Calling all foodies: Creative Living is hungry for entries! Whether you’re an ace of cakes or a marmalade master, there’s a chance for you to rule the kitchen at the Florida State Fair. Youth and adult competitors can show off their culinary skills for prizes and bragging rights.

2023 Handbooks with rules and important information are now available. Scroll to the down this page for the handbooks. Consult each handbook for entry application & delivery deadlines.

The Baking Contest for Adults & Youth will be on Saturday, February 18^th, 2023 and located in the Special Events Center.

Entry Delivery Dates for Adult and Youth Preserved Foods have changed to earlier in January.

For questions or concerns, contact Brenda Gregory, the Competitive Exhibits Coordinator at  (813) 734-2810 or brenda.gregory@floridastatefair.com.

Watch us interview long time culinary competitor, Cindy Green, below!

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