Today is opening day for the Minnesota State Fair! People from all over will come to the largest state fair in the US to look at tractors for five minutes, start walking toward the animal barns but turn away once they realize how completely awful it smells and then spend all day waiting in line for overpriced fried foods. With over 450 choices, there’s no way you can sample everything the fair has to offer in the 12 days they’re open so here’s a list of my personal favorites to help narrow down your choices.




Soup on a Stick



Deep Fried Mustard Balls



All You Can Drink Butter



Battered Candyburger



The Ponut (combination pancake/donut)



Chickenfried Oreos



Spamshake



Walleye Ice Cream



Chocolate Chip French Fries



Anything from the Deli Express booth




Please consult with your physician before consuming anything at the Minnesota State Fair.