Top chef your next tailgate with these 17 MVP grub picks

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Have you ever thought to take your tailgate food up a notch? We’ve compiled a list of 17 top picks that could make your next party the talk of the crowd. It’s all about trying something new, stepping away from the usual, and adding a touch of a top chef to your cooking.

Here’s an idea: why not surprise your friends at your next tailgate with a unique menu? You’ll be taking the game-day experience to an entirely new level! Think of having your friends rave about your food, asking you for your cooking secrets. Sometimes, an exciting menu twist is all it takes for a memorable day. So, gather your cooking tools, gear up for the game, and prepare to cook up a storm at your next tailgate!

Four tortilla pizzas on a wooden cutting board.
Tortilla Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Mozzarella Sticks

Mozzarella sticks are a great way of winning over the crowd. Oozing with cheese, they’re delicious and perfect for sharing. As a top chef-recommended snack, they can turn your tailgate into an instant hit.
Get the Recipe: Mozzarella Sticks

Sweet Potato Fries

Try the sweet potato fries at your next tailgate party for a sweet and savoury bite. Oven-baked to a perfect crisp, they are a top chef’s way to make a simple ingredient shine.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Fries

Avocado sauce in a bowl with it's ingredients surrounding it.
Creamy Avocado Sauce. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Creamy Avocado Sauce

The creamy avocado sauce is a game-changer for your next tailgate party. Unbelievably smooth and rich, it’s a star dip that takes your traditional nachos to the next level. Take it from a top chef, introducing this MVP pick will undoubtedly raise your tailgate standards.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Avocado Sauce

Pizza Rolls

Looking to shake things up at your usual tailgate? Pizza rolls are your best bet. All the goodness of a pizza but cleverly condensed into bite-sized delights is an easy way to bring a top chef touch to your tailgate.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Rolls

Two tacos on a plate with a sauce.
Sweet Potato Tacos. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Sweet Potato Tacos

A top chef knows how to experiment and our sweet potato tacos are an excellent example. With an exciting mix of flavours, this incredible dish will surely top chef your next tailgate party.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Tacos

Potato Skins

Classic potato skins never fail to impress. Loaded with delicious toppings, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. These snacks are more than just an appetizer; they’re your passport to being the top chef at your tailgate party.
Get the Recipe: Potato Skins

A black bean burger in a burger bap with relish oozing out over it.
25 Minute Black Bean Burger. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

25 Minute Black Bean Burger

Looking for an alternative for your meat-loving friends? Our 25-minute black bean burger fits the bill. This hearty burger packed with flavor is just what a top chef would order for a twist on the traditional beef burger.
Get the Recipe: 25 Minute Black Bean Burger

Easy Flatbread Pizza

All the goodness of a pizza without the hassle of a dough, the easy flatbread pizza is a quick fix for pizza cravings. Light and loaded with flavours, this dish screams top chef quality while your friends enjoy a handheld treat.
Get the Recipe: Easy Flatbread Pizza

Smashed potatoes on parchment paper, with dollops of sauce and sprigs of dill.
Smashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Smashed Potatoes

Smashed potatoes are a fun and delicious way to spice up your potato dish. Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they bring a whole new level of texture. Trying them out at your next tailgate will showcase your top chef abilities.
Get the Recipe: Smashed Potatoes

Veggie Burger

Please the vegetarians at your tailgate with a flavorful veggie burger. It’s juicy, and delectable and proves that non-meat dishes can also be a top chef’s pick.
Get the Recipe: Veggie Burger

Someone helping themselves to a slice of Margherita pizza.
Margherita Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Margherita Pizza

Who would say no to a perfectly baked Margherita pizza at your tailgate party? Bringing the traditional Italian flavors of tomato, basil, and mozzarella to your tailgate menu will transport your friends straight to Italy. This top chef-inspired classic will make your tailgate worth remembering.
Get the Recipe: Margherita Pizza

Vegetarian Buffalo Fries

Our vegetarian buffalo fries deliver the right combination of crunch and spice. They add a surprising twist to the traditional fries, clearly showing your top chef tailgating skills. We promise; they’re a treat that’s hard to beat.
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Buffalo Fries

Baked jalapenos on a plate with dipping sauce.
Jalapeno Poppers. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Jalapeno Poppers

Adding our jalapeno poppers to your tailgate menu will spice things up. With a cheesy filling that perfectly tempers the heat, they’re an ideal snack to showcase your daring top chef side.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeno Poppers

Sweet Potato Cubes

Add some sweet potato cubes to your tailgate menu for a new flavor. Oven-roasted to bring out their natural sweetness, they offer a healthy alternative to traditional fries. This is a top chef’s way of balancing flavor with nutrition.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Cubes

Four slices of French bread pizza with tomatoes and cheese on a cutting board.
French Bread Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

French Bread Pizza

Our French Bread Pizza is a surprise that your friends wouldn’t want to miss. With its crispy crust topped with gooey cheese, it’s bound to overwhelm the taste buds. It’s a top chef-style dish that will keep your friends returning for more.
Get the Recipe: French Bread Pizza

Tortilla Pizza

Winning hearts at a tailgate party has never been easier with the tortilla pizza. Yet filled with tasty goodness, it’s a hassle-free dish that everybody loves. Show off your top chef talents with this recipe that goes easy during your preparation time.
Get the Recipe: Tortilla Pizza

A plate of cauliflower wings with dipping sauce and celery.
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Who said buffalo flavor is only for chicken wings? Introduce your friends to ourAir Fryer buffalo cauliflower, a zesty, crunchy snack that adds a new character to your tailgate menu. It’s a top chef’s way of offering variety without skimping on flavor.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

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