Well folks, we have officially entered county fair season. How do I know? It’s sticky. Humid. Gross. Growing up, this was the indicator for rodeos, 4-H food stands, and ferris wheels. But, let’s get real; the real excitement lies in the food.
Iowans can smell a good pulled pork sandwich from a mile away. Give ‘em a side of slaw and a homemade brownie (a la mode), and there’s dinner. Now, this may be okay for a picnic or potluck. However, have you ever tried to walk and eat a pulled pork sandwich? Mighty difficult.
Introducing…
Food on a stick. And not just any food… EVERY food. Here are a few that are featured at the Iowa State Fair.
- Chicken club on-a-stick
- Chocolate covered peanut butter round on-a-stick
- German sausage on-a-stick
- Corn on the cob on-a-stick
- Deep fried hoho on-a-stick
- Deep fried hot dog on-a-stick
- Salad on-a-stick
- Hard-boiled egg on-a-stick
- Meatballs on-a-stick
- Deep fried Snickers on-a-stick
I wish this list was made up, but it’s more real than ever. I’m not sure it’s ever necessary to eat a deep fried hoho. So does putting it on a stick justify it? I would also like to meet the person who invented salad on-a-stick. What a genius.
Call me old-fashion, but I like my food on a plate. Even a napkin or paper towel is sufficient. Sticks are strictly for corn dogs, kabobs, and popsicles. Period.
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