Tag Archives: Kentucky Derby

What’s for Dinner? The Perfect Meal for the Kentucky Derby Weekend!

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

I have a menu of traditional foods served at the Kentucky Derby.  And you don’t have to be a horse fan to enjoy it.  I posted these recipes last May, so I’m adding the links to take you back to … Continue reading →

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7 x 7 Awards Go To…

Posted on December 3, 2011 by

On November the 20th, I received a very thoughtful nomination for the 7×7 Link Award by one very talented young man whose blog many of you may have had the pleasure of reading.  So I thank you Arindam Mohapatra most … Continue reading →

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Preakness Stakes Winner

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

Yesterday marked the 136th running of the Preakness Stakes in Baltimore, Maryland. It started with Shackleford refusing to enter the gate. He seemed to be using all of his energy trying to avoid the small entrance, fighting against several men … Continue reading →

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Preakness Runs Today

Posted on May 21, 2011 by

The second leg of the Triple Crown Competition in horse racing, is being held today in Baltimore, Maryland. The Preakness at Pimlico promises excitement as Animal Kingdom tries to claim another victory and win a chance at the final obstacle … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Derby Followup

Posted on May 8, 2011 by

Did you watch the 137th Run For The Roses at Churchill Downs yesterday? Did you have your mint juleps, burgoo, and chocolate derby pie? How about the lead up to the race? For us, the back stories are essential. The … Continue reading →

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Old-Fashioned Kentucky Burgoo

Posted on May 7, 2011 by

Burgoo isn’t complicated to make, but is has a lot of ingredients and requires a lot of simmering and cooling. My Kentucky cousins used to joke that it was made from whatever didn’t make it across the road the night … Continue reading →

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2011 Kentucky Derby Lineup

Posted on May 6, 2011 by

As promised, here is the 2011 lineup of three year olds taking the field on Saturday, May 7, at Churchill Downs. The drawing was held Wednesday, May 4. 1. Archarcharch 2. Brilliant Speed * 3. Twice The Appeal – a … Continue reading →

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Mint Julep and Its Origins

Posted on May 5, 2011 by

Bourbon – a fine corn whiskey – has its roots in bluegrass country. Oddly enough, it is credited to Reverend Elijah Craig, a baptist minister who honed the whiskey made from other grains into what we know today. Corn was … Continue reading →

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‘My Old Kentucky Home’

Posted on May 4, 2011 by

my lucky horseshoe from Churchill Downs On the first Saturday in May, at Churchill Downs during The Kentucky Derby, there’s a tradition that goes along with the hat parade and the horse racing. It’s the singing of ‘My Old Kentucky … Continue reading →

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How to Make Chocolate Bourbon Pie – Renee Style

Posted on May 3, 2011 by

Chocolate Bourbon Pie is a decadent, sweet, chocolate, bourbon flavored, nut filled slice of make-an-appointment-with-your-dentist tooth aching deliciousness! One bite will do ya! Order a slice and share it. Or make my version.  You’ll love it! Still sweet a-plenty, but not … Continue reading →

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