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I ate my way across the OC Fair. Here are the top 3 treats you’ll want to try
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Sammy Marvin , LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 20, 2026
· 4 min read
As a Dr. Pepper lover, I knew I had to try Chicken Charlie's — not new — but strange creation: Pickle Dr. Pepper. (Joshua Letona / LAist) Picture a gigantic, greasy, fried tiramisu. Layers of cream, espresso and lady fingers are deep fried in a thick, sweet batter before being sprinkled with coco...
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Key takeaway Pepper lover, I knew I had to try Chicken Charlie's — not new — but strange creation: Pickle Dr.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The Orange County Fair's creative food offerings are a major draw for attendees, and this year's lineup is no exception. While the fair itself is a significant event for Orange County, its impact is also felt in neighboring Los Angeles County, where many residents likely make the short trip to indulge in the unique culinary creations. The presence of vendors like Chicken Charlie's, a 30-year fair staple, and Mom's Bakeshoppe, which brought its popular Croffle from South Korea, highlights the fair's ability to showcase a diverse range of flavors and cuisines. As the fair continues to run through August 16, Los Angeles County residents can expect to see plenty of social media posts and reviews from friends and family who have made the trip, potentially enticing even more people to visit and sample the fair's famous foods.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? As a Dr. Pepper lover, I knew I had to try Chicken Charlie's — not new — but strange creation: Pickle Dr. Pepper. (Joshua Letona / LAist) Picture a gigantic, greasy, fried tiramisu. Layers of cream, espresso and lady fingers are deep fried in a thick, sweet batter before being sprinkled with coco...
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