Last week was an incredibly active one in North American horse racing, as a slew of Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” preps were scheduled around the U.S. and Woodbine held its stakes-rich Canadian International card.
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Foodie Guide to the Breeders’ Cup: Can’t-Miss Eats at Santa Anita Park
If the appeal of 14 world championship races over two days at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif., wasn’t enough to get you psyched for the 2023 Breeders’ Cup, let us remind you of a few other reasons why the event on Nov. 3-4 is a can’t miss: The wagering, the fashion, the cocktails and… the food!
Chatting With Mixologist Mark Tubridy on Creating and Preparing Official Breeders’ Cup Cocktails
Horse racing and cocktails have always gone hand in hand. The mint julep, for example, is synonymous with the sport’s most famous race — the Kentucky Derby. While that’s common knowledge, you might not know that racing’s World Championships, the Breeders’ Cup, has not one but two signature cocktails: the Torrie Cup and Garland (recipes below!) Coming up with cocktails — one bourbon-based and the other vodka — that matched the vibe of the most-anticipated racing event on the fall calendar was an exercise that the Breeders’ Cup didn’t take lightly.
Thoroughbred Makeover Diary: A Rewarding Training Season, Ready for Competition
Here we are, less than a week from leaving for Kentucky for the 2023 Makeover. It’s amazing to think that this is the accumulation of almost two years of blood, sweat and tears. Both celebratory and dismal – but hey, this is horses!
