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BY NORA HESTON TARTE

For 2023, Smitty’s Wings and Things is launching a new program all about their delectable and varied sauce selections. Using owner Jaime Smith’s expertise in the kitchen, every month will unveil a limited-edition wing flavor. In January, it’ll be Spicy Ranch.

“I will offer a flavor of the month for a year, or more,” Jaime says. “The flavors are inspired by the season, so far, and sometimes inspired by month.” The promotion started last year and included a pumpkin-spiced barbecue for September and October and a cranberry chipotle in November. “I have an idea for a few others in the future,” she says, mentioning a wing topped with roasted corn dubbed the “elote” for celebration of Cinco de Mayo in May and a spicy peanut butter flavor for another month. “The real purpose behind this concept is to keep our customers wondering and excited for the flavors to come,” Jaime says.

The flavors have always been a big draw for customers, as Jaime came up with some tantalizing sauces when she and husband Steve Smith first opened Smitty’s nine years ago, “but this adds an element of excitement and spontaneity,” she says.

While most flavors will be limited to a onemonth run, popular items may land on the permanent menu, expanding the already robust flavor offering at Smitty’s.

FOOTBALL READY

If there’s a day of the year that Smitty’s gets busy, it’s Super Bowl Sunday. So, on February 12, the family already knows orders will be rolling in. How can you guarantee a pile of always-fresh, thick and juicy Smitty’s wings will make it to your Super Bowl party? “We have a good system in place where we take preorders for timeslots on that day from 10 AM-3 PM,” Jaime says. “We are not open to the public, but we do take walk-ins if we can squeeze them in.”

The menu is sometimes limited on the big day, too, with an emphasis on wing orders of 25 or more and pizzas. You can visit Smitty’s or call ahead to make a reservation for the day.