Went this year with the fam, and Steve and I kept a list of everything we ate. I have left off drink because really they don't count!
1. Corn Dog - A classic. Usually the first thing I get at the fair. Though there is usually an argument over which is better: a corn dog or a pronto-pup.
2. Cheese Curds - Another classic. This year we bought from the stand that is not in the food building. There was a smaller line and they were just as good.
3. Hot Dish on a Stick - A new item for us this year. It was interesting. They alternate meatballs and tatertots on a stick, dipped in batter then deep-fried. They give you a side of mushroom gravy for a dip. It was good, but I wasn't a fan of the corn-meal batter.
4. Key Lime Pie on a Stick - My hidden favorite. Located just outside the food building, next the the entrance for the gondolas. The pie is frozen and chocolate covered, need I say more!
5. Walleye on a Stick - Once again, another classic. Inside the food building, covered in tater sauce!
6. Wild Rice Corn Dog - We are big fans of the wild rice bratwurst from the farmer's market. This was along the same lines, just make into a corn dog.
7. Garlic Fries - Another new item for us the year. These are not french fries seasoned with garlic salt, but fries with sauted garlic. They were amazing if you are a garlic lover like me. Huge portion though, we didn't finish it all.
8. Fried Green Tomatoes - Another Zanmiller/Bohn staple. Perfectly deep-fried, served with a side of ranch dressing.
9. Frozen Apple Cider - So Good! We found this inside Minnesota Agricultural building. Probably the best deal at the fair. $1 for a 12-oz cup of cider, $1 for a cider icy.
10. Pork Chop on a Stick - I remember the year they introduced this, the lines were insane! Still very good, though a little too salty for me.
11. Strawberry Short-Cake - A family tradition for us. Something sweet after a day a salty foods.
12. Mashed Potato on a Stick - Yum, my new favorite! Deep-fried cheese and bacon mashed potatoes served with a side of sour cream, ranch, ketchup or gravy.
13. Rootbeer/Orange Float - At the Dairy Bar in Heritage Square. A good item to end the day and cool down with :)
One more picture...my favorite thing to do is stand uphill on the streets and look down at the massive crowd of people.
