Carnival Food Buying Guide

Who doesn't like a carnival?  It's the one place where you can eat as much junk as you want and feel (for the moment) deliciously guilt-free about it... and then go on some rides. The carnival food  is a big part of what makes the experience so great.  Whether you are throwing a cool party, a reception, or looking to host a carnival on your block, there are lots of machines below that will help you do just that. Nostalgia Electrics  designs all types of serving and party items to make your bash fun and delicious! Start looking below.

Snow Cones

Snow cones  are a perfect summertime treat made of shaved or carved ice that will cool you off in no time. With a huge range of flavors like blue raspberry,  watermelon,  and of course, lemon,  you can't go wrong with this icey snack. It's actually been around for quite some time - the first mechanical snow-cone machine was made in 1887. That's a long history of flavored ice! Don't forget the toppings - you can add ice cream,  marshmallow,  chocolate syrup,  Azuki bean  and more to flavor your frozen treat. To reproduce this magical delight in your home, check out the snow cone makers below.

Retro Snow Cone Machine  The retro look makes this machine unique. You can also make fruity drinks and yogurt snow with this model.	Retro Vertical Slushee Machine  Though slushees  are slightly different from snow cones (you can drink them and they are usually made from carbonated beverages), they are still a great treat to have. A front pour spout and retro style make this machine fun for everyone!	Retro Series Single Snow Cone Maker  This retro machine is designed to produce one snow cone at a time for a convenient and quick way to make a snack.	Old Fashioned Snow Cone Maker  This small, carnival style snow cone maker comes with a small wheel and cone holder. You can easily scoop ice shavings into cones and flavor as desired.

Cotton Candy

Spun sugar. That's really all you need to know about cotton candy,  and that should be enough! This delicious, fluffy treat that melts in your mouth, can be made into any color you like, and is an essential part of carnival fare - mostly because you can't get it anywhere else! This product is made by spinning a large bowl at high speed and melting sugar, which is squeezed out of holes by centrifugal force. The sugar solidifies and forms what we know as cotton candy. Want to make some at home? Now you can! See the products below.

Old Fashioned Cotton Candy Machine  This tiny cotton candy cart has a cool retro look and is easy to use.	Retro Cotton Candy Machine  This retro machine comes with various flavors of flossing sugar  and paper cones  so you can get started right away!	Large Cotton Candy Machine  This 4 ft. tall machine has a side rack for holding cones and is mobile enough to be rolled just about anywhere.

Hot Dogs

Hot dogs  are synonymous with ballparks,  street vendors, and of course, festivals! Want to bring a little old fashioned goodness to your home? A hot dog cart can do just that! And don't forget your accessories: the Nostalgia Electrics HDK960 Hot Dog Kit  comes with condiment squeeze bottles  and hot dog trays. 

Retro Hot Dog Roller  This hot dog roller is small enough to fit in your kitchen and fits up to 8 regular sized hot dogs at once.	Hot Dog Roller w/Griddle  This model comes with a griddle pan  that you can exchange with the hot dog roller to make various grilled foods. Also has a bun storage warmer.	Hot Dog Toaster  This model acts like a toaster and will actually toast your hot dog and bun for you. Cooks your hot dogs quickly and easily with barely any cleanup!	Carnival Hot Dog Cart  This hot dog cart comes with spaces to store drinks, buns and condiments, in addition to an umbrella  to provide shade.	Ferris Wheel Hot Dog Warmer  Much like the hot dog warmers you find in the movie theater, this model lets you adjust the temperature and keep your food fresh.

Chocolate Fountains

While these aren't always classified in the carnival foods category, they definitely should be. Chocolate fountains  are fun and can be used in your home or at a party as a great way to start conversation while grabbing some sweet snacks. These fountains work by melting the chocolate and then keeping it heated so that the chocolate liquid can drip down several tiers in a "waterfall" fashion, thus creating a fountain. Looking to pick one up today? Check out a few models below, and don't forget to provide fruit,  marshmallows  and graham crackers  with your fountain for dipping! Both tooth picks  and dipping forks  work well for use with the fountain.

Retro Chocolate Fountain Tower	Mini Chocolate Fondue Fountain	Mini Chocolate Fountain

Deep Fry It!

It's a well known fact that everything tastes better when slathered in batter and fried to perfection. From fried Oreos  to fried Snickers  to french fries,  these machines can make and perfect all of your greasy favorites. But remember not to take this process lightly--keeping oil  at the correct temperature and monitoring your food is important to prevent burns and make a great meal. Many modern fryers are designed with safety features in mind such as cool touch handles, lids and temperature gauges.  To get started, check out a few models below.

Emerilware Deep Fryer  This fryer actually stores the oil so it can be used again--no waste! It also cooks fried food quickly without making it too greasy.	Family Professional Deep Fryer  This deep fryer is scratch resistant and has a timer that enables you to multitask. It is also designed to hold up to 2 pounds of food.	Presto Stainless Steel Dual Basket ProFry Immersion Element Deep Fryer  This fryer is perfect for extra-large jobs as it has two baskets, enabling you to fry two different types of food at once.	Presto Cool Daddy Cool Touch Electric Deep Fryer  This fryer is actually cool to the touch and has a viewing window built in so you don't have to worry about burning your hands while cooking. It it also easy to clean and fits multiple servings of food.

Extras

Now that we've covered the basic carnival foods, don't forget these yummy extras!

Classic Cookie Maker  A cookie maker shapes your cookies  and then bakes them in the oven to perfection. Comes with 12 different cookie cutters  so you can many any shape you want!	Peanut Butter Machine  Looking for fresh peanut butter?  Look no further than this machine! You can put any type of nuts into it and get warm peanut butter that's chunky or smooth. What more could you want?	Lighted Punch Fountain  This fountain has something for the eyes and quenches your thirst. Holds up to 1 gallon of liquid and is lit from within to change colors as you fill up your cup.	Pizza Baking Oven  This  operates like a small convection oven built perfectly for pizza.  If you cook alot of pizza slices, make frozen pizza, or even produce it from scratch, then this is the machine for you.	Doughnut Maker  This automatic machine makes mini doughnuts  in just minutes. Easy to use and has a closed-in fryer that reduces mess.

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