Et cetera : Kupka takes third in State Fair Hog and Corn Heaven cooking event

Phil Dicks of Grundy Center won first place and a $300 cash award in the Des Moines Register's Hog and Corn Heaven competition, judged Wednesday at the 2015 Iowa State Fair.

Bridget Lottman of Norwalk earned second place and $200. Carrie Kupka of Walford claimed third place and $100.

Contestants were challenged to create an award winning dish that includes both pork and corn.

Entries were judged on appearance, taste and originality.

The Iowa State Fair Food Department is the largest of any state fair in the country. There are 228 divisions, 850 classes and over 10,600 entries at this year's Fair. Food Department judging is held in the Elwell Family Food Center sponsored by Wells Blue Bunny.