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Food at the CNE is something to be experienced. For the culinary artist in you, there are a variety of cooking demonstrations. If you prefer sampling to cooking, there is an exciting blend of foods from all over the world, not to mention a few tasty treats unique to the Fair.
A CNE Legend is gone...... by Crystal Ransom 
The Perogy Chef, an all too familiar face at the CNE, otherwise referred to by all his family and friends as “Bo” or as I would like to call him “BoBo”, passed away peacefully on November 28th, 2009 with his wife by his side. For the past 24 years the Perogy Chef has been and will continue to be a childhood memory for many who traveled both near and far to attend the CNE every summer for some of his famous perogies. The Perogy Chef has been a celebrity of sorts for many visitors at the CNE. As someone who has had the immense pleasure of working for BoBo over the past several years, I can’t tell you how many times a day I heard the phrases “this perogy booth is the only reason I come to the CNE ”, or “I’ve been eating at this booth since I was a child”, or “I’ve travelled hundreds of miles to come here for these perogies”. He definitely made an impression on people every day of his life. Both his delicious food and his larger than life personality were what made people come back for more. BoBo had a kind, gentle soul, and if you were in his presence he would make you feel as though you were the only one in the room. I know I speak for all his many, many friends at the CNE when I say that those 18 days out of every summer just won’t be the same without seeing his smiling face behind that perogy counter. Every year the Perogy Chef would celebrate his birthday at the CNE by working from the wee hours of the morning ‘till late at night like it was any other day. Regrettably, the summer of 2009 was unlike any other. Hundreds of his fans were disappointed when they realized that the Perogy Chef wasn’t behind the yellow and blue counter greeting people like he had been for the past 24 years. The Perogy Chef was diagnosed with lung cancer in August 2009. The summer of 2010 would have been a big year for BoBo (It was all he could talk about in 2009). On August 29th, 2010, the Perogy Chef would have reached the ripe ol’ age of 65. Oh how BoBo couldn’t wait to receive those pension cheques. Although to BoBo, a much more significant milestone was to come… 2010 would have marked his 25th Anniversary at the CNE! I’m hopeful that his family and friends will carry on his legacy at the CNE. The CNE – Food Building opens its doors on August 20th, 2010 at 10am sharp….so stay tuned. ONE BITE AND WE GOT CHA! In Loving Memory The Perogy Chef – Boris Hirniak August 29, 1945 – November 28, 2009
Let's Get Cooking - Food, Fun & Nutrition Stage presented by the Bay & Frigidaire; 
See, learn and sample complimentary, easy-to-prepare recipes presented by our culinary team that you and your family are sure to enjoy. Our "GREEN" state of the art kitchen stage, provided by Umbrella Cabinetry, features cutting edge design which is manufactured with environmentally friendly and sustainable materials. Also on display are Energy Star appliances from the New Frigidaire Gallery series, available at The Bay. Visit our consumer friendly library beside the stage, where you will be able to pick up recipes, coupons, etc. Taste the Official Dessert of the CNE "Duncan Hines Decadent Carrot Cake" prepared and sampled at each show. Prizes are handed out at each show to selected audience members who are asked to answer some related trivia questions correctly. A distinct feature at the stage is the Let's Make a Meal Prize Wheel...one lucky audience member will be selected to come on up and spin the prize wheel for a guaranteed prize....everytime! Grand Prize...by Frigidaire. Here is a taste of just some of the recipes we will be presenting: For more Black Diamond recipes visit:
Two Fairly Fat Guys to Visit the EX! Let's Get Cooking - Food, Fun & Nutrition Stage 
Norfolk County's Two Fairly Fat Guys The Two Fairly Fat Guys are Norfolk County's Official Food Ambassadors. They love to cook local food. As Ontario's leading grower of apples, strawberries, sweet corn, sweet potatoes, asparagus, cabbage, cucumbers, ginseng, peanuts, pumpkins, green onions and shallots, squash and zucchini, Norfolk County has a lot to provide the Two Fairly Fat Guys for ingredients. Norfolk County is located along Ontario's South Coast, in some of Canada's richest agricultural land, just 90 minutes south of Toronto on Lake Erie. Norfolk County's Two Fairly Fat Guys (Brian Reichheld and Dan Barker) got their start because, well, they love to eat. And since their lovely wives weren't as enthusiastic about eating, Dan and Brian starting cooking on their own. Before long, the Two Fairly Fat Guys founded HOCCI* -- Husbands of the Culinarily Challenged International* -- and are calling on all guys who like to eat to trying cooking for yourself -- and make sure you use local ingredients! So, whether you're a fairly fat guy who likes to eat -- or you love one and like to cook for him -- feel free to become a fan of Norfolk County's Two Fairly Fat Guys on
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Ribfest Bandshell Park 
A succulent rib fest takes over Bandshell Park every weekend of the CNE! Ribbers from everywhere won’t want to miss this fabulous feast as a multitude of rib masters compete to win “best rib recipe”!
Toronto Star Food Building 
Every year more than one million people visit the CNE Food Building for the unique experience that has made the Food Building a Toronto institution. With close to 100 vendors featuring foods from around the world and traditional favourites the Food Building is bound to satisfy even the most demanding palate.
Outdoor Concessions 
Outdoors throughout the CNE, there are also plenty of opportunities to keep hunger at bay. The EX has a vast selection of eatable delights right on the midway and around the grounds. From Butterfly Chips to Corn Dogs, Curly Fries and Ice Cream Waffles, and the famous Tiny Tom donuts, there is something for everyone to indulge in. Why noy try some deep fried chocolate?
Restaurants 
For a more relaxed sit-down experience, there are a number of restaurants on site that are all licensed establishments. These include the Casino Patio, Gossip, and the Budweiser Midway Stage area.
Food Products Day 
Spin the wheel and win prizes! All activities take place in the CNE Food Building!
Gossip Restaurant 
Modern, chic, and elegant are words that come to mind when describing Gossip Restaurant. Located behind the Toronto Star Bandshell and directly across from Ontario Place, this spacious dining room and patio offer one of the city’s most alluring vistas. In addition to the main space, there sits a beautiful separate dining area, perfect for hosting both corporate and private functions.
Food Safety 
All food concessionaires at the CNE must follow City of Toronto Public Health Department guidelines for Food Premises and must pass an inspection by Public Health Inspector. The inspection notices must be posted in an obvious place that is clearly visible to CNE visitors. In addition, all concessionaires must complete the Food Handler’s course prior to the opening of the Fair. For more information please visit the Toronto Public Health website at www.toronto.ca/health.
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Are you a CNE Concessionaire?
If you are a CNE concessionaire and have a registered password to access your site, please click link below; to determine or confirm your password, please email: concessions@theex.com: CNE CONCESSIONAIRES: To access your site, CLICK THE LINK below:
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