We have some great views here at the Fair. Here are a couple photos of them from the last few days. The first person to correctly tell us where these photos were taken will win two tickets to the fair! Please be as specific as possible. Hints: None are taken from the Sky Ride and…
The Next Top Chef in Training
When I think of kids cooking, my mind wanders back to my childhood days when I’d play with my Easy-Bake Oven. This cooking competition is a bit more advanced then that. Last night, 22 youngsters from 5-18 years showed off their baking skills at the Farmhouse Kitchen in FairView Farms in the Favorite Cookie competition.…
Perennial Pleasers the Pig Races are Back!
And they’re off! The Fair is known each year for its live thoroughbred horse racing (started today!), but did you know they aren’t the only racing animals? Each year a pack of pint-sized porkers races round a mini rack to see who will be top hog. Well, the Barnyard Racers are back again… and this…
Fair Food Friday
The Fair is known for its many unique and delicious combinations of food. But when we walked by the sign with the giant chocolate dipped pickle, we were more than intrigued. The great guys over at the ice cream and dessert stand over by Surrounded by Science gave us a taste. The verdict: interesting for…
Cook Like a Master Chef
Can you smell the garlic? If you’ve been in the Wine and Spirits Marketplace during a cooking demo, you probably have. Every Thursday, the Marketplace hosts Chef Henry Gonzalez of Spaggi’s Restaurant who will teach you how to cook like a pro. Today Chef Henry taught an eager and hungry crowd how to make a…
Your Face Here: Face-in-Hole Photo Competition
Hi Fair friends! We are launching a contest this week for two free tickets to the Fair. Simply send us your face (or your family or friends’ faces) in one of our many face-in-hole photo opp stations throughout the park. You can be a shark, pirate, corn–whatever you like! Just send us your ONE photo…
Cheesecake Competition – How Do You Pick a Winner?
Didn’t envy the judges at the Cheesecake competition yesterday. Well, I did in that they got to taste all the entries. But I didn’t because all the cheesecakes looked so yummy, how could they choose a winner? Well, they did. Two categories – savory and sweet. The winners are: Sweet: First place – Arleen Taylor…
Senior Ballroom Dancers Show Age is Just a Number
Senior citizens cut the rug today at the Senior Ballroom Dance competition. One of my favorite events at the Fair, the competition is open to couples ages 55 and older. Some of the contestants were well into their 80s – they showed those young’ens how things are done. Check out the video on our Facebook…
Tasty Goodness on Wheels
In case you didn’t know, we’ve got food trucks every day here at the Fair! Aside from our traditional treats, fair guests can nosh on food from some of the area’s best gourmet road warriors. There’s also a Food Truck Festival happening this Sunday, Sept. 11. Cupcakes, waffles, crepes, tempura, BBQ, nachos–you name it, we’re…
Top Ten Ways to Give Back at the Fair
Southern Californians are a charitable bunch. So we thought we’d direct your attention to some simple ways to help your community while also having fun at the Fair. 10. Make a Wish: Toss in your spare change and make a wish at the pond outside the Flower & Garden Pavilion. All change will be are…
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