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15 Fabulous Kentucky Derby Party Ideas

May 1, 2015 By Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns 6 Comments

Good morning! How is your week coming along? Mine has been great, although it has been a little cold it is amazing what a few days of sun can do to your mood and disposition.

Image from Better Homes and Garden Magazine

That said I am looking forward to the weekend, not only for a little rest and relaxation but because I can’t wait for the Kentucky Derby. I love the pomp and circumstance of the day, the beautiful horses, hats and of course the food. 

Julep Bar Southern Living

I love a good party and I love party food even more, appetizers are my favorite things to serve and eat. I  like the idea that you can try lots of little things; so I thought I would round up a few ideas for the weekend in case you are hosting or attending a Derby Party.

Drinks

Image Better Homes and Gardens
Sweet Tea Spicy Southern Kitchen

Appetizers

Spicy Pecans from Honey and Jam
Sean Brock Pimento Cheese
Benedictine Dip
Kentucky Hot Brown Southern Living
Bourbon Meatballs I Breath I’m Hungry
Ham Sandwiches Savory Sweet
Grits from The Vintage Mixer

Desserts

Spicy Southern Kitchen
Bourbon Brownies Broma Bakery
Bourbon Blondies from Relish
Derby Chocolate Chip Cookies
Salty Bourbon Squares

Will you be attending the Derby? Attending a party or just watching along at home? Whatever the case I hope you enjoy the race. I will be make the pimento cheese dip and a few of these desserts and instead of a julep I think I will stick with a mint mojito.

Have a great week!



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  1. Preppy Empty Nester says

    April 29, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    All the food looks great, but the desserts look positively SINFUL!!! Can't wait to see all the hats at the derby. Enjoy your week, Elizabeth!

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  2. William Kendall says

    April 29, 2015 at 4:55 pm

    Those appetizers look good. I always miss the Kentucky Derby.

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  3. Woodside Park says

    April 29, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    No I won't be attending 🙁 But you've given me lots of yummy menu ideas for my spring garden party. Happy spring to you, Elizabeth. Cheers!!!

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  4. Bonnie says

    April 29, 2015 at 11:34 pm

    Love love The Derby. My favorite is the singing of "My Old Kentucky Home"….oh, and the mint juleps. Love all the recipes.

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  5. La Petite Gallery says

    April 30, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    There is not one thing I wouldn't like. The horse, Chinese wall paper, mint Juleps
    That Benedictine dips looks delish, The ham sandwiches, and I am not a ham lover,
    and who doesn't love cheese grits. Yvonne

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  6. Sandy at You May Be Wandering says

    May 1, 2015 at 1:10 pm

    Derby Day is one of my favorites of the year!! Fantastic recipes that all remind me of my Southern roots…yum!! Enjoy your weekend, Elizabeth!! xoxo

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