DES MOINES, IA (08/04/2017) (readMedia)-- The Iowa State Fair hosts the largest food department of any state fair and continues to grow with 30 new food contests this year- Nothing Compares to State Fair Thrills and food August 10-20, 2017.

Several notable contests will be making an appearance at this year's Fair including Spice it Up with Pampered Chef, 75th Anniversary Dessert, Hello Sally Lunn and a healthy contest in Healthy Creations a Variety of Veggies.

DES MOINES, IA (08/01/2017) (readMedia)-- Six wines made from Iowa-grown grapes won Double Gold awards in the Iowa State Fair Commercial Wine competition judged prior to the start of the 2017 Fair.

The Machine Shed is featuring a new sweet treat at the Mississippi Valley State Fair this year - Maple Frosted Candied Bacon Donuts. The donuts are drizzled with a maple glaze and bacon pieces.
The Machine Shed will be at the fair – located off of West Locust in Davenport. The fair runs from August 1st to the 6th.

The Machine Shed is excited to announce that their new menu is now available. The new menu reflects its dedication to the American Farmer, with a modern twist. There are great new appetizers ranging from Farm Fresh Spinach Artichoke Dip and Roasted Cauliflower, to amazing new entrees like the mouthwatering aged to perfection T-Bone steak and fresh pan-seared or cedar plank Salmon. There are so many delicious options, you are sure to find your new favorite at The Shed!