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|Side Dishes for the Holidays
As the holiday season is upon us, this festive time calls for parties and gatherings of family and friends. Whether it is a dinner party or...
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|Sweeten Up Any Holiday Gathering with Five Award-Winning Recipes
One of the best parts of the Holiday season is the fun new recipes you can try out! Whether you’re entertaining a lot of guests or just...
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|Big Tex Boot Design Contest Winner, Katie Sauceda
Katie was the winner of our Big Tex Boot Design contest and her unique artwork will be painted on the big guy's boots for the 2019 Fair...
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|Ribbon-Winning Recipes from the State Fair Cookbook: Sides for a Summer Time Cookout
Cookouts are one of the best parts of the summer. In Texas, a cookout can include all kinds of food from traditional hamburgers and hotdogs...
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|Contest Highlights: Dolls, Collections, Scale Models & More!
As the registration deadline quickly approaches (mail in- July 19 or online- August 2), we’re highlighting some of our favorite Arts...
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|Celebrity Chef Host: Sunnye Childers
The State Fair of Texas Celebrity Chef Kitchen is a Fair-fan favorite! Located in the Creative Arts building, the Kitchen hosts popular...
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|Creative Arts Winner: Jill S.
She’s been entering various contests in the Fair’s Creative Arts competition since 1987 and she’s showing no signs of slowing down....
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|Teachers and Professionals Arts & Crafts Contests
Calling all teachers and art professionals! Did you know that Creative Arts has specific categories just for you? While most of the Arts...
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|Share your Holiday Spirit at the Fair!
Howdy folks, Jessie with the Big Tex team here - As a decor hobbyist, this Arts & Crafts contest is one of my all-time favorites....
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