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Kentucky Derby

Meanwhile in America, the Kentucky Derby is this weekend

downtonabbeycooks · May 5, 2023 ·

While the UK is preparing for the Coronation of Charles III on May 6th, horse racing fans are looking forward to the Kentucky Derby with its own traditions. It was the English Epsom Derby which inspired its creation. The Kentucky Derby is North America's oldest continuously … [Read more...] about Meanwhile in America, the Kentucky Derby is this weekend

Filed Under: Blog, Gilded Age Tagged With: Kentucky Derby, Mint Julep

The Famous Kentucky Benedictine Spread

downtonabbeycooks · April 19, 2023 ·

The Benedictine spread is a creamy and savoury spread typically made from cream cheese, cucumber, and various seasonings. It is often used as a sandwich filling, a dip for vegetables or crackers, or a toast or bagel topping. It was invented around the turn of the 20th century … [Read more...] about The Famous Kentucky Benedictine Spread

Filed Under: Appetizer, Kentucky Derby Tagged With: Benedictine Spread, Kentucky Derby

The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich

downtonabbeycooks · April 18, 2023 ·

People from all over the country come every year to the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky to try the legendary hot brown, a sandwich that’s on par with the Derby and bourbon as one of Kentucky’s cultural calling cards. Invented at the hotel nearly 100 years ago, the decadent … [Read more...] about The Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich

Filed Under: Dinner, Fun Food History, Gilded Age, Kentucky Derby, Main Course Tagged With: Hot Brown, Kentucky Derby

The Refreshing Mint Julep

downtonabbeycooks · April 17, 2023 ·

The Mint Julep is a bourbon cocktail best known for being the signature drink of the Kentucky Derby.  It is made with bourbon, fresh mint, and a simple syrup.  It is commonly associated with the southern United States, particularly with Kentucky, known for its bourbon production. … [Read more...] about The Refreshing Mint Julep

Filed Under: Drinks, Kentucky Derby Tagged With: Kentucky Derby, Mint Julep

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