Costco or Sam’s Club or look for bulk buys at the supermarket.
Buy your ingredients, especially any meats you’ll be grilling, at warehouse clubs such as Costco or Sam’s Club or look for bulk buys at the supermarket.
Baking sweet treats to end the party, rather than buying them at a local bakery will save you lots of cash.
Brownies are an easy, inexpensive dessert that can easily feed a crowd.
Or if you prefer, bake a batch of cupcakes and pack them in an easy-to-carry container such as the Cupcake Courier. Use food coloring to tint frosting in your team’s colors.
Or if you prefer, bake a batch of cupcakes and pack them in an easy-to-carry container such as the Cupcake Courier. Use food coloring to tint frosting in your team’s colors.
Forget pricey decorations with your team’s logo on it. Stock up on décor and party basics like table coverings, napkins, plates and cups in solid colors at the dollar, craft or party store instead.
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