With the American Football Finals just around the corner, it's time to plan your menu. Yes, because there's no way you’re cooking during the game and missing the kick that will change everything. With than in mind, we’ve got make-ahead recipes and pairings for the occasion: classic finger foods and some vegetarian and healthier options, for those who are in resolution mode. Enjoy the match and may the best team win! 

What to drink with chicken wings
Several possibilities here. The classic wings and beer, but also a local pairing with a cider. And finally a tone-on-tone pairing with an orange wine, a wing-and-wine if you will.

BBQ chicken wings + russet beer

To refresh the palate of a slightly spicy chicken wing, nothing beats a good beer. Like this russet from Germany with a more intense profile, but balanced by typical accents of sweet spices, currants and banana. A sweet and spicy side that will give a nice response to your barbecue wings.

See the recipe: BBQ chicken wings

Asian-style chicken wings + cider

If Asian dishes usually find their happiness alongside a sweet wine with a touch of residual sugar, these soy-honey-ginger wings will benefit from the same winning match with this cider dosed with maple syrup. Signed Au Pied de Cochon, it seduces with its fine and very pleasant effervescence. 

See the recipe : Chicken wings with soya, honey and ginger

Vegetarian buffalo "wings" + orange wine 

This sweet and spicy classic with its delicious creamy ranch sauce will tempt even the most carnivorous match partner. Especially if served with this pretty orange (and organic!) wine from Spain.  A thirst-quenching wine which announces itself with a delectable attack of green apple, perfect to temper the heat.  

See the recipe: Decadent buffalo cauliflower wings

When we say football, you say ribs
We all know ribs are finger-licking good and the perfect dish to watch the game. Plus, they’re the best excuse for a winter barbecue.

Barbecue ribs + low-alcohol red wine

We propose a more unusual pairing with a dealcoholized Pinot Noir by Leitz, a producer who follows a rigorous process to preserve the original flavors and aromas. This red is full of fruit and balanced with a beautiful acidity. Serve it chilled to tame the heat. 

See the recipe: Barbecued pork ribs.

Ribs + aromatic and robust Bordeaux

For this delicious recipe with complex and intense aromas, we suggest this classic red. Thanks to its presence and overall balance, it’s part of our must-try selection. A gourmet pairing here!

See the recipe: Texas barbecue beef ribs with spiced rum sauce

Ribs and Californian salad + fruity red 

This lovely organic red from South Africa offers an explosion of fruit on the palate as well as a silky texture. A red with enough body and staying power, yet easy-drinking enough to accompany this very meaty dish with a certain freshness coming from its accompaniment. 

See the recipe: Spareribs, homemade barbecue sauce and californian salad

Football an chili: A chief choice
For some reason, watching sports on TV makes us want to eat things that aren't particularly healthy. But we can break this tradition with these two chili recipes; so fragrant and hearty that there’s no sacrifice in terms of flavour.

Turkey and sweet potato chili + aromatic white wine  

We like this leaner white meat version, filled with vegetables and spices that makes it really comforting. With the sweetness of sweet potato, the fat and body of sharp cheddar and its high protein profile, this recipe requires a generous and aromatic white like those from the south of the Rhône Valley. 

See the recipe: Turkey and sweet potato chili au gratin

Express vegetarian chili + margarita

If you're looking for a meat-free option, you won't be disappointed here. It’s packed with flavour thanks to chili, cumin and coriander. All spices that go wonderfully with a margarita, which you can make following this cocktail recipe, or buy this ready-to-drink cooler customers love. 
  

See the recipe: Express meatless chili

With so many great pairings to watch the football match with family or friends, all that is left is to wish you bon appetit!