Written by Mr. Fab
One of the Midway’s most iconic foods is undeniably the corn dog.
Now, after a rigorous afternoon of celebrity judging, the scores are in and one batter ladened dog has taken first place in the Take A Bite Out Of The Midway; Best Corn Dog competition.
See also
- 25 sweet treats you can eat at this year's Stampede (PHOTOS)
- 7 healthier eats to enjoy at the Calgary Stampede
- Celebrity judges name the best new Midway food at the 2017 Stampede
Before we get to the winner, here is a look at some of the footlong run ups.
Maple Bacon Corn Dog
Image: Ryan Massel
Thick cut bacon is blended into batter, deep fried and served with a side of Canadian maple syrup. Lumberjacks would approve!
Where: Corn Dogs for Fun
Cost: $6
Spicy Jalapeño Corn Dog
Image: Ryan Massel
If you love spicy then you’ll love the fresh cut jalapeños which are blended right into the corn dog batter.
Where: Corn Dogs for Fun
Cost: $6
Biggest Corn Dog on a Stick
Image: Ryan Massel
The Stampede’s largest classic Corn Dog measuring in at over 18 inches in length. You’ll have to start side saddle to eat this one.
Where: Chicken on a Stick
Cost: $15
Ruban Dog
Image: Ryan Massel
This juicy corn beef wiener is wrapped in Swiss cheese, battered and deep fried to a toasty perfection and served with a zippy horseradish cream sauce.
Where: Wiggle Chips
Cost: $8
Spolumbo’s Chicken Apple Sausage Corn Dog
Image: Ryan Massel
Using famous Italian artisan sausage from the iconic Spolumbo’s Deli, this corn dog is a meaty alternative and a unique twist on the usual.
Where: Chicky’s Chicken
Cost: $9
… And the 2017 Calgary Stampede’s Take A Bite Out Of The Midway, Best Corn Dog is:
Canadian Bacon Pickle Balls
Image: Ryan Massel
Served on a stick, these circular competitors contain a slice of giant pickle which is cored and stuffed with a hotdog. It’s then wrapped in bacon, dipped and deep fried and served as a pair.
Where: Big Coco’s
Cost: 2 for $9
The Calgary Stampede will continue serving up these delicious corn dogs Sunday, July 16.
See also
- 25 sweet treats you can eat at this year's Stampede (PHOTOS)
- 7 healthier eats to enjoy at the Calgary Stampede
- Celebrity judges name the best new Midway food at the 2017 Stampede
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