Minority-owned vendors are out at the State Fair of Texas and contributing to the institution’s focus on diversity.
She is the first African-American to have a cigar lounge at the State Fair.
“We’ve gotten people from all walks of life to show love, and it’s crazy because it’s never been done before,” said Stafford-Grady. “I mean, good for them you know, more power to them!” said Erica Garcia. There were Alpaca gifts from Peru at the “Lael Alpaca” booth - and trinkets from Egypt at “Little Egypt.” It was a melting pot of food, and fun, all found at the State Fair.More than 45% of the concessionaires last year were minority-owned.
Asaid said she’s been a State Fair vendor for 26 years. Opening day on Friday was the best she’s ever had.
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