Saturdays At Shop This: All The Kings Horses

This is quite the Saturday! Will you watch the two major events ~ The Coronation of King Charles and The Kentucky Derby? I am always game for historical events, so I will be watching both. In between the festivities, here are a few royal and equestrian chic links.

Charming, Approachable, and a Great Dancer: From Naomi Campbell to Joan Collins, Friends of Vogue on the Real King Charles III. It's a great read on Vogue.

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Planning a trip to London? Goop's London City Guide, is fantastic! It covers all parts of London, where to stay, the chicest restaurants, and what to see. It's online!

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Illuminated Horseshoes: Now you can play an old fashion game of horseshoes at any time of the day or night. Fun for the entire family.

Amazon or Maisonette

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Yesterday we drank Margaritas. Today in the States, the drink of choice is the Mint Julep. Here's a good recipe on Food & Wine.

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Royal Memorabilia: If you or someone you know would enjoy a memory of this historical event, Harrods offers this cotton shopping bag. 

It's under $50.

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Need a baby gift? These Musical Rocking Horses are super sweet. Available in two colors.

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Sunny Day Accessories: Hats will be front and center at the The Coronation and The Kentucky Derby. I can't wait to see them all. Just thought I would remind you of the more down to earth Sunhats that were on the blog this week.  Shop The post Here.

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We will be seeing plenty of tiaras tomorrow at the coronation. They all will be worth a king's ransom. This Etsy Shop has beautiful tiara's and other hair accessories at affordable prices.

Fortnum & Mason English Essentials Hamper: Londoner's take their picnics seriously. This is a gorgeous gift for picnic lovers and Anglophiles, alike. 

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So loving this Hold Your Horses Graphic Tee. It's very tongue in cheek, chic.

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Like the luxury and pricy townhouses in London's Kensington or Knightsbridge areas, Jo Malone's Townhouse Collection of candles are beyond chic. The ivory containers with the roof-like lids are so lovely, you will use them long after the candle has burnt. Available at Jo Malone or Saks

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May all of the King's horses behave today. Wishing you a royal good weekend!

XOXOX

Deb

Foodie Friday: Cooking With Bourbon

Oh what a weekend for food and drink! It's your choice. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with fun fiesta recipes, or in honor of the Kentucky Derby, go the Southern Charm route with bourbon.  Food and bourbon make one of the sexiest combos ever. I love the smoky caramel and vanilla flavor for both sweet and savory dishes.  And here's some trivia. Did you know that Bourbon whiskey, gets its name from Bourbon County, Kentucky? I should know, most of my family lives there. Today's post is a winner if you enjoy a good cocktail, barbecue, and a little horsing around.

HERE: 16 Recipes To Bet On

Lavender Mint Juleps

Serve this chic cocktail and your Derby Day party will be off to the races. How unique!

Pizzazzeri

Kentucky Derby Mint Julep Cake

This simple but tasty cake features both bourbon and cream de menthe. Don't you just love a boozy dessert?

One Perfect Bite

Peach And Bourbon Glazed Ham
I know someone that will want this as soon as he reads this post. Just add sourdough bread for fabulous sandwiches.
Gourmet Traveller

Bourbon & Grilled Banana Pudding
Another super Southern dish. The bourbon infused twist makes this pudding perfect for any backyard barbecue
Williamson Source

 Bacon Bourbon BBQ Chicken Kebabs

One of the main ingredients of this dish is homemade "bacon paste." The bacon adds so much flavor and juiciness to the chicken. Then the entire dish is topped off with bourbon-infused barbecue sauce. Whoa!

Host The Toast

Grilled Cheese with Bourbon Melted Onions

The rich sweetness of the caramelized onions with the added splash of bourbon will change your boring grilled cheese into a 

mind-blowing meal.

Delish

Peach Bourbon Pie

This makes me think of my Grandma Pearl, but she probably didn't put any liquor in hers. Classic and I bet fabulous.

Gimme Some Oven

Crockpot Bacon Bourbon Baked Beans

Beans how they should be made with a cup of bourbon, molasses, brown sugar, thick cut bacon and more.  

How Sweet Eats

Gingered Peach Bourbon Thyme Smash
Doesn't this look and feel so Southern? I bet the folks in Louisville know this recipe. I would call this Summer in a cocktail glass. 
Half Baked Harvest 

Bourbon-Glazed Lemon Salmon

Generally, speaking, I always make some kind of glaze when cooking salmon. Never thought of adding bourbon though. Doesn't this 
look delightful?

Delish

Kentucky Derby Mini Chocolate-Pecan Cakes With Vanilla Bourbon 

Smash Ice Cream

The perfect dessert! The individual servings make this dish beautiful for a buffet. I have taken to making my own ice cream. It is so much better than store bought. And you'll often taste a touch of alcohol in mine. YUM!

Half Baked Harvest


Grilled Shrimp with Maker's Mark
 Butter Sauce
A basic shrimp recipe that gets jazzed up with what sounds like the best sauce ever. Think bourbon, apple juice, apple cider and more!
Esquire

Chicken Burgers with Bourbon Barbecue Sauce and Mushrooms
Be sure to make extra sauce, because with these ingredients, this recipe will go fast.
Williams Sonoma

Fresh Watermelon Mint Julep
It's hard to resist a pink cocktail, isn't it? This just looks fabulously refreshing.
How Sweet Eats

Oysters with Brown Sugar–Chipotle Butter
As Bon Appetit states: "If you’re not a raw oyster person, this buttery, broiled treatment should be in your repertoire." The bourbon is in the sauce.
 BON APPÉTIT

Kentucky Derby Pie Milkshake

I may have saved the best for last! This decadent milkshake is made with chocolate and butter pecan ice cream, and of course, bourbon. Looks worth the calories!

Camille Styles

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Foodie Friday: Let's Fiesta

All Things Equestrian Chic

With the 141st Run For The Roses, The Kentucky Derby, this Saturday, I am in a horsey mood. Not so very long ago, "Mr. Shop This" and I were racehorse owners ourselves. It is a very exciting sport with highs and lows. We won many races and lost some, too.  To this day, we still love a good race, a beautiful horse, a little hors'n around and all things equestrian chic!

HERE: An Equestrian Chic Collection

Jonathan Adler Luxembourg Horse Trinket Box
A well appointed decor accessory and home for your stylish jewelry and keepsakes.
Bloomingdales

Horse Bit Stud Earrings
Gold accessories are a good bet as a gift for Mom and college coeds.
Henri Bendel

Connor Mandarin Engraved Notecard Set
I have a set of these cards. They are luxe and ever so lovely. Many other icons available including letters.
Barneys New York

Cavalleria Toscana
Talk about style in the saddle! The very definition of "Equestrian Chic," this entire outfit can be found in one place at
Net-a-Porter

Fendi Casa Villa Borghese Pillows
Have you ever visited a Fendi Casa store? It's a trip into a luxury world of the highest end decor. This plush pillow is an elegant example of the style and quality of the brand.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Hold Your Horses Teepee
Whoa! Wild horses won't be able to keep your little one from pitching this tent. Waterproof for outdoors and decorative enough for an indoor fort.
AHAlife

Uno The Horse Print By Kari Herer
"This limited edition print was created in honor of Kaitlyn's Foundation, an organization in Texas that supports special needs children of military families who use horses for therapy - one of those horses being Uno. Our favorite part? A portion of the proceeds is donated to the foundation."
Anthropologie

Piers Atkinson
This English beauty is inspired by one of England's favorite pastimes – gardening.  The perfect hat for a lovely day at the races!
Net-a-Porter

Gilded Window Bench 
A vintage piece that is really striking. I can imagine how it might look with the seat covered in a black and gold Hermes scarf.
One Kings Lane

Moon and Lola Danbury Horseshoe Necklace
The perfect layering piece for a bit of fashionable good luck.
Zhush

Lauren Home Equestrian Braid Tray
Inspired by the leather bridles of show horses, this tray serves up style in any room of the home. 
Ralph Lauren

Gucci Crocodile Horsebit Loafer
This shoe has become a classic in men's loafers.
Gucci

Maggie Tote
American made and luxe leather tote is accented with a horse hair tassel. By Oliveve.
Free People

Gucci Blanket Throw
This wool and cashmere throw is gorgeous featuring horse stitches and fringe. It has been reduced by 60% for a limited time!
Bluefly

The Early Times Mint Julep Recipe

2 cups sugar
2 cups water
Sprigs of fresh mint
Crushed ice
Early Times Kentucky Whisky

Silver Julep Cups

Cheers. May Your Horse Win!

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