LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — The official menu for the 152nd Kentucky Derby features Louisville-inspired classics and variations.

Chef Robert Lopez, senior executive chef for Levy Restaurants and head chef at Churchill Down, crafted the menu for a third year in a row.

"Churchill Downs is always committed to honoring its iconic traditions, and this year I’m coming to the table with familiar elements along with some exciting culinary twists," Lopez said. "The menu for the 152nd 'Run for the Roses' features flavors that will be recognizable to returning guests, including delectable honey bourbon sauces and brown sugar caramelization, while incorporating surprise components to ensure on-track diners are immersed in the full experience."

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The Official Kentucky Derby 152 On-Track Food Menu:

  • Green Goddess Pasta Salad
    • Cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mozzarella pearls and fresh basil with a creamy pesto
  • Kale Salad with Cider Sorghum Vinaigrette
    • Kale, shredded cabbage, julienne carrots, red quinoa, dried cherries, sunflower seeds and pickled red onions with a cider sorghum vinaigrette
  • Farmstand Vegetables and Assorted Dips
    • An assortment of vegetables with traditional hummus, lemon sweet pea hummus and buttermilk herb dip
  • Caprese Sandwich on Focaccia
    • Heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and balsamic glaze on focaccia
  • Pretzel Board
    • Served with whole grain mustard dip, pimento cheese and vanilla glaze
  • Char-Grilled Short Ribs with Pomegranate and Fennel
    • Boneless short ribs topped with fennel and a pomegranate glaze
  • Honey Bourbon Grilled Chicken with Roasted Peach Chutney
    • Chicken breasts topped with a honey bourbon glaze and roasted peach chutney
  • Kentucky BBQ Shrimp and Fava Bean Relish
    • Large shrimp topped with a Kentucky BBQ butter sauce and fava bean relish
  • Ancient Grains Pilaf
    • Farro, quinoa, bulgur, barley and wild rice with sautéed vegetables, lemon zest and herbs
  • Brown Sugar Glazed Roasted Carrots and Dill Sorghum Butter
    • Roasted carrots tossed in dill sorghum butter

Kentucky Derby 152 Beverage Menu:

  • Old Forester Mint Julep
    • Old Forester, simple syrup, fresh mint, crushed ice
  • Oaks Lily
    • Vodka, sweet and sour, Triple Sec, cranberry juice, blackberries, lemon wedge, crushed ice
  • Woodford Spire
    • Woodford Reserve, lemonade, cranberry juice, lemon twist, ice
  • Herradura Horseshoe Margarita
    • Herradura Reposado, margarita mix, lime

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