Ep 13. Fairground Showdown

In Carnival Eats season 8 episode 13 titled Fairground Showdown, host Noah Cappe travels to the Georgia National Fair in Perry, Georgia, where he experiences some of the best fair food the state has to offer. The episode features several fierce culinary competitions between vendors vying for the top prize at the fair, as well as a sneak peek at some new and inventive treats that are sure to satisfy even the most adventurous taste buds.

One of the standout competitions of the episode is the "Fried and True Challenge", in which vendors are challenged to create innovative and delicious deep-fried dishes. Noah stops by several booths to sample the offerings, including a fried green tomato and pimento cheese sandwich, a deep-fried Twinkie filled with bacon jam, and a whimsical spin on a classic fair treat, a deep-fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich on a stick.

Another highlight of the episode is the "Battle of the Biscuits", in which vendors compete to see who can serve up the best biscuit-based dishes. Noah visits several booths to try out the creative menu items on offer, including a biscuit-based breakfast sandwich with eggs, cheese, and a homemade chili jam, a savory biscuit topped with bacon, ham, and gravy, and a sweet biscuit topped with whipped cream and strawberries.

No episode of Carnival Eats would be complete without some over-the-top sweets, and Fairground Showdown doesn't disappoint in this department. One of the most unique desserts featured in the episode is a deep-fried pumpkin donut filled with pumpkin custard and topped with caramel icing and crushed graham crackers. Noah also tries out a classic fair treat with a twist, a deep-fried apple fritter topped with caramel sauce and bacon bits.

Throughout the episode, Noah also takes viewers behind the scenes to see what goes into preparing and serving up some of the most popular fair foods, including funnel cakes and corn dogs. He also interviews several vendors and fairgoers to get their take on the food and atmosphere of the Georgia National Fair.

Overall, Fairground Showdown is a must-watch episode for fans of fair food and culinary competitions. With its creative and delicious offerings and lively atmosphere, it's sure to leave viewers craving a taste of the fair.