The Kentucky Derby may only last two minutes long, but its festivities last far beyond this limited window of time. Fashionable hats and thrilling races aside, culinary traditions play an essential part in Derby Day festivities.
Create an unforgettable party experience by adding Derby-inspired activities, such as hat decorating contests and trivia games, into your festivities. Pair these with delicious foods like gougeres and Kentucky Burgoo for an unforgettable event!
Mint Juleps
On Derby day at Churchill Downs, around 120,000 mint juleps are served to spectators, becoming synonymous with and popularized by this race. Their consumption continues to skyrocket.
Serve these delectable juleps alongside hearty appetizers such as grilled pimento cheese sandwiches, Kentucky Burgoo (stew), and Goetta (Kentucky sausage meatballs). Additionally, your guests can participate in fun Derby-related activities like hat decorating contests!
Caprese Salad
The 139th Kentucky Derby (Run for the Roses) takes place May 4, if you’re hosting an event, make sure your mint julep cups and china are sparkling clean and dust off any linens and crystal. Executive Chef Timothy Grayson from Whitworth University and Churchill Downs shares recipes suitable for Derby Day food and drink!
Bourbon Cake
Derby Day is all about betting on an upset, and this year was no different. Racing fans are still reeling from Warning’s astonishing win against Mine That Bird as the 2016 Derby champion.
Dine out in style this Derby Day by sharing these classic Southern dishes to commemorate and enjoy this momentous race and season. Regardless of whether your horse comes out ahead or falls behind, these delectable recipes will leave you feeling victorious!
Gougeres
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Turkey Sandwiches
The Kentucky Derby is known for its high-society charity events, extravagant wide-brimmed hats and delicious sandwiches such as the famous one created at Louisville’s Brown Hotel: Croque Monsieur with Smothered Turkey!
Serve this tantalizing treat on sliders as an appetizer or buffet dish to delight a crowd! Use pull-apart party rolls to make assembly simpler. The end result will be an irresistibly melty combination of toast bread, turkey meat and Gruyere cheese topped with tomato and bacon strips!
Burgoo
Kentucky Derby Weekend offers more than horses, roses and “My Old Kentucky Home.” It is also an occasion to indulge in hearty food like burgoo.
This low and slow stew, similar to Brunswick Stew or Mulligan Stew, was traditionally cooked in large kettles at community gatherings, fundraisers and political rallies.
A delicious burgoo contains meats, vegetables and potatoes.
Sparkling Wine Punch
If you’re hosting a Derby Day party, serve this flavorful herbaceous punch! It’s simple to prepare and is sure to please the crowd.
The Kentucky Derby only lasts for two minutes, but its festivities can last all afternoon long. Enhance its atmosphere with fun activities like hat decorating contests and trivia games; additionally make sure there is plenty of Derby-related food and beverages on hand!
Mint Julep Slushie
No matter if you are at Churchill Downs or watching from home, Derby Day culinary traditions make this race unforgettable. From Hot Browns and Bourbon Balls to other mouthwatering treats – these dishes and beverages help celebrate Kentucky’s heritage!
Dust off those silver trays, punch bowls, and julep cups! Now it’s time for Derby-themed parties! Get your big hat ready, as Derby parties await us!
Strawberry Basil Caprese Slushie
An appropriate selection of drinks adds a delicate yet luxurious ambience to the Derby, rather than detracting from it. Make sure to serve an array of appetizers that offer guests an incredible sensory journey before arriving at their final destination – Kern’s Derby Pie(r).
At Spring gatherings across the South, this delightful dessert made with bourbon is always the center of attention. Perfectly presented when served alongside fresh mint sprigs!
