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February 04, 2026, 07:53 PM
old rugged cross
Lets say you are going to a party for the
upcoming Daytona 500. What will you bring as a food.
Something that will be enjoyed by others of all ages.
Fairly easy to prepare.

What are your suggestions for these kinds of events

Thanks all.



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February 04, 2026, 07:57 PM
HRK
Platter of wings with assorted flavors, Wing Stop, Publix, all can do that, bags of tortilla chips and salsa and/or guacamole dip,

Check with the Host, sometimes plates, cups, plastic fork/knife kits, napkins, 2 litre sodas, bags of Ice
February 04, 2026, 08:23 PM
old rugged cross
Nice, I like that. Who does not love wings. Thanks HRK.



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February 04, 2026, 08:30 PM
ArtieS
Good deviled eggs. Never been to a party where there were leftovers.


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February 04, 2026, 08:31 PM
mjlennon
i'LL make the potato salad.
February 04, 2026, 08:33 PM
ZSMICHAEL
I have been to Indy but not Daytona. Check policies on bringing in your food and drink. Your choices sound fine.
February 04, 2026, 08:33 PM
dsiets
quote:
Originally posted by ArtieS:
Good deviled eggs. Never been to a party where there were leftovers.


This is NOT what I would bring.
But it would be what I hoped YOU brought. Big Grin

I like to do stuffed Jalapenos.
https://www.allrecipes.com/rec...apenos/?kw=myrecipes

Even if the jalapenos are mild, they taste great.
The longer you bake them, the more mild they get, which can be good if you get a hot variety
.

So if you can, make them, put them on foiled backing sheets, transport and bake them at the party.
Same effect as cookies coming out of the oven.
February 04, 2026, 09:41 PM
FenderBender
depends on people, and what the host has going. but Smoked turkey or pulled pork are very frequently high on the list.


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February 04, 2026, 09:49 PM
Orguss
Artichoke dip or 7-layer bean dip with an assortment of chips, or a charcuterie plate with a wide variety of meats and cheeses.


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February 04, 2026, 09:53 PM
SpinZone
Rum Punch.
Its a Florida thing.


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February 04, 2026, 10:33 PM
400m
Hot dogs if kids will be there.
It’s gonna be warm so maybe ice cream sandwiches if they will keep.
February 04, 2026, 10:43 PM
jimmy123x
shrimp cocktail is a good choice.
February 04, 2026, 10:48 PM
p113565
Chicken Fingers, CFA has a great platter.
February 05, 2026, 07:59 AM
ruger357
Sausage balls


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February 05, 2026, 08:17 AM
odin
Lil Smokies in a barbecue sauce....
February 05, 2026, 08:30 AM
229DAK
quote:
shrimp cocktail is a good choice.
As a general comment, see if you can find out if anyone has any food allergies before you decide what to make/bring.


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February 05, 2026, 09:00 AM
jaaron11
Buffalo chicken dip. It's best with rotisserie chicken, but you can make it with canned chicken to save time.


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February 05, 2026, 09:46 AM
phxtoad
Requires a crock pot: Trader Joe’s Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola or similar.


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February 05, 2026, 09:48 AM
patw
I like the wings idea or a deli platter of meats/cheeses.
February 05, 2026, 09:56 AM
YellowJacket
I killed a bunch of ducks last year and have been making egg rolls for finger food parties. They're easy, delicious, and different.


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