Yup, you read that right…and somewhat bitter sweet. We were offered up the opportunity to visit the CNE last weekend to check out the annual fair, but also their extensive crazy food options. Better yet, Dairy Farmers of Ontario let us in on their secret menu in collaboration with these 9 food vendors, but shockingly… one of them served us under cooked fried chicken. Okay, not just under cooked, but like what looked like battered and fried raw chicken cutlets. We’ve never seen anything like it…
At first, we thought it might just be us, but when we turned back to the counter to report it, there were 2 others there to complain about the same thing. Low and behold, @6buzzTV caught wind of it, and shared a post from another user that managed to snap a pic of the raw fried chicken sandwich, and we would be remised if we didn’t share that with you too.
Don’t let the one off deter you from trying any of these other incredible secret menu options, because you’d be missing out.
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Can’t find the respect food areas like the CNE food building, midway or food truck area on arrival? Check out this map of the grounds.
Found over by the BMO field, and home to the best washrooms on the grounds, FYI.
Skoreo Cheesecake Chimney Cone from Eva’s Original Chimneys
It tastes just as good as it sounds. How can you go wrong with cheesecake + skor + oreos inside a warm Eva’s Original Chimney cones. You can’t.
Mango Dragon Fruit Twist from Yogen Früz
Calling all our lactose intolerant friends. No need to sacrifice anything with Dole, it’s lactose free (and vegan). As you can see from this next video, Dole Whip is all the rage (and you may remember it from your last trip to Disney).
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@mjeaaaats We went to CNE last night and wow we had fun. The prices have gone up and there were long lines! Our fav thing was definitely the dole whip! #cne #cne2022 #cnefood2022 #toronto #torontofood #torontofoodie #torontofoodspots #carnival #torontotiktok #letsgototheex #canadiannationalexhibition #torontothingstodo #torontoeats ♬ Super Freaky Girl – Nicki Minaj
Peach Mango “Spice Cream” CRUNCH from Caf-Eh T.O.
Made with local Ontario dairy, this exclusive secret menu topping from Caf-Eh T.O. in the food building is worth the hunt. The sliced mango puree will add to the sweetness – but this secret addition of crushed dry chilli peppers will add fire AND crunch to this already unique menu item. You won’t want to miss out on trying this!
Root Beer Whiskey BBQ Fried Chicken Sandwich from Fried Chicken Sandwiches (Beware)
We must admit, our first bites were incredibly delicious… we had everyone from the group salivating for a bite, until we realized it was raw at the core. Don’t believe us, take a look at that photo up above reposted by @6BuzzTV. No doubt this was likely just an oversight and not all (because our remake was perfectly cooked)… but clearly it wasn’t a one off. Just be careful!
Luckily, none of us ended up with food poisoning, so the CNE gods were watching out for us that night. 🙂
The Cinnabon Swirler from Dolce Inc.
A Cheesecake Factory Cinnabon Cheesecake Sundae with frozen custard made with local Ontario Dairy featuring, hot caramel and Nutella chocolate drizzle topped with fresh whipped cream.
Churro Wrapped Deep Fried Pickle from CORNehCOPIA
Prepare for the lines ups… CORNehCOPIA always has a wait…which speaks volumes at the CNE. This one is a hit — the most unique mix of salty and sweet you can find in the form of a pickle wrapped in a churro and deep fried.
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Chicken88 from 6spicerack
Indian and Chinese flavours fused into this dish, tossed in a homemade Hakka sauce with garlic aioli and green onion.
TOT’so NYC Chopped Cheesy from Get Your Own Taters Food Truck
You had us at taters… but this is a take on the NYC chopped cheese sandwich, featuring melted cheese, ground beef, grilled onions, lettuce, diced tomatoes and pickled chilis atop tater tots. Insert drool emoji here…lol.
Brownie Cheesecake & Cinnamon Bun Beavertails
Both mouthwateringly good. One with a cheesecake base topped with brownie, white chocolate bits and chocolate drizzle; the other, combining cinnamon sugar with vanilla icing. Both equally delicious, and made with Ontario dairy.
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If you get a chance to try any or all of these secret menu options, tag us for a chance to be featured and use #DFOxCNEsecretmenu, and brought to you by @ontariodairy.
Editor's note: Tasters included Steven Branco, Francis Chang, Nicholas Merzetti, Angela Lee, Sharad Mohan and Jenny Shin. CNE tickets and food vouchers gifted by Dairy Farmers of Ontario.