Kern's Kitchen is the official bakery of Derby-Pie® Chocolate Nut Pie and Golden Pecan Pie. We are located in Louisville, Kentucky. Derby-Pie®, as it has come to be known, was born over a half-century ago as the specialty pastry of the Melrose Inn, at Prospect, Kentucky. George Kern, manager of the restaurant, developed the Derby-Pie® recipe with the help of his parents, Walter and Leaudra. Many hours were spent trying to find the unique blend of flavors that make up this classic dessert. And that blend remains a secret to this very day. Oh, most folks recognize the real chocolate chips and walnut pieces-but no one has ever been able to duplicate our special filling and delicate crust. There's only one Derby-Pie® chocolate nut pie.