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From Three-Dollar Beer to Fair Legend | Des Moines News
It all began with a three-dollar beer at the Iowa State Fair in 1986—where Tammie Palazzo met Tony, sparking a love story that turned into a coffee legacy. Now, after 21 years, their stand, Palazzo’s Java House, is a fair staple, fueled by Zanzibar’s Coffee House beans and powered by relentless hustle. From a risky first pitch to a prime Rock Island Avenue spot, they’ve built more than a business—they’ve built tradition, family memories, and a ring worn thin from decades of hard work. The fair isn’t just a venue; it’s where their story started—and still thrives. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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