Churchill Downs to Kickoff Kentucky Derby WeekendAn evening of exquisite cuisine and entertainment has been added to the roster of Kentucky Derby Week festivities as Churchill Downs Incorporated ("CDI") (NASDAQ: CHDN) today announced plans to host Taste of Derby™ presented by Yum! Brands, an event that will showcase nationally known chefs and restaurants from popular horse racing destinations around the country. A portion of proceeds raised through Taste of Derby will benefit the Dare to Care Food Bank and the United Nations World Food Programme in support of YUM's ongoing partnership with these two hunger relief organizations.
The inaugural Taste of Derby will be held Thursday, April 29 – two days before the 136th running of the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands and on the eve of the Kentucky Oaks – beginning at 7 p.m. EDT at the Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center, which is located near the heart of downtown Louisville.
The event will feature 10 premier chefs from around the country – each representing a major racetrack and its respective culinary region – serving their signature dishes. The event will also feature live entertainment and a live charitable auction. All proceeds from the auction will benefit Taste of Derby's partner charities.
Already confirmed for Taste of Derby are James Beard Award-winner Michelle Bernstein of Miami's modern bistro Michy's (Calder Casino & Race Course); Stephen Lewandowski of Manhattan's landmark restaurant Tribeca Grill (Belmont Park); Tory McPhail of New Orleans' famous Commander's Palace (Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots); Ouita Michel of Midway, Ky.'s historic Holly Hill Inn (Keeneland); Nancy Silverton of Los Angeles' La Brea Bakery and Pizzeria Mozza; and alumni from Bravo's hit television program Top Chef. More premier chefs will be announced at a later date.
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