Tag: State Fair

As we approach the upcoming Red River Showdown between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners, undoubtedly many parkgoers will make the pilgrimage to the fairgrounds to see the big game in Cotton Bowl Stadium. While they are there, they will no doubt enjoy state fair staples such as pretzels, cotton candy, and deep-fried butter on a stick. This...

It's hard to believe that when the Texas State Fair started, there were no wacky foods such as Fried Ice Cream, Frozen Chocolate Bananas, or Fried Butter, but it was indeed a horrible, horrible time. Food stands trotted out the same boring old food, year in and year out. However, in 2004, the Big Tex Choice Awards were established,...