Churchill Downs Racetrack announced the official menus of the 147th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve, with a special twist to help fans nationwide celebrate from home. Woodford Reserve and wines from Jackson Family Wines are featured.
For the first time, foodies everywhere will have an exclusive opportunity to learn directly from Churchill Downs’ Executive Chef, David Danielson, through an engaging online cooking experience. By combining the highly anticipated at-home menu with all-new virtual cooking classes, Churchill Downs is making it easy to partake in authentic Derby traditions at home.
the menu allows people across the country to experience a taste of Louisville. From individually served “Jar-Cuterie” appetizers to kid-friendly takes on classic Kentucky fare, this year’s at-home recipes will transform kitchens and backyards nationwide into a day at the races.
The accompanying virtual cooking class series gives culinary connoisseurs unprecedented access to Chef Danielson and a virtual look inside his kitchen. Foodies can follow along as Chef Danielson dishes out the secrets behind two of this year’s at-home specialties, including Chicken Nuggets with Kentuckyaki™ Glaze for the whole family, as well as delicious Pulled Pork Sliders with a tangy Peach & Vidalia Onion Chutney.
As part of the series, Bourbon Ambassador and Industry Leader, Tim Knittel, will host a masterful mixology class for shaking up classic Derby cocktails like the Woodford Reserve Spire and Mint Julep. With the help of these step-by-step demonstrations, hosts and hostesses can wow their loved ones with Triple Crown-worthy dishes on Derby. The recipes and classes can be accessed at www.kentuckyderbyathome.com and followed on Instagram and Facebook
The Kentucky Derby 147 At-Home Menu
Black-Eyed Pea & Corn Salsa with Chips, Pork Rinds
Wine pairing: 2019 Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay
Cocktail pairing: Old Forester Stone Fence
Jar-Cuterie
Wine pairing: 2018 La Crema Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
Cocktail pairings: Woodford Reserve Spire or Finlandia Oaks Lily
Deviled Eggs & Country Ham
Wine pairing: 2019 La Crema Pinot Gris, Monterey County
Cocktail pairing: Old Forester Lady Trudy
Tomato & Watermelon Salad
Wine pairing: 2019 La Crema Rosé, Monterey County
Cocktail pairings: Old Forester Mint Julep or Finlandia Fin & Tonic
Shrimp Succotash Salad
Wine pairing: 2020 La Crema Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County
Cocktail pairings: Old Forester Mint Julep Lemonade or Finlandia Finnish Line
Grit Fritters with Pimento Cheese & Green Goddess Dipping Sauce
Wine pairing: 2019 Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
Cocktail pairing: Old Forester Horse’s Neck
Chicken Nuggets with Kentuckyaki™ Glaze
Wine pairing: G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Brut
Cocktail pairing: Old Forester Pineapple Cocktail
Pulled Pork Sliders with Peach & Vidalia Onion Chutney
Wine pairing: 2018 Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Cocktail pairing: Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned
Kentucky Burgoo
Wine pairing: 2018 La Crema Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley
Cocktail Pairing: Woodford Reserve Manhattan
Ice Cream Sundae with Woodford Reserve Bourbon Caramel
Wine pairing: Kendall-Jackson, Grand Reserve Piner Hills Estate Dessert Wine
Cocktail Pairing: Woodford Reserve Bourbon Raspberry Sour
The Official Kentucky Derby 147 Menu
Spring Green Salad
Oranges, walnuts & olives
Dandelion Green Salad
Black-eyed peas, pickled Vidalia onion, bourbon sorghum vinaigrette
Apple, Fennel & Radicchio Salad
Blue cheese, Riesling dressing
Balsamic Braised Heirloom Carrots
Seafood Mac & Cheese
Lobster sauce
Seared Chicken Breast
Mushrooms, Vidalia onions
Beef Short Ribs & Buttermilk Mashed Yukon Golden Potatoes
Red wine demi-glace
Chef’s Selection of Afternoon Snacks
Mini pimento cheese and Benedictine tea sandwiches, vegetables and dip
Gourmet Dessert Display