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Amish Doughnuts

Vendor: Peachy’s Baking Co. Location: West Independent, Kiddie Korral (East Independent)

Sarasota-based Peachy’s Baking Co. makes a splash each year with their famous Amish doughnut. Whether glazed original, coconut cream, or the Sweetheart- a Peachy’s original donut, drizzled with chocolate, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. You will find at least three of Peachy’s iconic teal trucks on the Festival grounds.

Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese

Vendor: Piggy Palace BBQ

Location: Southwest of Arthur Boring Building

So, what’s better than ooey gooey mac and cheese?

Top it with Pulled Pork and BBQ sauce! This is not a dish to be shared—because you’ll want the serving for yourself! Order one and say hey to Mrs. Tami!

Vinegar French Fries

Vendor: Fiske Fries

Location: South of Carriage House

Fresh-peeled, fresh-cut, Fiske Fries remains unchanged for 80 years. These French fries are never frozen and Fiske Fries owner Jerry Price said in an interview with ABC News the most popular way to eat them is with a little vinegar and salt. Year after year, Festival goers go nuts for the hot fries.

Smitty’s Original Hand-Dipped Buttermilk Corndogs are one of the many reasons to get excited about the Florida Strawberry Festival. With two stands on the festival grounds, these are said to be the best corn dogs at the Festival- don’t leave without one.

Island Noodles

Vendor: Island Noodles

Location: West of Wish Farms Soundstage

Island Noodles is back with their wok-fired Soba noodles. It’s a simple meal served in take-out containers, consisting of Soba noodles, a variety of 21 vegetables and a proprietary sauce. Order with chicken for extra protein and top with Sriracha to spice things up. Don’t forget the chopsticks!