Sweet Corn Beyond the Cob

1:00 PM — 2:00 PM on Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Love Iowa sweet corn but not sure what to do with it all? This hands-on cooking demo will show you just how easy it is to make the most of this seasonal favorite — from fresh recipes to simple freezing techniques that take the intimidation out of preserving. Learn how to prepare, store, and enjoy sweet corn well beyond summer. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or stocking your freezer, you'll leave with tips, tricks, and inspiration for using sweet corn all year long

Presented by Choose Iowa featuring Nicole Jonas with Red Granite Farm. Featuring sweet corn from Choose Iowa members

These presentations are included with Iowa State Fair admission. During the Iowa State Fair, you can join Choose Iowa in The Kitchen at 1 p.m. every day for a presentation featuring Iowa producers and chefs sharing on a variety of topics. The Kitchen can be found between the DNR Building and the Barksdale’s Cookie Stand on Grand Avenue.

Choose Iowa, a program of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, is the state’s signature brand for Iowa grown, Iowa raised and Iowa made food, beverages and ag products. Learn more about Choose Iowa at ChooseIowa.com.

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This presentation is included with Iowa State Fair admission.

Event Cost
This presentation is included with Iowa State Fair admission.

Venue

Event Location

3000 E Grand Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50317
United States

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