Hosting a Kentucky Derby-themed party at your home? Churchill Downs is serving up free food and cocktail recipes, plus full menu ideas to make your Derby Day celebration unforgettable.
Churchill Downs tells BourbonBlog.com that they’ve partnered with chef, New York Times best-selling cookbook author, and content creator Joshua Weissman to help fans create the ultimate at-home race day celebration for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. Drawing on his Southern roots and fun, approachable culinary style, Joshua curated an exciting race day menu of dishes that blend regional comfort food with bold flavors, perfect for celebrating ‘Kentucky Derby At-Home.’
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The Kentucky Derby 151 At-Home Menu Crafted by Joshua Weissman:
- Boulevardier Negroni
- Pretzel Sticks with Mustard Mayo Sauce
- Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit
- Cobb Salad
- Perfectly Baked Mac and Cheese
- Crudité
- Spicy Sweet Caramel Corn
- Salted Potato Chip Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Kentcky Derby Recipes and Flavor
For all the recipes and more from Joshua’s at-home Derby menu, visit https://www.kentuckyderby.com/derby-at-home/.
“The tradition of The Kentucky Derby is unlike anything else, extending far beyond the racetrack, and I’m thrilled to help bring the spirit of the Derby to those watching from home this year,” Joshua Weissman said. “Preparing a spread for an event as legendary as the Derby can feel intimidating, but my goal with this menu was to craft a collection of approachable dishes that are both easy to make and also put a fresh take on classic race day favorites.”
Leveraging his culinary expertise and social media savviness, including a keen sense of online food trends and a strong connection to his millennial and Gen Z followers, Joshua put together a spread of easy-to-enjoy snacks and bite-sized Derby-inspired dishes.
“Joshua’s love for food, creativity in the kitchen and passion for entertaining his online audience make him the ideal partner to curate this year’s ‘Kentucky Derby At-Home’ menu,” said Casey Ramage, vice president of marketing and partnerships at Churchill Downs Racetrack. “The menu Joshua put together embodies the energy of the Kentucky Derby with adventurous takes on traditional offerings that will make any at-home celebration just as thrilling as the race itself.”
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