With the upcoming Battle for the Blue Ribbons Creative Arts cooking contest held at the State fair of Texas later this month, we hope that...
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Savory and Sweet: Check out these Lovely Blue Ribbon-Winning Recipes!
This Valentine's Day, why not create a whole meal for those you love? Our 2023 Creative Arts blue ribbon-winning home chefs have a few...
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Ending the Year with Holiday Recipes
The holiday season is upon us, which means more opportunities to show off and practice those cooking skills! Whether you have family coming...
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Big Tex Staff Spotlight
Marvin Wilder has been described by his coworkers as the man who does it all and does not overlook the small details. While Marvin...
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Big Tex’s Top 5 Must-Do’s for Little Lone Stars at the State Fair of Texas
If you're a parent with a Little Lone Star, you're in for a rootin' tootin' good time at the State Fair of Texas. And who better to guide...
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Big Tex Staff Spotlight
Jess SoteroOperations Coordinator Jess wears many cowboy hats; being the operations coordinator, a mom to two boys, and a master cake...
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Kick-off the summertime treats!
Indulge your taste buds with an explosion of summer flavors! Discover a collection of recipes crafted by Creative Arts ribbon-winning home...
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State Fair of Texas Unveils 2023 Commemorative Theme Art, “Explore the Midway”
For 137 years, one area of the fairgrounds has remained the playground for folks of all ages at the annual State Fair of Texas:...
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Big Tex Staff Spotlight
Lea WrightAccounting Coordinator Lea is in her fourth year as Accounting Coordinator; however, the Fair is familiar to her, as she...
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Best Tips for Date Night at the State Fair of Texas
Love is in the F(air), y'all, so grab your partner and spend date night at the State Fair of Texas! Here are our best tips and a guided...
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