Food Trends: Super Bowl Specials

City spots with game day bites to dine-in or take-out – for the win

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Watch-party wings on North Main Street

The concept behind Sport & Leisure “is rooted in bringing people together to celebrate sports, music, and design” in a setting that “blends high-energy nightlife with the warm camaraderie of a neighborhood bar,” according to the venue’s creative director, Jason Cortellesso. So it’s an easy choice for folks wanting to catch the game in style. A menu of elevated comfort food includes shareable plates and modern takes on pub fare.

Super Bowl Sunday sees drink specials and a few exclusive dishes. The Tailgate Wings Trio comes with buffalo, honey-sriracha, and smoky BBQ bourbon sauces; a Loaded Nacho Platter is packed with house queso, braised short ribs, and jalapeño-lime crema; and Game Day Pretzel Bites are served with three irresistible dips. “We’re transforming the space into the ultimate viewing experience with large screens, surround sound, and themed decor,” says Cortellesso. If you’re hosting your own watch party, catering options feature snack platters and wings to you. “Whether you join us in person or order for home, we’ve got you covered for an unforgettable Super Bowl experience.” 108 North Main Street, SportAndLeisurePVD.com

 

Game day nachos and tacos

There’s a new Mexican eatery in town – just in time to serve up loaded nachos perfect for game day snacking. Maiz, which earned its reputation for rich, authentic fare in Wakefield (with sister restaurant Calaveras on Block Island), recently opened their second location in Providence. “Our family-owned and -operated restaurant is deeply rooted in tradition. Owner Julio Mendoza grew up in Mexico and brings a legacy of home-cooked recipes from his mother and grandmother,” says general manager Rali Miller.    

At press time, the Maiz team was still ironing out regular hours, but Miller assures Super Bowl Sunday will be open for sit-down dining and take-out, featuring a special Game Day Taco Box. Rather than grabbing a bag of potato chips, nachos from Maiz can be ordered with fresh-made guacamole and slow-cooked Chicken Tinga or Birria Beef for a fully indulgent experience of house-made tortilla chips, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, red onions, and lime juice. For dine-in guests, a selection of spirits sourced from Mexico is ideal for celebrating (or commiserating). 20 S Angell Street, @maiz.ri

 

To-go empanadas and slow-roasted meat

A pop-up concept that hit the local brewery scene in 2019, today Cultrō motors around via food truck, connecting the community through flavorful meals. “We specialize in crafting authentic and modern takes on Latin street food, including tacos, rice bowls, chicharron, empanadas, and arepas. We also offer hand-crafted burgers and fried chicken sandos,” says owner Daniel Nunez. His goal is to expand into a second truck and eventually grow into a kitchen space, but in the meantime the plucky crew takes orders for delivery and pickup, and February 9 is no exception.

“Great menu items for snacking include our popular empanadas and chicharrón,” shares Nunez. The former are cooked to golden-fried perfection and filled with marinated chicken and melty cheese. Chicharrón is crispy fried pork belly seasoned with a flavorful spice blend and served with yellow rice and sweet plantains. For a football-viewing feast, the traditional Dominican and Puerto Rican slow-roasted pork shoulder may become a new tradition. 70 Westfield Street, CultroPVD.com

 

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