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    LSU Tailgate

    Published: Oct 11, 2012 · Modified: Aug 24, 2023 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    LSU Tigers game day recipes and cocktails! These appetizers, sweet treats & drinks are perfect for an LSU Tailgate!

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means that, at no extra cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you click a link and purchase an item I’ve recommended. Thanks for your support in running this blog!

    With a moniker like "Death Valley", you might not think of LSU as the most hospitable place to tailgate.

    Yes, LSU fans are known as some of the loudest, proudest and most spirited fans in the SEC, but while they defend their team fiercely, they also welcome guests to the tailgate with open arms and heaping plates!

    In today's post, we're talking all things LSU Tigers, interweaving elements of Louisiana's rich food culture into the tailgate menu and gearing up for an exciting season ahead... Let's Geaux!

    Jump to:
    • LSU Football Facts
    • LSU Tailgate Food
    • Game Day Essentials
    • More Themed Tailgate Recipes

    LSU Football Facts

    A few facts about the LSU Tigers:

    • Location: Louisiana State University is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
    • Stadium: Tiger Stadium (Death Valley)
    • Mascot: Mike the Tiger
    • Team Colors: Purple and Gold
    • Team Saying or Chant: "Geaux Tigers!"
    • Marching Band: The Golden Band from Tigerland
    • Fight Song: "Fight for LSU"

    LSU Tailgate Food

    It isn't uncommon to see vats of bubbling oil and seafood boils at LSU tailgates (at least that was my experience when I visited!), but if you're looking for something a little simpler to pack, I've got you covered with some simple, Louisiana-inspired eats!

    Here's what we've got on the LSU Tailgate menu:

    • Cocktails: LSU Spiked Blueberry Lemonade, Tiger Tea
    • Appetizers: Creole Sausage Balls, Spicy Louisiana Shrimp Dip
    • Desserts: Mini King Cakes, Bananas Foster Cookie Bars
    LSU Spiked Blueberry Lemonade - Always Order Dessert
    Sip purple and gold with this LSU inspired spiked blueberry lemonade cocktail that’s perfect for college football parties and tailgates.
    Check out this recipe
    Tiger Tea - Southern Living
    Amid the plethora of game day foods, LSU fans need a seriously sippable drink—and they have it in Tiger Tea. Learn how to make this Tiger Tea cocktail using lemonade and sweet tea vodka.
    Check out this recipe
    Tiger Tea - Southern Living
    Creole Sausage Balls with Remoulade Dipping Sauce - Salt & Lavender
    Sausage balls are a classic American appetizer that are perfect for a tailgate. This Cajun twist is ideal for an LSU Tailgate!
    Check out this recipe
    Creole Sausage Balls with Remoulade Dipping Sauce - Salt & Lavender
    Spicy Louisiana Shrimp Dip - Dinner Then Dessert
    Spicy Louisiana Shrimp Dip is a spicy, creamy dip with Cajun spices that you can make in 30 minutes. It’ll be the hit of your Tiger Tailgate!
    Check out this recipe
    Mini King Cakes
    These Mini King Cakes are a bite-sized nod to the Louisiana Mardi Gras classic. Turned into a hand-held individual dessert, they make a great sweet treat for game day!
    Check out this recipe
    Bananas Foster Cookie Bars - Go Bold With Butter
    This decadent dessert has a sugar cookie base and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and, of course, a banana caramel that you’ll want to put on everything!
    Check out this recipe
    Bananas Foster Cookie Bars - Go Bold With Butter

    Game Day Essentials

    You're going to need some Purple & Gold if you want to make your tailgate stand out! Check out the LSU Tigers Tailgate shop page that I've curated with some of the best game day essentials.

    Looking to elevate your tailgate in a more neutral way? Check out my Football Season Tailgate Essentials Shop where I share my tailgating must-haves!

    More Themed Tailgate Recipes

    Interested in exploring tailgates for the other SEC teams? Take a look at my the other posts in the Tailgate Thursday series:

    • Alabama Crimson Tide
    • Auburn Tigers
    • Florida Gators
    • Georgia Bulldogs
    • Kentucky Wildcats
    • LSU Tigers
    • Mississippi State Bulldogs
    • Missouri Tigers
    • Ole Miss Rebels
    • South Carolina Gamecocks
    • Tennessee Volunteers
    • Texas A&M Aggies
    • Vanderbilt Commodores

    Don't forget to tag me and the recipe authors and show off your game day tailgate spread!

    More Appetizer Recipes

    • Mississippi State Tailgate
    • Texas A&M Tailgate
    • Mizzou Tailgate
    • Florida Tailgate

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    Comments

    1. Debra says

      October 17, 2016 at 8:35 am

      In your recipe for the tiger bark, you say to melt the white chocolate and peanut butter for 1 1/2 minutes@ 30 MINUTE intervals. While most folks would realize you meant 30 SECOND intervals, I. Would hate for you to have to deal with that 1 person who put it in for 30 minutes because that's what it said. ? Looks like a good recipe that I for sure will be trying. Thank you.

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      • thekitchenprep says

        October 17, 2016 at 12:11 pm

        Oh my goodness, Debra! I'm glad you caught that! 🙂 Thanks for letting me know, I'll fix it right now. I hope you enjoy it when you give it a try!

        Reply

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