Tailgating season has arrived and many are on the hunt for a fresh new change from that drab parking lot party. Fortunately, you can change that around starting as early as TODAY.
This Wednesday, October 3rd at 7:00 p.m, Mt. Airy’s Avenida will be cooking up a storm and giving you all the recipes, plus a complimentary cocktail for only $30 per person.
Be sure to bring your appetites because everyone is invited to devour the amazingly simple and delicioso tailgating menu. Avenida will be teaming up with Urban Athlete again and this class will be all about healthy tailgating. That’s right, there is a way to throw an amazing tailgating party and not go crazy on the unhealthy food. They will be teaching participants how to make delicious alternatives to sandwiches, chicken and sides that will blow your mind. They’ll even be sharing all the recipe secrets! The menu will include:
Appetizers
Edamame Hummus and Veggies
Grilled Corn Tortillas with Fresh Salsa and Guacamole
Fresh Cole Slaw (lime vinaigrette)
7 Layer Dip – Black Beans, Lettuce, Greek Yogurt, tomato, Guacamole, shredded cheese, ranchero sauce
Meals
Baked Chicken Tenders with Chaloula Sauce and Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Turkey Meatballs
Tofu Sliders, Tofu Parmesan Hoagies
Shrimp Avocado and Tomatillo Lettuce Wraps
Don’t miss this delicious event! Call 267.385.6857 to reserve your last minute seat at the tailgating table.
You can also get a head start for tonight’s event by practicing at home with Avenida’s simple salsa recipe. Spy it below and let us know what you think!
Cranberry Jicama Salsa
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups fresh cranberries
1 large jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon minced jalapeño chile
Salt
Preparation
1. Whisk together orange juice, lime juice, and sugar in a small bowl. Coarsely chop fresh cranberries in a food processor.
2. Combine cranberries in a medium bowl with jicama, cilantro, chile, and salt to taste. Mix with juices; chill until ready to serve.
Avenida is located at 7402 Germantown Avenue.
Photos courtesy of Avenida.