Thursday, May 21, The Devon Horse Show & Country fair began with the cutest Devon tradition: (well, besides Lead Line and Pony Hunt Teams – both tomorrow afternoon) Hunter Pony Foals. Spectators and exhibitors (both human and equine) were fully turned out; even two month-old foals were fully braided and ShowSheened to perfection.
Class 301 : Hunter Pony Foals
When my eyes weren’t glued to the champions in the show ring, I took a stroll through the shops of Devon searching for souvenirs and the best of Devon food fare. Volunteers Melissa Cichowicz and daughter Cori updated me on the new Devon products available. The straw purse with horse bit sold out by Friday at noon, but adorable pink hair bows and embroidered pony-tail holders are still available. For the adults, Devon’s new steel cocktail shaker and flask, emblem glasses, and cloth wine chilling bucket lend class to any Devon celebration.
Volunteers Cori Cichowicz, Melissa Cichowicz, and Chris Kozeracki
"Tissue" Tees are selling well in the hot weather
Devon Fudge fanatics buy five pounds at time to save in the freezer for a taste of Devon throughout the year. Volunteers reported that last year the fudge sold out on by Grand Prix (May 28th this year), but sales are ahead of schedule. Plan on buying your fudge before Wednesday to ensure you taste this Devon tradition.
Devon Fudge!
The Devon Wine & Cheese stand offers small bottles for $5, bottles for $20, and cheese plates for $5. The Pinot Grigio and Mondavi Chardonnay are selling well and refreshing during the hot weather. The stand offers cups of ice with white wines.
Ringside decorations
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