Texas State Fair reveals over-the-top food finalists

DALLAS, Texas (KTRK) -- The final countdown to who will win one of the most coveted titles in all of Texas begins.

Ten finalists will be competing for the titles of "Best Taste - Sweet", "Best Taste - Savory", and "Most Creative" in the Big Tex Choice Awards competition.

Sweet Finalists

• Arroz con Leche
• Cotton Candy Taco
• Fernie's Orange You Glad We Fried It?!
• State Fair Fun-L Cake Ice Cream
• Sweet Bakin' Bacon

Savory Finalists

• Deep Fried Shepherd's Pie
• Deep Fried Skillet Potato Melt in a Boat
• Fernie's Hoppin' John Cake with Jackpot Sauce
• Texas Fried Hill Country
• Texas Twang-kie

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The big event is coming up on Sunday, Aug. 26 in the historic Tower Building at Fair Park in Dallas.

You can buy your tickets here.