Derby

By Megan M. Seckman If you are looking for the greatest two minutes in sports, I’d stick to the Derby. But if you prefer your sports on the meandering, cigar-smoking, bourbon-sipping side, the Great Steamboat Race is the Kentucky Derby event for you. Since 1963, the Belle of Louisville has challenged other classy vessels to cruise the Ohio River in a friendly battle for an odd prize: a set of silver-plated antlers. The Great Steamboat Race, however, isn’t your only opportunity to experience the legacy of the steamship — you could take a river cruise. [...]

Looking for a sweet treat that will be a nice addition to your Derby party? Schimpff's Confectionary, has you covered with these delectable chocolates designed to cater to the season. Chocolate horse figurine, $7.25 available at Schmipff's Confectionary. Model: Alethea Hayes Photos by Melissa Donald 

By Paige Rhodes Whether you're opting for a trip to the infield or you're watching the races from the comfort of your couch, boxed lunches are a local convenience that reign supreme for Derby. Many eateries around Kentuckiana have boxed lunch specials that you can reserve to take to the track. Or you can even make your own. La Peche on Bardstown Road offers boxed lunches ranging from $16-30. You can fill up on a bright and fresh Cobb salad, vegetarian pasta, turkey club, or a snack box filled with pimento cheese, carrots, roasted potatoes, [...]

By Keri Foy  Hey, ladies! Want to turn into a bourbon “badass” in time for the season of Mint Juleps? Find out what this “whiskey chick” does to stay in the mix of everything bourbon. Leading up to Derby, this business woman, entrepreneur, and bourbon lover is busy researching bourbon-focused cocktails and recipes. Linda Ruffenach is founder of Whisky Chicks, an organization that brings together people with a passion for whiskey and author of the new book, How to be a Bourbon Badass. Following? Linda follows several of bourbon-industry-related organizations and people including Mike Veach, [...]