Food vendors

New owners of longtime food vendor are well-known to the Fair

By Travis Mounts TSnews

One longtime food vendor has been sold to another longtime food vendor, and customers likely won’t notice any changes.

M&M Concessions and owners Mike and Melanie Ossman have for years been serving up roasted corn and cherry limeades to long lines of people at the Sedgwick County Fair.

They are now owners of Aussie Cakes, the bright orange food trailer with funnel cakes, onion blossoms and Navajo tacos.

For the Ossmans, the Sedgwick County Fair is a longtime tradition. They have been coming to the Fair for about 25 years.

“Mike and I can’t remember the first year we did it,” Melanie said.

Mike’s father bought the corn roaster in 1996 to supplement his retirement income. Mike and Melanie took over the business in 2010.

The Ossmans and Aussie Cakes’ previ-

Mike and Melanie Ossman, owners of M&M Concessions (above) are now the owners of Aussie Cakes, pictured at left. ous owners, Buster and Cheryl Johnson, have been talking about the sale for some time. The deal was completed in December.

“It’s going to be the same trailer that was there,” Mike said. “We’ll keep things exactly the same.”

Melanie said that the cherry limeades the M&M Concessions are known for will now be available at Aussie Cakes, too.

“Those things go faster more than anything. It’s the exact same recipe my dad came up with 25 years ago,” Mike said.

The Johnsons will continue helping out during the Fair, as well. The Sedgwick County Fair will be the first event with the Ossmans as the new owners. It has been an amicable deal, and one that will allow the Johnsons to move into retirement.

The Ossmans are excited to expand their relationship with the Fair, and say they have a great relationship with the Fair.

“We always look forward to going to the Sedgwick County Fair,” Mike said.

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Returning food favorites

Cheney United Methodist Church

The other of the Fair’s two original food booths at the Fair. The Methodists are known for their chicken and noodles, or you can have a taco salad and homemade pie. They also offer breakfast items.

D’Mario’s Pizza

A favorite in Cheney all year, D’Mario’s is a favorite during the Sedgwick County Fair, as well. Grab a slice as you make your way across the fairgrounds.

D&J Pronto Pup

You don’t have to wait for the Kansas State Fair for this favorite. Get yours today, and remember – a Pronto Pup is NOT a corn dog!

Delano 4-H Club

Another longtime favorite at the Fair, this booth features Sno-cones from the 4-H kids who hail from the original west Wichita – the former town called Delano.

M&M Concessions

It’s just not summer without an ear of corn in your hand from the Ossmans. In addition to roasted corn, enjoy handmade limeades and lemonades.

Aussie Cakes

Nothing screams “county fair” like a funnel cake topped with any number of toppings, or you can be a traditionalist and just go with powdered sugar. Have an Onion Blossom, or try their Navajo tacos.

Squat & Gobble

Barbeque treats – including turkey legs big enough to feed two – are what you’ll find here. Squat & Gobble has become a fan favorite over the years.

Western Sedgwick County Saddle Club

WSCA will be serving up eats and drinks, including hamburgers and hot dogs, during Thursday night’s Ranch Rodeo and on Friday and Saturday during the Demolition Derby events. Concession stands are located in the northwest corner of the Fairgrounds Arena.

Kandy’s Koffee

You can get a hot cup of java if you like, but there’s so much more available, including fruit smoothies that are perfect on a hot summer day, plus brewed and fruit teas, and hot and cold chai.

Wok Hei Noodle House

Stir fry fresh vegetables with noodles or rice, topped off with their own finishing sauce. The marinated chicken breast is a specialty. They proved to be a great new addition to the Fair in 2019.

Ken N Barbie’z Rollin Diner

This food truck has been a regular in several area communities. Their regular menu includes burgers, a Philly cheesesteak, fajita fries, and other great entrees and side dishes. You can find them on Facebook.

New vendors

Cousin Hector’s

This Wichita-based food truck is debuting at the 2022 Sedgwick County Fair. The menu includes taquitos en vaso, quesadilla burgers, Chicano fries and chicken-n-waffle fries, and pork belly tortas.

Original Big Lemon

You can’t miss the Original Big Lemon, the drink stand that looks exactly like, well, a big lemon. They have become a regular at festival and community events across south-central Kansas.

Battered and Fried

Another food truck from Wichita, Battered and Fried’s menu includes chicken strips, Cajun fried pickles, fish and chips, and fried okra.

Have fun at the Sedgwick County Fair!