THE Breeders' Cup has been one of the foremost international meetings on the global racing calendar for nearly three decades.

A multitude of top European horses can be relied upon to cross the Atlantic to take part in racing's answer to the Ryder Cup.

Hosted at various tracks across North America since its inception in 1984, the Breeders' Cup is now a two-day affair featuring 14 races culminating in the main event - the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic.

This year's extravaganza on November 4-5 returns to the home of the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs.

Make the most of your racing trip to the States with our brilliant food and drink guide, packed with recommendationsfrom our international editor, who is a Louisville regular.