From glittering teas to supersized snacks, this year’s midway eats are all about playful twists on the classics. Sam’s Grill is serving up a Maki Sushi Corn Dog and an outrageous 2-foot Hot Dog, while Legend Dairy brings the sweetness with a Butter Tart Funnel Cake. Add in Yogen Früz’s sparkling Glitter Tea and Bacon Nation’s over-the-top UFO Burger. Together, these treats prove that at the CNE, the food is every bit as much of a spectacle as the fair itself.
Maki Sushi Corn Dog – Sam’s Grill
The Maki Sushi Corn Dog from Sam’s Grill is a playful mash-up of East meets West. A sushi roll wrapped in seaweed and rice gets skewered, dipped in thick cornmeal batter, and deep-fried to golden crunch. Finished with spicy mayo and soy glaze, it’s more about the bold crunch and novelty than delicate sushi flavours—a fun fairground bite for the adventurous.
2-Ft Hot Dog – Sam’s Grill
The 2-ft Hot Dog from Sam’s Grill is an outrageously indulgent twist on a classic favorite—an impressively long frank stuffed into a split bun and piled high with savory toppings. Every bite is a meat-and-bun marathon, bold in flavor and size alike. It’s less of a snack and more of a culinary dare, perfect for fans of novelty eats or anyone eager to tackle a playful, supersized comfort-food challenge.
Butter Tart Funnel Cake – Legend Dairy
The Butter Tart Funnel Cake from Legend Dairy is a decadent mash-up of two Canadian icons. A crispy, golden funnel cake forms the base, then it’s drizzled with rich caramel and topped with the gooey, buttery sweetness of a classic butter tart filling. The result is a dessert that’s both nostalgic and over-the-top, blending the carnival crunch of funnel cake with the indulgent richness of butter tarts for a truly unforgettable fairground treat.
The Glitter Tea – Yogen Früz 
The Glitter Tea from Yogen Früz is a dazzling twist on a fruit tea, blending refreshing flavours with a sparkling, eye-catching shimmer. Infused with vibrant fruit notes and food-safe edible glitter, it glows with every sip—making it as fun to look at as it is to drink. Light, fruity, and playful, it’s the kind of treat that turns an everyday tea into a little moment of magic.
UFO Burger – Bacon Nation
The UFO Burger from Bacon Nation is an out-of-this-world creation—two juicy beef patties with melted cheese, crispy bacon, caramelized onions, and secret sauce, all tucked into a soft brioche bun for a bold, over-the-top bite.
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