The State Fair of Texas has been a Dallas staple since 1886, growing over the last century into the nation’s largest and most over-the-top 24-day extravaganza. This year, the fair kicked off Friday, September 26 and will last through Sunday, October 19.
Some regard the State Fair of Texas the Met Gala of gluttony, with photo-worthy, belt-busting eats that range from savory to sweet, and deep-fried to sippable. Among the standouts this year are the Big Tex Choice Award-winning crab and mozzarella arancini; the Columbian-inspired chill and thrill delight; the sugar-loaded cookie chaos milkshake, and Cajun-seasoned, panko-crusted Wagyu bacon cheeseburger deviled egg sliders.
With the fun of the fair foods come weighty price tags. The steeply priced annual tradition calls for a hefty budget with food, drinks, bottled water, and more worth “coupons” that cost $1 each…