Why go out when you can stay at home and have your own Kentucky Derby party and bet online with the leader in online horse racing at sportsbooks such as MyBookie and TwinSpires racebook for the 143rd running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6th, 2017 instead of having to leave your house.
The 2017 Kentucky Derby 143 will be watched and celebrated around the world on May 6 but there is a lot of partying going on long before that momentous “two minutes in sports” will take place and you need to be prepared. Here we are looking at all the social activities and events leading up to and on the day of the Oaks. For it to be the great success that you desire, the planning and preparations must be executed with precision.
It does not matter if this is your first Kentucky Derby or not your party needs to have the right mix of friends, food and fun to make it a memorable occasion. So, here are some tips to keep you on track.
What’s on the Menu?
Beverage-The Kentucky Derby tradition demands that food and beverage are in ample supply at all times. Now that Woodford Reserve are suppliers of the “official bourbon of the Kentucky Derby”, be sure that your party is well stock in order to keep those mint juleps cocktails flowing. You don’t want to miss out on having the $1,000 drink available to your patrons on Derby day
Food-One great way to reduce the tress of last minute preparations is to plan well ahead. Choose foods that are available in Kentucky and can be prepared and kept frozen for a day or two before your event. Some prepared items may even be stored in the refrigerator
Serving-By far, the most popular style of serving at the Kentucky Derby is buffet and you can organize this to suit the taste of your guests. The seated buffet where guests serve themselves but sit at designated tables may be appropriate for some official parties or you could have the traditional buffet where your patrons serve themselves but dine where they are comfortable. The end result is the same regardless of the approach because with buffet style you can serve a large number of guests in a relatively small space.
Having Your Kentucky Derby Party
The Kentucky Derby is not just about the actual race. It provides an excellent reason to have a party so make sure yours is done right so you and your guests can have a blast!