Teach me about Texas

[HarvestMoon]

Texans usually won't asked, "Where are you from." We just don't want to embarrass them to admit that they are not from the Lone Star State.

[Papa Tom]

And you really need some Dr. Pepper for your get together. And you have to learn Texan for proper protocol.
Like this:
Wanna coke?
Yeah what kind ya got?
I got strawberry, root beer, Coke and Dr. Pepper.
Ah great gimmy a Dr Pepper.

Ya see in Texas sodas are referred to as "cokes" no matter what the flavor.

[Sterno]

And you really need some Dr. Pepper for your get together. And you have to learn Texan for proper protocol.
Like this:
Wanna coke?
Yeah what kind ya got?
I got strawberry, root beer, Coke and Dr. Pepper.
Ah great gimmy a Dr Pepper.

Ya see in Texas sodas are referred to as "cokes" no matter what the flavor.

I could live with that! And I actually love Dr. Pepper

Sterno

[DATsBBQ]

See if you can get ahold of a case of Coors beer. The Texans who visit these parts can't seem to get enough of the stuff

[Papa Tom]

That's why that Coors guy got throwed outta Germany was for making that stuff.

[Sterno]

That's why that Coors guy got throwed outta Germany was for making that stuff.

LOL

This side of the pond we have a lot to learn about proper BBQ, but I must agree with Papa Tom ... I'd rather stick with our beers not matter what

Man, some of these German or Belgian beers ...holy crap! They are awesome!!!

Sterno

[ikiru]

First of all, Happy Birthday!

I know that you are going to be drinking primarily beer, but iced tea is also very popular down here for those that don't drink alcohol.

I didn't see it on the list, but biscuits or cornbread (Texas style, of course...baked with bits of jalapeno peppers and topped with cheese) would be appropriate. Possibly Texas Toast too!

Are watermelons in season over there? Nothing says Texas more than a good watermelon and a shaker of salt!

I find it fitting for a German to have a 'Texas themed' party. Texas does owe a lot of culinary history to 19th century German Settlers, from Texas BBQ to Chicken Fried Steak (Texas style Wiener schnitzel served with white peppery gravy). We here in Texas would refer to the German influenced cuisine as 'the next evolutionary step'.

-ikiru

*enjoy the sauce*

[TX Sandman]

I find it fitting for a German to have a 'Texas themed' party. Texas does owe a lot of culinary history to 19th century German Settlers, from Texas BBQ to Chicken Fried Steak (Texas style Wiener schnitzel served with white peppery gravy).

Can't forget the Spoetzel brewery, Shiner, TX.

[HarvestMoon]

See if you can get ahold of a case of Coors beer. The Texans who visit these parts can't seem to get enough of the stuff

Why drink Coors when you have this:

[Sterno]

Thanks everyone for great tips. I think I'll start to get a good picture what to do. Six days to go!!

I'm thinking of serving:

- smoked BBQ ribs
- grilled "roadside" chicken (drumsticks and hot wings)
- grilled sausages
- hot & spicy BBQ beans
- potato salad
- coleslaw, salad, etc
- bread, maybe corn bread if I have time to try it out first

Drinks will be beer, iced tea and some booze of course.

For dessert watermelon and fresh pineapple and some cakes my missus will bake.

We got the red and white checkered tablecloths yesterday, we got some candles, petrol lanterns, garden torches and lots of wood for making a nice fire in the garden. For the music, I'll be playing both Country AND Western!

How does this sound?

Cheers,
Sterno

[Stan41]

Sounds like you are well on your way! Don't forget to share some pictures of the party with us Texans.
Stan

[Sterlingsmoker]

Puck, ya had me standin and cheerin!! Great words for a great state!I will always be a friend of Texas! Keep her free boys!!

[nascarchuck]

Sounds like a good time Sterno!!!

All I gotta say is pictures... PLENTY of pictures!

[Sterno]

Sure, I'll be taking a lot of pics!!!

Cheers,
Sterno

[Sterno]

Just sent out the flyer to the guests...



Cheers,
Sterno