Kentucky Derby News - Iron Chef Bobby Flay Heats Up the Derby

Award-winning chef Bobby Flay knows a thing or two about horses. He's owned several race horses over the years and has developed quite an interest in the Sport of Kings. This year, however, he'll be taking his culinary magic to Churchill Downs where he'll be cooking up a storm for all those hungry pre-race Kentucky Derby party goers.

"The Kentucky Derby is a one-of-a-kind springtime sports party that showcases a unique blend of food, fashion and Southern hospitality against the backdrop of America’s oldest continuously held sporting event," Flay said. "As a horse racing enthusiast, I love attending the Kentucky Derby in person, and I also enjoy throwing Kentucky Derby parties for family and friends. I am excited to work with Churchill Downs Incorporated on the launch of its official Kentucky Derby Party program and Web site, which offers party hosts and hostesses everything they need to know about Kentucky Derby entertaining."

The Kentucky Derby Party program, which includes a website loaded with bushels of great Derby party ideas and recipes, is geared towards people who won't be able to attend the Kentucky Derby in person, but will still be watching the races at home with their family and friends. And what better way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby than with Iron Chef Bobby Flay to help you every step of the way?

"Churchill Downs is thrilled to partner with Chef Bobby Flay on our Kentucky Derby Party program, as we look for ways to extend the Kentucky Derby experience to sports fans around the world," said Casey Cook, senior director of marketing for Churchill Downs Incorporated. "The Kentucky Derby has a tremendous following because it's more than just a sporting event. The Derby encompasses fantastic cuisine, eye-catching fashion and lavish entertaining – as well as the 'Greatest Two Minutes in Sports'.

For Kentucky Derby party recipes and Kentucky Derby party ideas, visit the new Kentucky Derby Party website.

And if you're ready to bet on the Kentucky Derby, check out the Bodog Racebook.

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