Well if you didn’t know, The Kentucky Derby is this Saturday and I can’t think of a better excuse to get all dolled up and sip classic cocktails in white gloves. Can you? Didn’t think so. If you happen to live in Chicago, here are the best locations to sip Mint Juleps and watch the ponies. It’s the Derby darlings!
For the Ponies
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| {The Derby Bar & Grill – Lincoln Park} |
For the Horses
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| {q Chicago – Gold Coast} |
Other Notable Chicago Events
Thursday, May 3rd: Outdoor dining at The Peninsula’s Shanghai Terrace opens Thursday! One of the best spots for sipping cocktails and admiring the urban view.
Saturday, May 5th: Cinco de Mayo! Make reservations at my favorite Mexican restaurant, Mercadito. The food and margs are to die for.
Sunday, May 6th: Rad and Refined Pop Up Shop opens at the Waldorf Astoria (AKA the Elysian). Enjoy Sprinkles cupcakes and mimosas.
Tuesday, May 8th: Celebrate wedding season with The Everygirl and BHLDN (aka Anthropologie’s bridal boutique). The event includes cocktails by Femme du Coupe (been dying to try!) and Sprinkles cupcakes.
Happy Hump Day! xoxo
{image credits: Derby Bar and Grill // q Chicago 1 // q Chicago 2}
I’ve always wanted to go to a Derby party just for the hats!
you know, i’ve never been to a derby party and i’ve heard mint juleps really aren’t that great, but i’m dying for an excuse to wear a big, fun hat! ahh i really hope i can make it to the bhldn/TEG event!! xox