DES MOINES, IA (08/23/2010)(readMedia)-- Bettendorf's Norita Solt took top honors in The Flying Mangos contest judged Saturday at the 2010 Iowa State Fair. Solt's Mango Mojo-Grillled Shrimp Wrap earned first place and a $100 gift certificate to The Flying Mango restaurant in Des Moines.
Second place was awarded to Diane Rauh, and Rebbecca Howe took second. Both competitors are from Des Moines.
Entries were judged on use of mangos, appearance, taste and adaptability to a restaurant menu.
The Iowa State Fair Food Department is the largest of any state fair in the country. Food Department judging is held in the recently-renovated Elwell Family Food Center sponsored by Blue Bunny.
