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I often have “guy’s night” at my house. Usually we watch sports or a loud movie that our significant others don’t have any interest in seeing. I like to serve food, but we usually do takeout. I thought I would actually have some food ready for the guys when they come. I need help on options:

  • Wings (with Greek-style marinade)
  • Souvlaki
  • Greek fries
  • Will probably roast some vegetables on the grill while I have it running
What do you think? I usually do the wings in the air fryer.
 
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toniiv said:
I often have “guy’s night” at my house. Usually we watch sports or a loud movie that our significant others don’t have any interest in seeing. I like to serve food, but we usually do takeout. I thought I would actually have some food ready for the guys when they come. I need help on options:

  • Wings (with Greek-style marinade)
  • Souvlaki
  • Greek fries
  • Will probably roast some vegetables on the grill while I have it running
What do you think? I usually do the wings in the air fryer.
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On your next guy's night, I think this sounds good! I like the idea of servings wings. Also consider serving a dip - how about the spicy feta dip to go with everything? Also, fries are a classic. Consider making baked nachos with melted cheese, but using Greek ingredients instead.
 
Omg all of the ideas are so yummy. I would also add greek locanico (sausage) which you can find at a greek store or even some supermarkets. Also since you are on the grill you can throw on some pork shoulder steaks. They cooked amazingly and they are very tender. Cut them up in smaller pieces before grilling and when done drizzle them with lemon oil oregano sauce.
 
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