Frosty Raptor fans fueled by poutine

Given it was frigid outside, the Raptors tailgate party was a success.

Held outside the Air Canada Centre for the majority of Wednesday afternoon, the party saw a couple hundred fans — many ticket holders — indulge in:

Free poutine (the Raptors special was a carnivorous concoction of sausage, bacon and pulled pork)

Chili (about 700 pounds were consumed in 2 ½ hours)

Hot chocolate

“There is a lot more excitement in the air,” said Josh Samuel, a PhD student in theology at McMaster University. “Openers have a playoffs atmosphere.”

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Chili-Lime Chicken Kabobs

There is nothing like throwing down some kabobs on the grill before a little football action.

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Cayenne pepper to taste
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast cut into
• 1 1/2 inch pieces
• Skewers

DIRECTIONS

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and limejuice. Season with chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Place the chicken in a shallow baking dish with the sauce, and stir to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
2. Preheat the grill for medium-high heat. Thread chicken onto skewers, and discard marinade.
3. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill skewers for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken juices run clear

Mouth-Watering Tailgate Chili

This recipe was sent in to us by an anonymous reader so thank you to that person for sending it in. They did let us know that it servers up to 8 people, and they recommend making it before the game, and then heat it up on the grill.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)

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