Announcing the Winners of the 2025 Food Frenzy Competition Presented by First Western Bank
Minot, ND – July 19, 2025 – The North Dakota State Fair is excited to announce the winners of the 2025 Food Frenzy Competition, proudly sponsored by First Western Bank. Held yesterday, Friday, July 18, the contest highlighted some of the Fair’s most flavorful, inventive, and crowd-pleasing dishes. Judged by a panel of food enthusiasts and public voters, the competition featured dozens of entries across three categories. This year’s winners delivered both creativity and deliciousness, truly capturing the spirit of fair food.
Lavish Libation
- Winner: Top Concessions’ “Sunset Swirl” is a Creamy pineapple float with strawberry and a splash of cream.
- Runner-Up: Meg-a-Latte’s “Firecracker Lemonade” is an Explosive strawberry lemonade with a bold citrusy twist.
Sugary Sensation
- Winner: The Funky Flamingo’s Caramel Chocolate Bacon Dipped Cheesecake
- Runner-Up: Amish Annie’s donuts, Cotton Candy Crunch, Soft Serve Ice Cream
Tasty Temptation
- Winner: Little Blue Elephant “What the Hack Roll” sushi with Snow crab, cream cheese, shrimp tempura, deep fried.
- Runner-Up: Sue’s Concessions – All About Bacon “Yard Dog” is a delicious bacon-wrapped chicken on a stick on a bun!
These standout dishes were selected based on flavor, creativity, presentation, and overall appeal. Fairgoers are encouraged to sample the winning entries and explore dozens of other delicious options throughout the fairgrounds. For a full list of featured vendors, visit ndstatefair.com/food-frenzy, and use the Food Finder tool at ndstatefair.com/food-finder to help navigate your culinary adventure.
About North Dakota State Fair
The North Dakota State Fair, held annually in Minot, North Dakota, has been a cherished tradition and the state’s premier event since its official recognition 60 years ago. With a diverse range of activities, exhibits, and entertainment, the Fair is the largest annual event in North Dakota, drawing over 300,000 visitors each year. For more information, visit ndstatefair.com.
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