Is Tradition Enough to Make Fair Food Worth It?
A 69-year State Fair tradition keeps me coming back every year — even if the sausage itself isn't exactly how I'd make it. Basilio's has been serving at [...]
Meat on a Stick? I Should Have Loved This
A local Syracuse business caught my attention at The Fair, but I'm not sure I ordered the right thing. Calle Tropical is another local Syracuse business that found [...]
The Burger That Made Me Break My State Fair Rule
A Blooming Onion Burger convinced me to break my rule about eating at Syracuse food trucks during The Fair. There are a lot of Syracuse-based food trucks at [...]
Tasty Tuesday Is Back at The Fair; Your Wallet and Tastebuds Will Thank You
I found the best deal the Great New York State Fair, but act quick - this one is "one day only." Specifically today, Tasty Tuesday. If there’s one [...]
I Tried an Apple Pie Burrito. Or Maybe It’s a Wrap?
A favorite food and childhood memories inspired the owner of a local food truck owner to create an Apple Pie Burrito, so obviously I had to try it. [...]
There’s a Lot More Chocolate Flowing at Chocolate Taps
I went looking for Ube and Matcha ice cream and ended up with fresh strawberries, silky milk chocolate and a giant scoop of cheesecake — I’m not complaining. [...]
I Really Wanted to Love This $20 Squid
I spotted a whole squid cooking in the Asian Village and thought I’d found exactly the kind of Fair food I’d been looking for — then I took a bite. [...]
From Farm to Fair: Following the Great Potato
I get to work closely with the New York State Fair on some of the videos I make at The Fair each year, and I was really excited to work with them on [...]
Tully’s Tenders Just Got the Buffalo Treatment
I eat at Tully’s all the time, but after meeting the guy who’s been making their tenders for 15 years, I think I understand why they hit differently at The Fair. [...]
Get Pickled at Harvey’s Garden in the Empire Room
I know. It sounds gross. It may even sound crazy. But this Pickle wine slushy is incredibly delicious. I know, it sounds gross. It may even sound crazy. [...]
