Recipes, party tips, and where to order supplies. Check here for Kentucky Derby Party and Preakness Party info. There isn't as much tradition surrounding food other than Manhattan Clam Chowder as there is at the Derby or Preakness, so plan your menu to include your own favorites.
Cookbooks and Entertaining
Racing to the Table a book by Margaret Guthrie with lots of recipes from famous tracks around the country including Belmont. Review
The Booklyn Cookbook - by Lyn Stallworth. Lots of recipes from this melting pot area of New York.
The New York Cookbook - by Molly O'Neill. Recipes selected by the former food page editor of the New York Times has everything from jerk chicken to asian noodle dishes.
New York Times Cookbook - by Craig Claiborne. Lots of great recipes from the New York Times files.
Patsy's Cookbook - by Sal Scognamillo. Classic Italian recipes from a New York landmark restaurant.
Union Square Cafe Cookbook - by Danny Meyer. Recipes from the three-star Union Square Cafe in Manhattan.
Online Recipes
Belmont Breeze - the recipe for the official drink, invented by top New York bartender Dale DeGroff
Triple Crown Treats - recipes for the traditional drinks and food of the Triple Crown races. Includes both the new drink, the Belmont Breeze, and the old one, the White Carnation.
Supplies, Games, and Music
Backyard Bookie - Want to take wagers at your party just like at the track? Get this software! Also has party tips and recipes.
Lucky Numbers - gambling themed songs from Frank Sinatra including "New York, New York" and nine others. What better to play at your Belmont party?
New York, New York: a Vintage Portrait - lots of great vintage New York music by various artists including the original Belmont theme song "Sidewalks of New York"
Complete Horse Racing Night - a game set that includes a DVD of real races, programs, betting tickets, play money, invitations, and more to host your own night at the races for your next party.
