JCPenney, Jets + Chefs Tailgate for NYCWFF (plus a giveaway!)

I moved to NYC eight years ago, yet despite its ubiquity, I can’t seem to commit to becoming a fan of NYC sports. My inner Midwesterner will not allow it. But what I CAN root for is a tailgate party of any kind, even better if it’s hosted by the one and only Mario Batali, alongside Hall of Famer Joe Namath.

Any party hosted by Batali is serious business. And graciously sponsored by JCPenney (with all profits going to feed the hungry in NYC), this was a food festival to end all food festivals. First off, Tito’s and Blue Moon were offered in endless supply. Then there were the booths upon booths of high-end food being offered in small-plate format. Gluten-free diet be damned.

JCPenney’s role was crucial, because the place felt comfortable and cool, thanks to the comfy seating and the decor. Even the stage where Mario and Joe were set to present was decked in JCPenney’s new collection, whose focus is on bright colors and modern design. I left the full, a little tipsy, and very content.

Even better, there’s a giveaway :). In the spirit of a tailgate party, JCPenney is giving away one reader a Charcoal Companion 3-piece Grill Set ($30 value).

Screen Shot 2014-10-20 at 10.45.09 AM — Giveaway! Charcoal Companion 3-pc Grill Set

Just leave a comment below to enter, or follow and tweet at @BeautyNDFeast and @jcpenney to enter! For those of you more interested in shopping JCPenney’s collection, they’ve offered a 15% discount code for Beauty and the Feast readers. Text JCPNYC to 527365 to receive a 15% off coupon on select apparel, shoes, accessories, fine jewelry & home.