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Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Derby Party!

Since my mom and her sisters grew up in Kentucky my family has always been big fans of the Kentucky Derby. We watch ever year and usually have Mint Juleps and the staple, Derby Pie. One of my bridal showers was even Derby themed! This year I decided very last minute that I wanted needed to throw my own Derby party to spread the love of all things Southern. I spent all day Saturday talking with my mom and Aunt Lynda about recipes and then cooking authentic Southern foods. YUM! Here's what was on the menu...
None of my friends had ever had Derby pie and let me just tell you if you haven't had it you are missing out!!! I made my grandma's "secret recipe." Derby pie is basically pecan pie plus chocolate and bourbon so yes it is fantastic.
We sipped on Mint Juleps, ate Southern food and cheered for our favorite horses.
After the big race we played one of Drew and I's favorite games that comes from the UK (United Kingdom not to be confused with the University of Kentucky, haha) It is called Kubb.
It turned out to be a fabulous evening and I want to make this a new tradition. Next year hats will be required by all...
Do you celebrate the Derby?
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14 comments:

  1. AnonymousMay 9, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    how fun!

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  2. MeganMay 9, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    This looks so fun and you girls look adorable! I didn't celebrate the derby but with I had done a cute party like this - Mint Juleps and cheering on horses? Sign me up :)

    LOVE the header for your blog - I'm a huge bird fan and it's adorable.

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  3. BrookeMay 9, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    This looks like so much fun! I need to plan a themed girly party. I think I need to try a mint julep as well :)

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  4. RachMay 9, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Fun!! I didn't celebrate, but one of my girlfriends and I were talking about having a Derby hat party next year. :)

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  5. tiff@thecoffeehouseMay 9, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    we have never done anything big for derby day ... but i so want to. mainly so that i have an excuse to wear a fun {and maybe ridiculous} hat.

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  6. Janell HappMay 10, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Allison.. I'm seriously SO jealous of your ridiculously awesome looking Derby party!! I think it is so cool that your family is from Kentucky and you sort of payed homage to them and their home state with all things derby. I've never had derby pie but I've heard its fabulous so maybe I should whip up one or two. Hope you have a great day,
    Janell

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  7. meme-and-heMay 10, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    how fun! I don't celebrate the derby, but my roommate in college is from Kentucky and one year we went back with her to celebrate. You look so cute in that top and hat!

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  8. BettyMay 10, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    This looks like so much fun! I've never been to a derby party...but maybe I will have to throw one next year!

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  9. TatianaMay 10, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    What a great opportunity to throw a party! Yum! It all looks delicious. And why is it that any dessert with booze in it tastes so much better? I bet that pie is delicious!

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  10. NatalieMay 10, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Looks like you all had a fun, festive time! =)

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  11. AmandaMay 10, 2012 at 1:11 PM

    How fun! I really want a piece of that pie...it looks and sounds AMAZING!

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  12. courtneyMay 10, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    SO CUTE!! i wish brian and i couldve made it!!!

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  13. MeganMay 12, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    Y'all are so cute!! I wish that I was good at throwing parties like this! I would say definitely hats next year! I want to buy one just because they are so awesome!

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  14. SeleneMay 15, 2012 at 8:58 AM

    LOVELY POST!

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