BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Tailgating season in Louisiana has arrived.

Louisiana takes its tailgates seriously, there is always food, drinks, tents and people ready to have a good time. Some might say they like to have a football party more than they like to watch the game.

In Baton Rouge, Louisiana State University and Southern University and A&M College tailgates are an essential part of college football. According to Southern, over two-thirds of Jaguars fans tailgate for five or more hours before every game.

Food at tailgates is important. Here are some ideas if you are new to the Louisiana football parties.

Boudin

Is it a Louisiana tailgate without boudin? If you are tailgating in Baton Rouge, then you won’t have a problem finding any as a last-minute addition to the food containers. Boudin Shack on Nicholson is a 10-minute drive from LSU.

Chicken wings

Chicken wings can be prepared before the game and are easy to eat when cheering on your favorite team without being messy. Rouses has a Tailgate Chicken Wings recipe that makes enough for eight to 10 people.

Deviled eggs

Deviled eggs aren’t just for Thanksgiving; it is also an appetizer for tailgate parties. Make batches of deviled eggs with your family and watch them disappear as soon as the game starts.

Gumbo

One of the most iconic Louisiana dishes, gumbo is a great tailgate dish when it’s cold. Usually made in a large pot, gumbo can be made for a lot of people and fill an empty stomach.

Hamburgers and hot dogs

A tailgate party is the grill master’s time to shine. Hamburgers and hot dogs are easy to make and can be eaten throughout the game. LSU and Southern have guidelines for cooking sites on campus.

Jambalaya

Jambalaya’s scent alone can summarize Louisiana tailgating. The popular dish can feed a lot of people and it’s easy to make. Many places serve jambalaya around Baton Rouge including Rice & Roux on O’Neal Lane.

Raising Cane’s chicken fingers

Raising Cane’s has six different tailgate orders depending on the size of your party. The 300 Finger Tailgate includes 99 Cane’s sauces. Order here.

Red beans and rice

Red beans and rice are another dish that can be prepared before the game and still taste fresh when served at a tailgate. Like gumbo, it can be made in a large pot and feeds a lot of people.

Popeyes

Another Louisiana staple is Popeyes. Just like Cane’s, the fast-food chain has its tailgate bundle that includes 24 wings and three sides. Order here.

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