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The hidden gem foods Minnesota State Fair staff eat
So there are hundreds of foods to taste at the Minnesota State Fair. And if you’re only heading out to the Great Minnesota Get Together one day, your stomach — and your wallet — can only handle so much. The official new Fair foods…
The best way to get to the Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is the Great Minnesota Get Together, but how do you get two million people to the Fairgrounds? Unless you arrive when gates open or have handicap parking access, I really do not recommend parking on the Fairgrounds. Traffic near the…
10 tips for planning a trip to the Minnesota State Fair
This article contains affiliate links. Give Me The Mike received compensation for sharing some of the websites below. When you look at gross sales per day, you could say the Minnesota State Fair is the biggest restaurant in the world. In 2017, they brought…
Get ready now for the 2019 Minnesota State Fair
The 2018 Minnesota State Fair is done and if you’re in withdrawal like me, there are some ways to gear up for the 2019 Great Minnesota Get Together. I was on KSTP-TV’s Twin Cities Live with ways to keep the State Fair in your…
Know where new phone charging stations are at the 2018 Minnesota State Fair
I was on KSTP-TV’s Twin Cities Live to share details about where you can charge your cell phone while at the Minnesota State Fair. I also let you know where the best spots are for taking a photo while you’re here. A list of…
The 27 new craft beers and beverages at the 2018 Minnesota State Fair
In addition to the 27 “official” new foods making their debut at the 2018 Minnesota State Fair, (see the full list and my reviews here) there are 27 new beverages you will find around the Fairgrounds. Related: click here to find the cheapest beer…
An ongoing review of new Minnesota State Fair foods for 2018
Get ready for deep-fried cauliflower and deep-fried pepperoni chips.
The top 10 Minnesota State Fair foods going into 2018
Read my review of foods making their debut at the 2018 Minnesota State Fair by clicking here. A full guide to exploring the Great Minnesota Get Together is also on my website. And if you agree or want to make a case for a…
5 foods and drinks to keep you cool at the Minnesota State Fair
If you’re looking to cool down on a hot day at the Minnesota State Fair, check out my top five foods and drinks to get! Mint milkshake What: a refreshing change to fried food Where: Gopher Dairy Bar (attached to the Cattle Barn) on…
The hidden grocery store at the Minnesota State Fair
Need a couple aspirin after a Midway ride or did the deep-fried candy bar give you some heartburn? There’s a place on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds that can help. Welcome to Steichen’s Grocery Store and Deli. It’s really hidden. If you’re at the All…