Olympian-Owned Drizzle Cheesecakes Wins Big Tex Choice Award, Cites State Fair Benefits
Stephen El Gidi, an Olympian and owner of Irving-based Drizzle Cheesecakes, is behind this year's Big Tex Choice Award-winning cheesecake, detailing how the State Fair has benefited his business.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, October 7, 2026 — An Olympian entrepreneur is celebrating a significant achievement as his business, Drizzle Cheesecakes, has secured this year’s Big Tex Choice Award for its cheesecake. Stephen El Gidi, the owner of the Irving-based company and a former Olympian, is the visionary behind the award-winning dessert.
El Gidi has shared insights into how participation in the State Fair has positively impacted his business operations. The Big Tex Choice Awards are a highly anticipated event at the State Fair of Texas, recognizing innovative and popular food items served at the fairgrounds.
While the specific details of the award-winning cheesecake were not provided in the summary, the recognition itself highlights the product’s success among fairgoers and judges. The award often leads to increased visibility and customer traffic for the participating vendors.
El Gidi, who has a background as an Olympian, brings a unique perspective to his role as a business owner. His success with Drizzle Cheesecakes demonstrates a dedication to excellence, mirroring the commitment often required in elite athletic competition. The connection between athletic discipline and business acumen is a narrative El Gidi appears to embody.
The State Fair of Texas serves as a significant platform for local businesses, offering a substantial audience and a unique marketing opportunity. For Drizzle Cheesecakes, the award and the fair’s exposure are expected to provide continued benefits. The exact nature and extent of these benefits, such as increased sales figures or long-term growth projections, were not detailed in the provided information.
Stephen El Gidi’s journey from the Olympic arena to the culinary spotlight with Drizzle Cheesecakes underscores the diverse paths to success and the potential for businesses to thrive through participation in major public events like the State Fair of Texas. Further details regarding the specific cheesecake and the business’s growth trajectory were not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Petty on www.dallasobserver.com, see more information here.
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