Local businesses are courting customers in the Horticulture Building, many giving free samples to passers-by. 
Culinary exhibitors are are back to their sales and promotion at the New York State Fair after the weirdness of 2021 slowed traffic for many vendors.
Father-daughter team Mike and Marissa Sharlow, owners of Syracha’cuse of Baldwinsville are back in the Horticulture Building, giving tastes and selling their spicy condiments, many of which represent partnerships with other local businesses. 
In addition to 14 hot sauces, the company bottles hot mustard, barbecue sauce, wing sauce and spice rubs.
Early returns for the Sharlows and neighboring vendors were strong as traffic in the Hort was moderately brisk right from the opening bell. Shoppers and curious tasters can investigate a wide variety of state and local products including snacks, mixes, sweet treats and beer and wine clustered in the building. It’s a good place to buy in order to stock their kitchen cabinets or buy gifts for loved ones.
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