This is day 3 in my ramp up to Super Bowl 47 with helping you step up your game to host the best football party of the year.

Today I'm tackling hot wings.

Ever since the Buffalo wing got its fame, chefs and culinarians have been trying to make over the chicken part in many, many ways.

This recipe is for Maple-Chipotle Hot Wings from the Food & Wine website.

What I love about this combination is not just the sweet and spicy combination, but the smoky layer thrown in.

I loved smoked foods, and anytime you can add that profile to a food, it can be a crowd pleaser.

You could also leave open the option of having your guests take the wings either sweeter or spicier. Have extra maple or Adobo sauce (sauce that chipotle peppers usually come in) on the side.