Eat & Drink

We answered your questions about new Minnesota State Fair foods

Reporters Sharyn Jackson and Joy Summers answered questions during a live Q&A on Wednesday.

By Sharyn Jackson and

Joy Summers

The Minnesota Star Tribune
July 9, 2025 at 7:13PM
Birthday Cake Cookie Dough On-A-Stick from Kora & Mila's Cookie Dough. (Provided by the Minnesota State Fair)

The Minnesota State Fair has released its official list of new state fair foods for 2025, and reporters Sharyn Jackson and Joy Summers answered your questions about it.

This Q&A has ended, but catch up on the answers below.

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about the writers

Sharyn Jackson

Reporter

Sharyn Jackson is a features reporter covering the Twin Cities' vibrant food and drink scene.

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Joy Summers

Food and Drink Reporter

Joy Summers is a St. Paul-based food reporter who has been covering Twin Cities restaurants since 2010. She joined the Minnesota Star Tribune in 2021.

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