Wild New CNE Foods This 2024
Hungry for something new? Want to try out new crazy foods?! The CNE 2024 has an epic lineup of new food vendors that are bringing the heat—and the sweet!
This year’s new arrivals are shaking up the foodie scene with bold flavors, creative eats, and Instagram-worthy treats that you’ll be dreaming about long after the fair is over.
Whether you’re here for a snack attack or a full-on feast, these vendors are dishing out the kind of deliciousness you’ll want to tell all your friends about.
Eat your way through the CNE like never before. Here’s a sneak peek at some of the exciting new food this summer:
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New CNE Foods 2024
1. Hot & Honey Krispy Kreme Chicken Sandwich
Get ready for a flavor party in your mouth with Wing Kxng’s CNE special! Picture this: crispy fried chicken dripping in hot honey glaze, all hugged by two soft, sweet Krispy Kreme doughnuts. It’s the ultimate mashup of spicy and sweet that’s as wild as it sounds—and trust us, you’ll want a bite.
2. Korean Fried Chicken
Craving a crunch that packs a punch? 6 Spice Rack’s Korean Fried Chicken is where bold flavors and crispy perfection meet. This KFC is the real deal, bringing you all the crunch and flavor you didn’t know you needed. This food truck is your go-to for chicken that’s juicy on the inside, with a seriously crispy, golden outside. Trust us, this isn’t just fried chicken—it’s an experience.
3. Crème Brûlée Chimney Cone
Offered via Eva’s Original Chimneys, For a decadent dessert, you need to check out Eva’s Crème Brûlée Chimney Cone. This sweet treat features a rich custard base encased in a hand-rolled Hungarian pastry cone, topped with a caramelized sugar layer. It’s a delightful twist on a classic dessert.
4. Tut’s Egyptian Street Food: Tut’s Plus
New to the scene, Tut’s Egyptian Street Food offers a variety of sandwiches including grilled chicken, fried chicken, beef sausage, and falafel, all served with fries and a flavorful Dukkah spice blend. It’s a street food feast that’s sure to satisfy.
5. Deep Fried Pickle Oreos
Get ready for a bold new snack: Sam’s Grill‘s Deep Fried Pickle Oreos. This unconventional pairing of sweet and tangy is deep-fried to crispy perfection, creating a unique taste experience that’s both intriguing and delicious.
6. Avocado Coconut Ice Cream
Cool down with Soo Cute’s Avocado Coconut Ice Cream. This tropical treat features creamy avocado ice cream topped with coconut shavings and served in a coconut bowl, offering a refreshing and exotic twist on traditional ice cream.
7. Uni-corn
Brighten your day with Freshly Roasted’s Uni-corn—roasted corn covered in vibrant rainbow-coloured queso. It’s a visually stunning and tasty option that’s perfect for both snacking and snapping a photo.
8. Footlong Deep Fried Mozzarella Stick
Indulge in a colossal mozzarella stick from Pizza Pizza. This giant cheese stick is deep-fried and served in a hoagie bun, topped with a variety of delicious extras. It’s a cheesy, gooey treat that’s ideal for sharing—or keeping all to yourself!
9. Twisted Pickles: The Twisted Pickle
Twisted Pickles introduces a fun twist on a classic snack with their spiral-cut dill pickle, deep-fried until crispy and coated with either Flamin’ Cheetos or homemade Dilly Ranch sauce with crushed dill chips. It’s a flavorful, crunchy bite that’s sure to excite.
10. Deep Fried Butter Chicken Lasagna
Experience comfort food reimagined with Deep Fried Butter Chicken Lasagna by Rick’s Good Eats Food Truck. This dish layers creamy butter chicken in a crispy, deep-fried lasagna, offering a hearty and indulgent twist on a beloved classic.
11. Fruity Cereal Chicken Tenders
Lucky Chicken combines breakfast and lunch with Fruity Cereal Chicken Tenders. Coated in colourful fruity cereal, these tenders provide a playful and flavorful twist on a traditional favourite. You can find them in the food building, Booth 725.
12. Tzatziki Cheesecake
Debuting only at THE CNE this year: For a unique dessert, try Greekery Bakeshop’s Tzatziki Cheesecake. This New York-style cheesecake is topped with tangy tzatziki buttercream and pita chips, offering a delicious blend of creamy and crunchy. It’s sweet and savoury at the same time.
13. Los Vietnamita: SpICE-CREAM Chorizo Fries
Los Vietnamita Food Truck presents a fusion of Vietnamese and Latin flavors with their Banh Mi Tacos. Choose between Saigon Fried Chicken or Crispy Fish for a tasty, inventive twist on traditional tacos.
Here’s their CNE SPECIAL: SpICE-CREAM Chorizo Fries Supreme. Freshly cut, seasoned fries loaded with cheese sauce, chorizo sausage, vanilla ice cream, chipotle honey butter, pico de gallo, and crispy jalapeños. You need to give it a try!
14. 15-Inch Diameter Donut
Pancho’s Bakery offers a doughnut-like no other—a 15-inch diameter confection that weighs over 2 pounds. It’s a giant, shareable treat that’s perfect for making a statement and satisfying your sweet tooth.
15. Wasabi Ice Cream
Caf-Eh T.O. brings a spicy kick to dessert with their Wasabi Ice Cream. This bold flavour comes in a charcoal cone, topped with orange sugar pearls and roasted seaweed, making it a unique and adventurous treat.
16. O-Mochi: Sweet or Spicy Mochi Funnel Cake
O-Mochi’s exclusive mochi funnel cake offers a surprise in every bite. Available in either sweet or spicy flavours, this reinvented funnel cake combines classic and modern flavours for a delightful treat.
17. Deep Fried Birria Taco Bomb
Enjoy a bite-sized twist on a favourite with Deep Fried Co’s Deep Fried Birria Taco Bomb. These corn tortilla balls are stuffed with beef and cheese, deep-fried to golden perfection, and served with consommé for dipping.
18. Karaage Soft-Shell Crab on a Stick
Farm to Fryer introduces a crispy, saucy delight with their Karaage Soft-Shell Crab on a Stick. Coated in potato starch and deep-fried, this Japanese-style crab is finished with ketchup, mayonnaise, and hot sauce for an irresistible snack.
Fried Chicken Sandwiches serves up a fun twist on a classic with their Kool-Aid Fried Chicken Sandwich. Deep-fried chicken filet is topped with Kool-Aid-flavored reduction sauce and assorted toppings, creating a unique flavour experience.
19. The Super Fly Noodle
For noodle lovers, The Super Fly Noodle offers extra-large portions of instant noodles with your choice of protein and unlimited toppings. It’s a customizable, slurp-worthy meal that’s sure to satisfy.
20. Giant Samosa
Meet the heavyweight champion of snacks: the Giant Samosa! This impressive 12-inch delight is packed with a hearty filling of potatoes and peas, making it a standout treat. Find them in the food building, Bombay Spice Street, Booth 204.
Vendor: Bombay Spice Street, Food Building
Hungry for More?
The CNE’s new food vendors for 2024 are bringing a diverse array of flavours and creative dishes to the fair. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet, savoury, or downright surprising, there’s something to tantalize every taste bud. The fair runs from August 16 to September 2, 2024, so grab your friends, come with an empty stomach, and get ready to explore this year’s food extravaganza!
What are you most excited to try? Share your must-try picks and let us know which dishes you’re planning to sample!
References:
- https://www.theex.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/CNE-New-Foods-Release-2024_FINAL-4341648.pdf
- https://www.buzzfeed.com/abbyzinman/cne-taste-test-2024
- https://www.blogto.com/eat_drink/2024/08/food-at-cne-2024/
- https://www.foodnetwork.ca/article/we-rank-the-most-outrageous-foods-at-the-2024-cne-from-worst-to-best/
