Kentucky Derby Coming Up

The Running of the Roses, always an excellent excuse for a party, will take place this Saturday, the 2nd. I so miss those fabulous bashes our Louisville (Kentucky, not the town next to us) friends used to throw during the several years they were in Boulder. If looking to plan your own party, or at least celebrate with a proper mint julep, there are guides to help you out. It's such a party-centric event that the official site for the race itself has a section on it, Plan Your Own Derby Party. It not only covers food and the ever-important drink, but also what to wear, which looks like it's straight from Vineyard Vines. For additional ideas, check out Kentucky Derby Cuisine from Epicurious.