What’s Cookin' on Gameday 2026

[Willmark]

(Since I was traveling these last few weeks)
In the vein of what's cooking with Scotman and Attyla.

As in years past, the 2026 What’s Cookin for Gameday thread. Post each week what you’re having on Gameday, drinks, appetizers etc,

Last year’s turned up some good stuff, so keep these in mind:

* Each week post what you are having for food, aka main dish.
* Appetizers?
* Desert?
* Each week what are you drinking?
* Include what you're having if you're tailgating.
* If you are ordering, what are you ordering?
* Brunch, you name it.

[Attyla]

Is there some purported benefit to a shot of olive oil at bedtime?

it is more effective with food, but olive oil in general is considered one of the more healthy oils to use.

[FLORIDARAYDAH]

it is more effective with food, but olive oil in general is considered one of the more healthy oils to use.

I get the fact its a more healthy oil but what's the point of doing a shot?

[Rabidraider]

Is there some purported benefit to a shot of olive oil at bedtime?

There are lots of scientific studies that show huge benefits of using high quality extra virgin olive oil.

[raider_kin]

Is there some purported benefit to a shot of olive oil at bedtime?

I have the same question

[Attyla]

I get the fact its a more healthy oil but what's the point of doing a shot?

not really the best way of consuming it. But it can deal with constipation that way. Really better with foods, it helps with inflammation and absorbing vitamins. And of the popular oils it is great for helping Choresterol levels,

The shots are growing in popularity but there are some negatives to it. It can really mess with your system if you have a delicate stomach or get indigestion easily. I am an olive oil guy, it is pretty much the only one I have in my pantry. But I am not consuming a fat just to eat a fat. A shot is over 100 calories which I find unnecessary. But he likes the taste so I guess everyone does them. As i age, I am not struggling with joint issues so the benefits to me are more maxing out the vitamin benefits in the foods I am using the oil on. Salads are a great example.

[raider_kin]

So if I take a shot of ranch dressing before bed is that close?

[Rabidraider]

not really the best way of consuming it. But it can deal with constipation that way. Really better with foods, it helps with inflammation and absorbing vitamins. And of the popular oils it is great for helping Choresterol levels,

The shots are growing in popularity but there are some negatives to it. It can really mess with your system if you have a delicate stomach or get indigestion easily. I am an olive oil guy, it is pretty much the only one I have in my pantry. But I am not consuming a fat just to eat a fat. A shot is over 100 calories which I find unnecessary. But he likes the taste so I guess everyone does them. As i age, I am not struggling with joint issues so the benefits to me are more maxing out the vitamin benefits in the foods I am using the oil on. Salads are a great example.

Ironically, people who fast for weight control and health sometime consume olive oil during the fast to address hunger while it does not break the fast.

[Rabidraider]

So if I take a shot of ranch dressing before bed is that close?

Only if you have life insurance.

[Attyla]

So if I take a shot of ranch dressing before bed is that close?

The caviar of the south. I admit, while not great for you, the Chipolte version is quite good.

[Reno Hightower]

So you food geeks. I've really into quality extra virgin olive oil. I even take a shot before bed every night.

I use it on pretty much everything thats reasonable, Just love the stuff. Lots of fake crap out there and been using California ranch, Cobram estates and Pantanna to name a few.

So anyone know of any other high end ones?

I recommend the Genco Pura brand.

[Rabidraider]

I recommend the Genco Pura brand.

It died with the Godfather.

[Cruisin with Tooz]

Cant you just soak it up with some ciabatta and spices?

[Willmark]

Today's provender:Turkey Slow Cooker Stew
Who's Cooking: Mr Willmark
Drinks: Diet Pepsi for me, wine for Ms and Mrs Willmark; Apple cider, best stuff in the world, non-pasteurized from Kelly's Apple Farm near me.
Appetizers: Buffalo chicken dip; spinach and artichoke dip with chips

Already cooking, two cookers going and will be ready by kick off.

EDIT: Mrs Willmark is making mushroom toast as an appetizer too.

[FLORIDARAYDAH]

Gumbo. Wings and country style ribs.

[raider_kin]

Still warm here in So Cal so going BBQ chicken and caprese salad