The Worst Mistakes to Make While Grilling at a Tailgate

As a prelude to watching warriors duke it out on the football field, it’s no wonder that eating mouthwatering slabs of meat is a mainstay of any tailgate party. We also love the bonus time to visit with friends and relax outside before heading in to watch the game. (Find our fave tailgate recipes here.) But cooks can’t take the task of manning the grill lightly. In addition to knowing the basics of how to grill, pitmasters should follow these tips to avoid potentially dangerous grilling mistakes. Plus: Be sure you don’t make any of these major grilling safety mistakes.