LSUDad Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Baton Rouge Tailgating at LSU is the ultimate tailgating experience by Cristine Struble1 hour agoFollow @CristineStruble From football fans to food lovers, Baton Rouge Tailgating at LSU needs to top the bucket list food and sports experience. Are you ready to eat and cheer? For many people football is life. The Baton Rouge Tailgating experience at LSU is the biggest celebration of football and food in the nation. Have you ever joined this weekend activity? Many football teams, both professional and college, hold tailgating experiences prior to the game. While everyone has their special traditions, some places go bigger and bolder than others. LSU, Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, is definitely the bigger, bolder option. Known as the self-proclaimed tailgating capital of the world, the pre-game festivities are as important as the final score at the end of the game. According to Visit Baton Rouge, Tiger Stadium transforms into the 3rd largest city in Louisiana. TOP ARTICLES1/6TITANS SEASON 2, EPISODE 13 REVIEW: NIGHTWING With up to 400,000 people celebrating people, food and football, this seasonal experience is more than just a sporting event. Some people even head to the area just for tailgating. For many people LSU football is life. LSU Tiger Stadium is the 4th largest on-campus stadium in the country. While people return to their alma mater, the college town welcomes everyone to these food and football celebrations. Even if you aren’t a diehard football fan, foodies are flocking to the area for the delicious food. When many people think about tailgating food, brats or hamburgers are the typical fare. In Baton Rouge, the dishes are quite different. Drawing inspiration from Cajun and Creole cuisine, these dishes are bursting with flavor. From the andouille gumbo that slowly simmers to Gator-on-Stick, these dishes blend the traditional and the unusual. These dishes highligh both local ingredients and favorite flavors of the area. One dish that every foodie must try is the cochon de lait, a whole roasted pig. This item is usually made in “Cajun microwaves.” While most people don’t have this device in the kitchen, it is a “charcoal Dutch oven made from Louisiana cypress trees.” This Baton Rouge version of low and slow cooking is definitely a must have. Of course, all that tasty food needs refreshing beverage. Luckily, beer, like Abita, is flowing from many taps. Even a few RVs have their own tappers built-in to have a draft ready for toasting another LSU victory. The Baton Rouge Tailgating Experience shows how food and sports are a winning pair. While the game is important for the overall statistics, that food experience brings people together. That plate is a vehicle to spark a conversation, share a memory and maybe create a new fan. Even if you aren’t a LSU alum or fan, a visit to the Baton Rouge Tailgating experience is a must for foodies. This tailgating lifestyle deserved its self-proclaimed declaration of best in the world. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eq4bits Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Homegate this late afternoon/early evening will consist of bbq ribs, baked beans, fried shrimp/fried shrimp poboys, & rosemary-seasalt fries. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishhead Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 Bought a new smoker yesterday, smoking a bacon wrapped pork loin right now 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dachsie Posted November 30, 2019 Share Posted November 30, 2019 I have no idea what those Aggies are serving - I am bringing artichoke dip. LOL I am going to my boss's house to watch game 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSUDad Posted December 1, 2019 Author Share Posted December 1, 2019 Gumbo, Pastalaya, Tater Salad. Peach Cobbler was the chaser. Then Stadium Club for the game, their menu... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchertiger Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 We served chicken and sausage gumbo, brisket sandwiches, chicken and sausage alfredo, roasted vegetables and "kicked up" queso over fritos. We served so many cocktails we ran out of ice! A little windy but almost perfect tailgate weather. Got to watch Ohio State / Michigan and the Iron Bowl. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSUDad Posted December 2, 2019 Author Share Posted December 2, 2019 1 hour ago, Hatchertiger said: We served chicken and sausage gumbo, brisket sandwiches, chicken and sausage alfredo, roasted vegetables and "kicked up" queso over fritos. We served so many cocktails we ran out of ice! A little windy but almost perfect tailgate weather. Got to watch Ohio State / Michigan and the Iron Bowl. Giddy Up, nice spread. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatchertiger Posted December 2, 2019 Share Posted December 2, 2019 1 hour ago, LSUDad said: Giddy Up, nice spread. We literally began our tailgate 20 years ago with only 2 chairs, one for me and one for my wife while we watched the kiddos run around and play. In its present configuration I can't fit a sheet of paper in my truck by the time I get it loaded up. You're always welcome to stop by and visit. A couple of people from here have done so Fish, Nootch, Dachsie, Okie, NS Mom, and others. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LSUDad Posted December 2, 2019 Author Share Posted December 2, 2019 Thanks for the invite Hatch, next year, will make one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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