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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Winning Game Day Food and Drink Ideas

    Published: January 22, 2018 / Updated: May 19, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Winning Game Day Food and Drink Ideas

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    Thank you NFL for sponsoring this game day food post. Can’t wait for my next Game Day!


    Who's excited about playoffs and ready for The Big Game coming up? ME! Are you, too? Which team are you rooting for?

    I grew up in and around Portland, Oregon, where we have no local NFL team. But my hubby grew in Kansas City, and he's a BIG Kansas City Chiefs fan. With KC eyeing a championship, it's been quite an EXCITING season! But unfortunately, Portland isn't that close to KC, so getting to a game isn't that easy.

    If you aren't able to see your team in person -- and of course tailgate! -- throwing a fun party at home is where it's at.

    Game Day Food and Drink Ideas That Are Sure to Score

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    I am so excited to be partnering with the NFL to help give you some ideas that you can use to throw the best game day party ever!

    Besides inviting fun friends over to help cheer on your favorite team, there are three essential elements to throwing a fun & fabulous football party:

    1. Team fan gear
    2. Delicious food
    3. Yummy drinks

    Team Fan Gear

    NFL KC Chiefs Beer Mug - Game Day Food and Drink Tips

    One of the best ways to show your true team spirit is to load up before the Big Game with fan gear.

    We love collecting team t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, coasters, mugs, blankets, and more. All of the KC Chiefs gear you see in these photos are from NFLShop.com.

    Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    We love team gear that we can use even when the game's not on. The KC Chiefs blanket you see on the couch? Our kids and dog love snuggling up with it for everyday TV watching.

    Game Day Food Bliss

    While I enjoy a good game, y'all know: my heart belongs to the FOOD that's involved with any party.

    When throwing a game day party, have fun with it and bring on food that celebrates your team's regional cuisine.

    What's Kansas City known for? KC BBQ of course!

    Instant Pot Baby Back Pork Ribs

    These beautiful Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs with homemade KC-style barbecue sauce were the perfect way to bring some KC BBQ into our party!

    BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos - Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com.

    BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos are also an excellent way to celebrate. These are inspired by the loaded nachos served at the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium!

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    Hot dogs are a stadium staple, so at our game day party, I simply wrapped them up in cute food bags in our team colors and tied them with baker's twine. Get creative with bags, boxes, tissue paper that you already have around the house in your team's colors!

    Charcuterie Board NFL KC Chiefs Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    And, because we're in Oregon wine country where cheese & meat boards are all the rage at every event, I had to serve some cheese & charcuterie at our football fest.

    Luckily, NFLShop.com has these beautiful, well-made cheese and charcuterie boards that you can find with your team's logo on them.

    NFL Cheese Board Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    I love them so much. The large Chiefs cheese board has a handle and rope that makes it a beautiful wall display in our kitchen – a great way to showcase team spirit on days other than game day.

    Game Day Snacks

    Snacks (or Snacky Snacks, as we always call them in our house) are essential for any game day party.

    NFL KC Chiefs Mug with Popcorn - Game Day Food and Drink tips

    Load up team logo mugs and glasses with popcorn, cheese straws, nuts, and candies.

    KC Chiefs glass with party food - Game Day Food and Drink Tips

    Game Day Drinks

    To wash down all of the yummy food, you'll need some party drinks.

    NFL KC Chiefs Beer Mug. Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    KC has a great microbrew scene, so beer is definitely on tap for this homegate party.

    If your team is from an area that has some tasty local brews, be sure to serve those in these hefty NFLShop.com mugs.

    NFL wine glass. Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Again, living in Oregon wine country, we don't just drink beer and cocktails at our football parties. There is always wine, too. NFLShop.com has you covered with really sturdy logo wine glasses, too!

    Finally, create one signature drink with either local flavors and/or team colors as a finishing touchdown to your game day party.

    Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas with Straw-Ber-Rita

    Since the KC Chiefs' colors are red and gold, I whipped up these Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas with Straw-Ber-Rita.

    Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas - Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    They are made with fruit punch, seltzer water, and Straw-Ber-Ritas. So refreshing, and I love that the colors of this drink represent our Chiefs!

    Have you ever tried Lime-A-Ritas or Straw-Ber-Ritas before? They are so tasty! I've got the recipe for my Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas below. To find out more about Lime-A-Rita be sure to follow them on Instagram @lime_a_rita and check out their Pinterest page @Lime-A-Rita.

    Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas - Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    Strawberry Lemonade Margarita

    5 from 1 vote
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas are refreshing sips for your football homegate party - or any party!
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    Ingredients

    • 4 oz Straw-Ber-Rita
    • 2 oz seltzer water
    • 2 oz fruit punch
    • 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • optional garnish: quartered strawberries and lemon slice

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a margarita glass, and garnish.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    So instead of battling the weather, traffic, and ticket prices, bring the tailgating party to your house with a super fun, fabulous game day bash.

    I hope these ideas help inspire you! :)

    Tips for Making Your Homegating Party a Touchdown! Ideas and Recipes on UrbanBlissLife.com

    I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

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      Comments

      1. David Valle says

        October 15, 2018 at 5:35 pm

        Wow! It seems interesting. I felt hunger when I g through the article. Have fun to read such blog. Thanks for sharing such beautiful thoughts and useful tips. Have a good day.

        Reply
      2. Rhonda Albom says

        January 26, 2018 at 4:07 pm

        You sure know how to throw a party! You had me at the pulled pork nachos - football and fiesta!

        Reply
      3. Jenna says

        January 24, 2018 at 9:32 am

        Has the makings of a great superbowl party for sure. Normally I don't really care much about sports other than the awesome food that goes along with them, but this year my city is in the superbowl and my family and friends are in a frenzy over the game so I kinda care a little more.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:20 pm

          It helps to have a connection to a team! Thank you, Jenna!

      4. Sues says

        January 23, 2018 at 9:27 am

        All of the food at your party looks soooo good!! The ribs and nachos look AWESOME! But now that the Patriots are in the Super Bowl, you'll have to come to my Super Bowl Homegate party :) :)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:19 pm

          Thank you, Sues!

      5. Jenni says

        January 23, 2018 at 1:42 am

        First off... I've never heard of the term homegatw and think it's just brilliant! I've never been much of a sports fan, but have always wanted to tailgate for the party! Second, this is the prettiest football party I've ever seen!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:18 pm

          Thanks so much for the nice comment. Jenni!

      6. melissa says

        January 23, 2018 at 1:15 am

        you had me at pulled pork nachos!!! I’ll be watching for the commercials 🤫😊. Hubbie is rooting for the Patriots—-and we’ll be at a Bostonian’s house so...!!!! Happy Homegating!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:17 pm

          How fun! Happy Homegating to you, too! :)

      7. Hillary Harper says

        January 22, 2018 at 11:01 pm

        Such a fun post! I'm not a huge fan of any particular team, but throwing a Super Bowl party is one of my favorite parties to put together! I'm definitely going to mix-up up a batch of those Strawberry Beritas ;)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:16 pm

          The parties are definitely a huge part of the fun! Let me know how you like them! :)

      8. Gina says

        January 22, 2018 at 6:53 pm

        Sounds like a fun party! I can't wait for the Superbowl!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:15 pm

          Same! Thanks! :)

      9. Liz says

        January 22, 2018 at 6:15 pm

        That sounds like a fun party!!! I'm not much of a football fan but I love parties because of the snacks and socializing ;)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:14 pm

          It's a huge part of the fun! Thanks, Liz!

      10. Cliona Keane says

        January 22, 2018 at 6:05 pm

        This sounds like the making of the best party ever! I wish we had the Superbowl in the UK in the same we you do in the states, it seems like such an amazing community event!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:14 pm

          It really is! It's such a fun time of year :) Thank you!

      11. Melissa says

        January 22, 2018 at 5:54 pm

        I love this concept of a homegate party and everything looks absolutely delicious. :)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:13 pm

          Thank you, Melissa!

      12. Charla @ That Girl Cooks Healthy says

        January 22, 2018 at 5:08 pm

        All of the food and drinks looks so appealling I wouldn't know where to begin.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:13 pm

          It can be a bit overwhelming! LOL Thanks, Charla!

      13. Melissa (Pen and Parent) says

        January 22, 2018 at 11:46 am

        Wow, the nachos and strawberry lemonade margaritas look amazing. Whoever ends up at your house on Super Bowl Sunday will be super lucky to enjoy that spread!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:12 pm

          Aw. thank you, Melissa!

      14. Pech says

        January 22, 2018 at 11:28 am

        I'm a Chicago and thus Bears fan for life! You put together such a beautiful spread and putting snacks in the logo mugs is clever and cute!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:11 pm

          Thank you so much!

      15. Catherine @ Ten Thousand Hour Mama says

        January 22, 2018 at 10:07 am

        I don't have strong NFL ties so I automatically pull for the Lions (my husband is from Detroit). Unfortunately, they never win pretty much anything. ;)

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 24, 2018 at 10:11 pm

          It's okay to root for the underdog! It's fun to participate in general! :)

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