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Casey’s guide to new foods

Funhouse October 6 October 16

There’s a new bird in town – Fair mascot Casey the Cardinal. And he’s got lots of tips for fairgoers. This week is all about food – as Casey dishes on a few new foods he can’t wait to try. If you are like Casey, you’ve probably already got a list of foods – and it probably includes old favorites such Howling Cow ice cream, Al’s French fries or a warm Cary United Methodist ham biscuit. Leave a little room for something new. Deep Fried Pimento Cheese Pimento cheese must be one of the “it” foods for 2015 because we…

Weekend Roundup: Aug. 14-17

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Back to school for traditional calendar students is just around the corner. This weekend the fairgrounds can help you get some deals on back to school clothes shopping at the Children’s Clothing and Baby Equipment sale and the Adidas Clearance Sale. Other events at the fairgrounds include the Double L Bar Cowboy Mounted Shooters event and the Carolina Fall Boat Show. Information on events is listed below: The Children’s Clothing and Baby Equipment Sale will be Saturday in the Scott Building. Gently used and affordable infant, children’s and maternity clothing, toys, books, games, videos, bikes, bedding, shoes, strollers, swings, cribs,…

The verdict is YUM

Firecracker October 14 October 16

We hosted the annual Media Preview lunch today in Dorton Arena where we give our media friends a sneak peek at what’s new at the fair, including the food. Our friends from the Murphy House concession stands fried us up some of the new items. Take a look at what Firecracker and Flying Bob had to say about them: And check out the other foods that are new to the fair this year in this blog post.

Food Finds: Deep Fried Cinnamon Rolls Covered in Bacon and Deep Fried Cupcakes

Bearded Lady October 8 October 8

Each year, the Press Office hosts a pre-fair lunch for local media outlets. It’s a great opportunity to share what’s new at the fair. From the latest rides to newest grounds acts, we try to cover everything including the food. Today, Murphy House unveiled two new fair foods you’ll see this year – Deep Fried Cinnamon Rolls Covered in Bacon and Deep Fried Cupcakes. Check out our videos below to see what we thought of these new treats: If videos don’t play, try refreshing browser. These aren’t the only new additions this year. You can find all the new…

Deep Fried Ambassador: Deep Fried is Fun. Hunger is Not.

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This is a guest blogger post by our Official Deep Fried Ambassador, Amy. We’ll be reposting her State Fair adventures from her Practical Cook blog throughout the Fair. Deep Fried Is Fun, Hunger Is Not: Hunger Relief Day at the N.C. State Fair (with video) Gentle Readers, we’re going to change things up a bit today and address a problem that affects us all, hunger. The Practical Cook was raised in a farming family whose goal was to feed anyone who came through the door, and that still stands true. There’s an easy way to help on Thursday, October 20, 2011:…

Deep Fried Ambassador: Low-Cost and No-Cost

Firecracker October 18 October 22

This is a guest blogger post by our Official Deep Fried Ambassador, Amy. We’ll be reposting her State Fair adventures from her Practical Cook blog throughout the Fair. Low-Cost and No-Cost: The Practical Cook’s Guide to Attending the Fair on a Budget (with video) The Practical Cook is thrilled to announce that aside from a bit of sunburn (one Gentle Reader referred to TPC’s complexion by way of a popular pork slogan, ahem), yesterday’s adventure with the Juniors went swimmingly. As the Juniors were bankrolling part of their own trip, it’s the perfect time to discuss attending the fair on a…

Food Review: Deep-fried candy and caramel apples

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You may have stopped by one of McBride’s concession stands at the fair in the past. It’s particularly famous for its giant turkey legs, chicken, ribs and barbecue. This year, in addition to some of the old standbys, McBride’s also has a new twist on a State Fair classic with deep-fried candy and caramel apples. Firecracker and I tried to resist, but gave into temptation earlier this afternoon to bring you a review. Check out the video below to see what we thought:

Food Review: Deep-fried chicken pot pie

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Working in the State Fair press office can be stressful at times, but one of the best parts of the job is getting to sample fair food. We’ve done a lot of reviews for the Deep Fried blog, and here’s our latest one for deep-fried chicken pot pie at Woody’s City Market near the midway. In 2009, we reviewed Woody’s buffalo chicken rangoons and really liked them. Check out the video below to see what we thought about the deep fried chicken pot pie. Note: If video doesn’t play, try refreshing browser.

Deep Fried Ambassador: Kool-Aid & bubble gum preview

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This is a guest blogger post by our Official Deep Fried Ambassador, Amy. We’ll be reposting her State Fair adventures from The Practical Cook blog throughout the Fair. Gentle Readers, good news, The Practical Cook is not under a Deep Fried Embargo: she can tell you what is frying at the 2011 N.C. State Fair! Prepare to return to the days of Saturday morning cartoons (at least for me), it’s Deep-Fried Kool-Aid and Bubble Gum, with a side of Lemon Sticks. Wow, let’s get started, shall we? Yeah, I think there are tickets available. First came the update on what’s…

Deep Fried TweetUPdate – SCVNGR edition

Bearded Lady October 11 October 11

Do you have what it takes to compete with #TeamAwesome, the Fierce Fashionistas or any of the other teams that have signed up for the SCVNGR hunt at the Deep Fried Triangle Tweetup this Thursday? If so, go ahead and get your tickets for the event, then send us a tweet with your team name and team members. Once you form a team, join in on the #DFSmackTalk on Twitter. If you’re still working on your team, here are a few things you should know about the hunt: Teams can have between 3 and 5 people. You don’t have to…

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