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Business Journals
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Journals
State Fair of Texas unveils Big Tex Choice Awards finalists
The annual competition where the tastiest food and beverages from the most creative minds battle it out for titular best. Read more to learn who are finalists in this year's Big Tex Choice Awards.
CBS News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
2025 Big Tex Choice Awards finalists named: Dubai chocolate treats, brisket stuffed pretzels and more
The State Fair of Texas is back next month and with that comes never-before-seen dishes battling it out for the next Big Tex Choice Awards. Wednesday morning, the 30 semi-finalists were narrowed down to 15. This year's culinary competition started out with 76 entries, the most ever, according to fair officials. Since 2005, the Big Tex Choice Awards showcase the best and boldest foods in Texas, with some chefs spending years perfecting their recipes to be featured at the annual State Fair of Texas. To qualify for the competition, vendors are required to have at least one year of experience as a concessionaire at the State Fair of Texas. All of the finalists will be served at the fair this year, regardless of winning the award or not. The selection process for the competition consists of internal judges who blindly taste the food items. Judges base their scores on three criteria: fairgoer appeal, creativity and taste. New this year is a category for best tasting drink. Winners will be named in four categories: "Best Taste – Savory," "Best Taste – Sweet," Best Taste – Sipper" and "Most Creative." The final four winners will be announced on Aug. 21. The State Fair of Texas begins on September 26 and runs through October 19.
CBS News
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
State Fair of Texas' 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards semi-finalists named: Dubai chocolate, Texas Water, brisket and more
The State Fair of Texas is still about three months away, but on Wednesday, fair officials announced 30 semi-finalists for the 2025 Big Tex Choice Awards. The list, narrowed down from what the fair said was a record-breaking 76 entries, features a mix of sweet and savory concessions for fairgoers to try this fall. A total of 50 concessionaires participated this year, officials said. To qualify for the competition, competitors are required to have at least one year of experience as a concessionaire at the State Fair of Texas. This year's contenders range from a churro cheesecake jalapeno popper and Wagyu bacon cheeseburger deviled egg sliders, to three different desserts featuring the viral Dubai chocolate. The selection process for the competition consists of internal judges who blindly taste the food items. Judges base their scores on three criteria: fairgoer appeal, creativity and taste. Judges will narrow down the finalists who will compete for the awards at the Big Tex Choice Awards ceremony in August. Winners will be named in three categories: "Best Taste – Savory," "Best Taste – Sweet" and "Most Creative." The State Fair of Texas begins on September 26 and runs through October 19. Click here to see the full list of semi-finalists.
