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OC Fair 2016 Food Preview: Deep Fried Goodness
The 2016 OC Fair, themed “Get Your Fair Face On!”, and while we love the rides, carnival games, exhibits and concerts, we all know that we’re really just there for the deep-fried food and food on a stick. Well, maybe that’s a stretch, but food is definitely one of the top draws of the OC Fair. Let’s get a preview of what’s cooking this year!
Farm to Fork Series – A Locally Sourced Food Experience
Costa Mesa offers a number of unique dining experiences, but the recent Farm-to-Fork dinner at OC Fair & Event Center‘s Centennial Farm was truly an event not to be missed. The dinner took place on Saturday, May 14 and featured the culinary skills of chef Cathy Pavlos of Lucca and Provenance in Newport Beach.
The OC Fair In Full Swing in Costa Mesa!
It’s the heart of summertime, and arguably one of the best events of the summer is the Orange County Fair. Ranked as one of the top ten fairs in the country, and the seventh-largest fair in North America, the OC Fair brings over a million visitors to Costa Mesa each July and August to enjoy this iconic Orange County event.
Memorial Day Weekend 2014 in Costa Mesa
Memorial Day is a federal holiday dedicated to remembering the men and women who died during their service in the United States Armed Forces. The holiday was formerly known as Decoration Day and started after the Civil War to commemorate Union and Confederate soldiers.
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OC Fair 2014 Competitions Guide and Entry Deadlines
The annual OC Fair is known for concerts, rides, games, food and live entertainment, but it also has a rich tradition of showcasing local and regional talent in a variety of competitions. From home brewing and culinary categories to livestock, gardening and floral, there are many different OC Fair fixtures that bring out the spirit of competition in Orange County. “Summer Starts Here” at the OC Fair in Costa Mesa, so we’ve put together a simple guide of all the competitions and the deadline dates. If you’re interested in competing in any category, this is the definitive guide for you.
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