The CNE used to be an awesome place where we were looking forward to going at the end of summer. Every year it gets a little worse. This year is pretty bad, IMO.
The food is overrated and over priced. We go every year to try the novelty food items and get disappointed each time. This year was no exception.
The shopping is slipping as well, you can't find too many novelty items here anymore. I used to spend a lot of money on shopping at the ex but couldn't find anything to buy this year.
My best friend and I used to work in the food building back when we were in highschool, over 10 years ago. So every year we go back together as a way to celebrate our friendship anniversary. I'm hoping it will be better next year as we both were very disappointed this year.