The State Fair of Texas doesn’t just serve food. It stages a full-on culinary spectacle, and nowhere is that more apparent than at the Big Tex Choice Awards—the annual competition where vendors go all out to earn the title of Best Taste or Most Creative. This year’s tasting experience was nothing short of extraordinary. From a viral pizza that took 30+ attempts to perfect, to boozy soft serve floats that had people reaching for seconds, the creativity on display was next level.
We filmed the entire experience during this year’s judging and tasting event, and what follows is the full breakdown—every dish, every sip, and every “how did they even think of this?” moment. If you’re planning a trip to the fair when it opens on September 25 and runs through October 18, consider this your essential guide to eating well in Dallas…