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Vote Now for Golden’s Abe’s Fantastic Fair Food Contest

By Michelle Mitchell Aug 12, 2023 | 12:00 AM

Springfield, IL – The food is one of the best parts of the Illinois State Fair, and some would argue it’s the best part of the Illinois State Fair.  All over the fairgrounds you’ll find traditional fair food along with imaginative, delectible, and even unusual delights to tempt the tongue.

This year, Neuhoff Media Springfield is once again the proud sponsor of Golden Abe’s Fantastic Fair Food Contest, and you can participate!  The first part of the contest was held at the fairgrounds Friday, August 11th.  Classic Kitchen’s Blue Raspberry Lemonade was the big winner this year!  They also won for Most Creative.

Here were the top 4:
1. Blue Raspberry Lemonade from Classic Kitchen
2. Pecan Roll from Cinnamon Station (winner of Best taste)
3. Cosmic Brownie Explosion Mini Donuts from The Donut Family
4. Fried Strawberry Cheesecake

Notable mentions out to Dilly Dilly Dill Pickle Pizza from Mia Bellas Wood Fired Pizza, Brown Sugar Boba (Winner of Notable Newcomer) from Tri Boba, Italian Beef Parfait from Homerun Grill,  Ice Cream Sundae from Three Twigs & Co, Fried PB&J from Fried What, and Seafood Basket “A Taste of the Bayou.
Now it’s your turn!  Voting for the People’s Choice Award is open now through Noon Thursday, August 17th.  Cast your vote for your favorite!