Concessions offer salty, fluffy pretzels; with the perfect cup of cheese,a nice crisp, refreshing soda and the best candy, it is almost impossible not to stop by.

As you walk into your favorite sporting event, it is impossible to ignore the smell of freshly popped, buttery popcorn. As you follow the scent, it takes you right to the arena’s very own concession stand. Upon arrival, it is difficult to have your mind made up about what you want, making it a mortifying experience; however, it is okay because narrowing it down to the best snacks is possible.

For a base, it is always important to get something that will hold you over the entire game, whether it is a hot dog, a pretzel or nachos. In this case, and every case, the hot dog is the best option. This is because it is such a versatile item, being able to add ketchup, mustard, relish and more. The hot dog is also effortless to eat. Leading into the palate cleanser, it is essential to have something bubbly and well-balanced. Nothing beats a nice cold Sprite, with the perfect balance of lime and lemon. It is very easy to consume the whole bottle in just two sips. Finally, it is extremely important to end every concession meal with a type of candy. Many argue that Skittles or Sour Patch Kids would be ideal, but with the sugary sweet Sprite, we need to balance it out with something not so sweet, but still delicious. The only logical conclusion is peanut M&M’s. This is because the chocolate balances the nutty flavor, making an absolutely irresistible combo. But don’t worry if you have a nut allergy; there is a no-brainer swap for a classic Twix. This is also because of its irresistible chocolate and caramel combination. These are the two best candies for any sporting event.

At the end of the day, it is impossible to disagree with this amazing, perfectly formulated concession pick-me-up. The balance is unmatched and it is nearly impossible to find a better combo. Next time you attend your next ball game, give this list a try.