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Happy Hour: Lemon Mint Julep
Sometime last week, I came to the realization that I've never had a mint julep. I decided immediately to mix up a round of cocktails. To be authentic, I wanted to serve the icy drink in silver mint julep glasses.
Yummy Links: From Epi's iPhone App to Swine Flu Cocktails
- Epicurious' just-launched free iPhone application makes me want to trade in my BlackBerry. — Epicurious
- Roasted beef tenderloin and cheesy baked rice is the perfect Kentucky Derby meal. — Chow
- Lavish restaurant openings have been replaced with low-key charity events.
Hot Brown Two Ways — Beginner and Expert
I've always wanted to be at Churchill Downs during the Kentucky Derby, and this year is no exception — especially since the Top Chef crew will be there, cooking up a storm. But if you're like me and will only be able to watch the races from the comfort of your home this weekend, get into the spirit by making a Louisville, KY, classic: the hot brown. In case you're not familiar with it, the hot brown is a creamy, rich, hot sandwich that's made of sliced turkey, bacon, toast points, and a cheesy Mornay sauce.
Savory Sight: Beautiful Kentucky Derby Cake
Somehow, a themed cake makes the party. People will lick their lips at any delicious dessert, but the wonderfully thematic cake will be talked about afterwards.
This past weekend TeamSugar member eclaireassuch held a Kentucky Derby Party and created a fantastic cake to go along with it.
Come Party With Me: Kentucky Derby — The Look
Let the official Kentucky Derby Churchill Downs poster inspire the look for your Kentucky Derby party. First cover the dining table in a simple white cloth. Next add splashes of color with the accessories.
Come Party With Me: Kentucky Derby — Drinks
The mint julep — a refreshing mint whiskey cocktail — is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Naturally, one should offer guests the potent concoction at a watching party. This classic recipe features a mint-infused simple syrup so don't wait until the last minute to make it.
Yummy Link: Mint Julep Cupcakes
If you weren't keen on serving a buttermilk pie at your Kentucky Derby party — although I'm not sure why you wouldn't be! — then try these Mint Julep Cupcakes instead. Just don't suck up the frosting with the straw!
Come Party With Me: Kentucky Derby — Dessert
Keeping up with the Southern style dinner menu, serve guests a classic down home dessert at your Kentucky Derby party. A buttermilk pie has a creamy, buttery filling with a slight tang from fresh lemon juice. It's a humble, but incredibly delicious dessert.
Come Party With Me: Kentucky Derby — Menu
This Saturday America's oldest sporting event — the Kentucky Derby — is taking place. To celebrate, round up some friends for a horse-race watching party. At the afternoon affair serve a lunch menu with dishes that are inspired by the South.
Happy Hour: Brandy Julep
The weather warmed up this weekend, and a wonderfully refreshing drink was definitely a must. Looking for inspiration, I flipped through the latest issue of Imbibe magazine and came across a Brandy Julep. With a Kentucky Derby Party just around the corner, I knew I had found my drink.
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