Eeeeek! This weekend is one of my favorite weekends out of the whole year. Kentucky Derby Weekend! My fondest childhood memories were at my barn, riding and showing horses. Once a horse lover, always a horse lover... The Kentucky Derby is the Super Bowl of Horse Racing. My Husband is so sweet he has said he always wanted to take me. Sadly, we've never gone. Maybe next year... To me it's Classy meets Country! My heart swells thinking about it. But if I can't be there in person, the best next thing is watching it at home with a Mint Julep in hand. I've got my bar cart ready for this weekend. I thought it was super cute adding the Junior Mints … [Read more...]
Derby Treats
Tomorrow is the Day! The Kentucky Derby... Here are a few treats you can make while enjoying the race. I found these adorable Derby cookie on Bakeat350.blogspot.com aren't these cute? You could make any shape cut out cookie, I think a two circles one smaller than the other, stacked would make a cute Derby Hat. With your cookie you also would need some "Sweet" Tea. You may even need to kick it up a notch and have a Mint Julep! So Southern... Rounding off your fun treats are these yummy cucumber sandwiches. Whichever Derby treats you choose, sit back relax and enjoy! Happy Friday Y'all. … [Read more...]
Kentucky Derby Tablescape
Saturday is The Kentucky Derby! Yeah!! I'm a southern girl at heart... I love the smell of horses and the site of a good party. Whether you are in Kentucky or at home, celebrate this fun event. I'm loving this sweet table... the flowers and vintage pastel glassware are screaming Spring. It's Wednesday, you still have time to plan your Derby table! Good luck and have FUN! … [Read more...]