Kentucky Proud takes the lead at 2009 Derby Breakfast.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monday, April 27, 2009

For more information contact:
Bill Clary

(502) 564-1137

FRANKFORT, Ky. — Visitors to the 2009 Kentucky Derby Breakfast on May 2 can enjoy Kentucky Proud foods – and take some home with them.

Kentucky Proud vendors will offer sauces, sweets, cheeses, herbs, mushrooms and other products for sale during the annual event at the state Capitol. A farmers’ market also is scheduled to be offered.

“The Kentucky Derby Breakfast attracts visitors from all over the state to celebrate ‘the greatest two minutes in sports’ and enjoy a hearty breakfast on our beautiful Capitol grounds,” Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer said. “I invite all Kentuckians to attend the Derby Breakfast, and while you’re here, visit the Kentucky Proud vendors and the farmers’ market. When you buy Kentucky Proud, you’re buying food you can serve your families with confidence while helping Kentucky producers make a living.”

The Derby Breakfast will include Kentucky Proud items such as Penn’s Country Ham, Purnell’s Sausage and assorted muffins made with Weisenberger Mill flour. Kentucky Department of Parks employees also will serve boneless fried chicken breast, juice, coffee and water. Cost is $1 for each item except coffee and water.

Visitors to the Derby Breakfast also can experience a hot air balloon ride (weather permitting), enjoy live entertainment, see and purchase Kentucky arts and crafts, tour the Capitol, and take part in children’s activities. The Derby Breakfast is 8 a.m.-noon EDT. Admission is free, and the public is invited.

Visit Kentucky Proud here.

Visit the 2009 Governor's Derby Celebration page here.