It’s 2018 Big Tex Choice Awards time, y’all! Third year’s the charm. Or have we all completely run out of creative things to fry? Not yet! Not today, Satan!

Oh emojis. So full of emotion. Let’s deep fry ’em like we do everything in Texas, shall we?

Presenting: The 2018 Big Tex Choice Awards Finalists IN EMOJIS!

Here we go!

AND NOW…

THE WINNERS!

“Best Taste – Savory”

Hoppin’ John Cake with Jackpot Sauce by Winter Family Concessions

“Best Taste – Sweet”

Arroz con Leche (or Sweet Crispy Rice) by the Garza Family

And everyone’s favorite, “Most Creative” (AKA most likely to rake in the big bucks):

🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 DRUMROLL EMOJI 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 🥁 

Cotton Candy Taco by Justin & Rudy Martinez

Mazel tov to all the winners. Personally, I will most likely taste maybe one of these, and instead opt for a classic Bird Dog with mustard and some Texas Twister potatoes, but bless those who do with good health and a strong constitution. Including my good friend The Gator, who does an excellent rundown each year.

See y’all on The Star! 🎡