Kentucky Derby Party.
Not only do I need to plan the party we also have to move the guest room into the office still... the painting of the guest room may be on hold for another weekend or so but we will just have to wait and see. For the past two years we have thrown a Kentucky Derby Party. This party is now a tradition to throw and is extremely fun since we auction off the horses, bet on horses, get to dress up and wear big hats, and have a great time. Plus, Donnie is from Kentucky so it only makes sense to host this party every year.
Decorations Ideas: I love the limes in the clear vases. I have plenty of vases left over from our wedding of all sizes which will come in hand. The last picture shows printouts that make the food more festive. I used them last year and loved how the brightened the food. Best Blog for ideas: www.hwtm.com
The bar will be fully stocked with mint juleps (everyone needs to have at least one) and bourbon-- plus the normal. I have been growing fresh mint just so we can have it for the Derby. We will also have non-alcoholic beer for me and my other pregnant friends.
Food Ideas:
Tradition to have Bourbon Balls (although this year I won't be able to eat any).. and I like to make mine extra strong.. but they are soooo tasty even if you aren't a big bourbon fan
Must have Benedictine Spread (Last year I did tea sandwiches but I like the spread idea better) The dip is a mixture of cucumber, onion, and cream cheese with some spices. I want to serve with pita chips and cucumber rounds.
This year I am also going to be cooking two pork loins in the crock pot with Mr. Stubb's pork seasoning. I tried it this past weekend and the meat was delicious. Extra tender and it pulled apart so easily. Below is the picture that made me want to cook the pork in the crockpot.
Avocado and Tomato Bruchetta with fresh basil: These look so tasty- plus are vegan/vegetarian friendly. Makes my mouth water looking at them.
Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders: I made these last year and they went fast. So simple to make too!
Antipasta Kabobs-- food on a stick is so much better. I think I will do these instead of my tomato, basil, and mozzarella skewers that I did last year.
If I have time, I want to try these: Pecan Pie Cupcakes-- yum!
In addition to all the yummy dishes above I will have some fillers like pasta salad, chips with ranch dip and quiche. Plus everyone loves cheese and crackers and what a cute way to display cheese as a hat:
So those are my ideas on paper. Now you will just have to wait and see what I come up with at our Kentucky Derby Party.
I have already started making some decorations and have our plates, cups, etc.. Planning this party is a nice distraction from the nursery since I am so tempted to go shopping for Baby Woos. I will refrain myself and wait until after our showers to buy any additional baby items.
I forgot to mention all pictures above are from various places on pintrest under My boards page.
ReplyDeleteYummy Yummy Yum!! Wish we could be there. Looks great, and from what I saw and tasted last year I know another successful Derby Party is on its way!!
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