Clean: Wash your hands and surfaces often.
Separate: Don’t cross-contaminate.
Cook to the right temperature.
Chill: Refrigerate promptly.
Keeping food safe at a tailgate gathering requires the same safe food handling practices as picnicking outdoors because a refrigerator and running water are probably not available. Include lots of clean utensils for preparing and serving the safely cooked food. In addition to a grill and fuel for cooking food, pack a food thermometer to be sure the meat and poultry reach a high enough temperature to destroy any harmful bacteria that may be present...
For more information, visit the USDA website:
Tailgating Food Safety Q & A | Food Safety and Inspection Service (usda.gov)
5 Tips for Tailgating (University of Arkansas website)
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Karen Roberts Mort
Association Resource Educator
kem18@cornell.edu
518-765-3552
Last updated September 6, 2023