With the 151st running of The Kentucky Derby coming up on Saturday, May 3rd, Mowry & Cotton at The Phoenician Resort will be serving up a variety of Southern-inspired foods & cocktails at their annual Derby Day Porch Party. From 1 – 4 p.m. enjoy southern hospitality while watching the race(s) on TVs and large projection screens along with Derby Day activities and entertainment emceed by Master of Ceremonies Sean McLaughlin of Arizona’s Family 3TV/CBS5.
Socialize with other guests while sipping on Mint Juleps, served in a take home commemorative copper cup, and signature cocktails while dining on savory and sweet Southern foods from the Mowry & Cotton culinary team. They will be serving pickled deviled eggs, fried green tomatoes, bourbon balls and other delicacies. On the outdoor patio, hanger steaks and other dishes will be grilled over an open flame.
Guests are encouraged to wear their best spring attire and fancy hats to win prizes for several “Best Dressed” categories and winner’s circle prizes will be awarded for raffles with horses that win, place or show. A DJ will bring the energy and entertain, and a special VIP guest racehorse will be available for photos. Woodford Reserve will serve samples and custom engraved Kentucky Derby labeled bottles will be available for purchase. A portion of the day’s proceeds will be donated to After The Homestretch- Arizona. The local non-profit helps to protect the legacy of former racehorses through reconditioning, retraining and re-homing.
Tickets for the Derby Day Porch Party are $150++ per person and include all food, 2 signature cocktails, bourbon samples, contest prizes and a take home swag bag. To purchase tickets, click on The Phoenicians website or at Eventbrite.
