[URBAN NOTE] "CNE snacks include crispy cricket dogs and pulled-pork cinnamon buns"

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CBC News' Priscilla Hwang tells, with photos, about some of the foods set to be launched at this year's CNE.

Food lovers and daredevils beware and prepare for some creative concoctions at this year's Canadian National Exhibition.

CBC News got an early preview of what will be on offer and got to sample some 20-plus dishes before the gates open on the 2016 version of the Ex on Friday.

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We'll ease you in. We've all seen the sushi burrito, right? Old news.

But have you seen this?

It's a hormone-free beef dog in a bun, some shredded veggies, and topped with crispy mustard crickets.

There are photos aplenty.