Many people tend to associate deep-fried food with American culture. Take state fairs, for example, what would they be without deep-fried Twinkies, or a greasy funnel cake doused in powdered sugar?

The cooking world is riddled with debates and disagreements, but there is one universal truth that unites us all: Fried food is delicious. This undeniable fact, however, has spurred a debate about ...

Deep frying is a culinary technique that dates back centuries and spans many cultures across the globe. While we often associate deep-fried food with modern fast food—like fried chicken and french ...

Deep-fried food deserves its own altar in the pantheon of comfort foods. When done just right, it’s got it all: A satisfying crunch that gives way to tender, flavorful goodness within. It might not be ...

Most people know that when it comes to frying things, state fairs are like international waters – they fall under no jurisdiction that can tell them what they can or can’t fry. Freed of such statutes ...

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — With the return of the Minnesota State Fair, many of our favorite classics are back. From Pronto Pups to deep-fried Oreos, there's plenty of old favorites to try – and plenty ...

Inspiration usually strikes Charlie Burrows in the middle of the night. The proprietor of LuLu’s Public House can’t sleep when his brain starts coming up with new foods for the Minnesota State Fair.