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2025 Minnesota State Fair: New Foods, Top Picks, and Surprises
The article previews and predicts the success of 33 new food items and 8 vendors for the 2025 Minnesota State Fair, offering humorous and critical insights into each dish's potential popularity based on ingredients, presentation, and past experiences, with a call for public opinions and predictions.

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"Oklahoma State Fair Unveils Exciting New Food and Drink Options for Adventurous Eaters"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by news9.com KWTV

The Oklahoma State Fair is introducing a variety of new food dishes and drinks for adventurous eaters. Some of the highlights include Pickle Pie, Meat Candy On-A-Stick, Mochi Donut, Cookie Dough Parfait, Piña Colada Palmer, Deep-Fried Caramel Apple Cow Tale, Chicken Honey Waffle, Freeze Dried Jolly Rancher Cotton Candy, Barbie Lemonade, and Texas Sized Donuts. The fair will run from September 14-24, 2023.
"Record-breaking Lebanon Bologna Sandwich Steals the Show at Pennsylvania Fair"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press

An enormous 150-foot-long Lebanon bologna sandwich, created by volunteers known as the "Bologna Security," was unveiled at the Lebanon Area Fair in Pennsylvania. Each footlong "bite" was sponsored at $100, with the proceeds donated to Lebanon County Christian Ministries to help those dealing with food insecurity. The sandwich, made with 600 slices of provolone cheese and 1,200 slices of Seltzer's Lebanon Bologna, provided free enjoyment to fairgoers.
"Record-breaking Lebanon bologna sandwich steals the show at Pennsylvania fair"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News

An enormous 150-foot-long Lebanon bologna sandwich, created by volunteers known as the "Bologna Security," has been unveiled at the Lebanon Area Fair in central Pennsylvania. Each footlong "bite" was sponsored at $100, with the proceeds donated to Lebanon County Christian Ministries to help people dealing with food insecurity. The sandwich, made with 600 slices of provolone cheese and 1,200 slices of Seltzer's Lebanon Bologna, consisted of 900 sandwiches in total. Fairgoers had the opportunity to enjoy the massive sandwich for free.
Revolutionizing Food Distribution: How One Truck is Feeding the Masses
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Salisbury Post

Tranise Brown and her husband Travis Fennell have successfully organized Food Truck Tuesdays, a popular food truck festival in Rowan County, North Carolina. The event, which started with just a few trucks, has grown in popularity and now includes Wednesday lunch and Sunday afternoon picnics. Brown's vision of bringing the community together through food has been a hit, with thousands of followers on their Facebook page. The couple plans to expand the festival to other towns and continue to support the food truck vendors who have been loyal to their events.
"Exciting New Fair Foods: Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota Unveil Delicious Additions for 2023"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by kwwl.com

The Iowa State Fair will introduce 64 new food items this year, with the top three entries to be announced via a livestream on July 18. Fairgoers will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite new foods during the fair, which will take place from August 10 to 20. Some of the new food items include Vietnamese sandwiches, salted coffee, bacon cheddar pretzel dogs, butterbeer ice cream, deep-fried strawberry shortcake on a stick, and many more.
"Exciting New Fair Foods Unveiled for 2023 State Fairs"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Des Moines Register

The 2023 Iowa State Fair will feature 64 new food items, including Vietnamese banh mi, Korean egg dogs, and Ube funnel cake. Other highlights include butterbeer ice cream, deep-fried bacon brisket mac-n-cheese grilled cheese, and a jalapeno-filled Iowa Twinkie. The fair will also offer a variety of food on sticks, such as catfish, walleye, and cookie dough. Media personalities and fair attendees will vote for the best new food, with the winner announced on July 18.
"Exciting New Fair Foods Await at Iowa and Minnesota State Fairs in 2023"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCCI Des Moines

The 2023 Iowa State Fair will feature 64 new food options, including items like Amish Donuts, Raspberry Chipotle Grilled Cheese, and Walleye on a Stick. The fair, which runs from August 10-20, is also hiring approximately 1,600 workers for various roles. Open interviews were held to fill positions ranging from security to ticket sales. The fair CEO emphasized that there is a role for everyone, regardless of experience level.
"34 New Fair Foods Unveiled for 2023 Minnesota State Fair"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Star Tribune

The Minnesota State Fair has announced 34 new food offerings for 2023, showcasing a variety of culinary delights. Food enthusiasts can look forward to indulging in a range of innovative and delicious dishes at the fair, which has become renowned for its diverse food offerings. From unique twists on classic fair favorites to creative new creations, the fair promises to satisfy the cravings of foodies and provide a memorable gastronomic experience.
"Indiana State Fair Unveils Must-Try Food Delights for 2023"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WRTV Indianapolis

The Indiana State Fair has announced its lineup of new Fair Food Favorites for the 2023 fair, featuring a variety of mouthwatering treats such as BBQ Pig Wings, Bratchos, Buffalo Pork-n-Mac, Cherry Lemonade Twister, Chocolate Glazed Popcorn, Cinnamon Crunch Corn, Deep Fried Corn on a Stick, Deep Fried Sandwich Cookie Ale, Elote Street Corn Pizza, Flaming Hot Cheeto Corn in a Cup, Gimme S’more Bourbon Shake, Hoosier Burger Mango, Indiana Hardwood Nachos, Italian Melt, Lemon Drop Drizzle, Nutellaphant Ear, Pepperoni Pizza Pretzel, S’mores Funnel Cake, Sirloin Tip Fries, Smoked Bologna Burnt Ends, Spicy Sweet Chili Walking Taco, Street Corn Pizza, The Dirty Dog, The Hoosier Slam Dunk Caramel Apple Surprise, The Indiana Grown Burger, The Mac Daddy Empanada, The Walking Burger, Vanilla Dream Coffee Ice Cream Soda, and Wicked Chicken N Waffles. The fair will run from July 28 to August 20, 2023.
"Taste of Minnesota: Successful Reboot Draws Massive Crowds and Overcomes Heat Advisory"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSTP

Vendors and organizers of the Taste of Minnesota food festival made adjustments on the second day to accommodate the unexpectedly large crowds. Some food trucks sold out early, while others experienced long wait times. Organizers brought in water stations and distributed free water bottles to address the hot temperatures. Despite the challenges, they were pleased with the quick changes made to ensure a successful event.