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AICE in conjunction with sSs Barbecue Barns and SupersizedMeals announces the World Shank Eating Championship to begin January 13th with regional qualifiers. Finals will take place on January 23rd at the Famous Tamworth Country Music Festival in Australia. The Shank is a 5.5lb or 2.5kg Beef Monster that has been a target of many Australian deep-belly Eaters and has gained considerable media attention in the land down-under. Currently several radio stations have begun to advertise the contest and have stirred up regional rivalries. Many in the Competitive Eating community believe that this ”call to arms” will no doubt lead to the discovery of many great Australian Food Warriors..” Although Aussies are known to disfavor “rules” they have agreed to allow AICE to sanction the event utilizing picnic style rules. (Maybe Australians are not as crazy as we believe…)
According to AICE Chairman, Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman, “The folks from sSs Barbecue Barns” realized that Australian competitive eating fans did not want to be subjected to the spectacle of mutilated, drenched food and wanted to make this an eating contest not a drinking contest.” What you will see during this contest, will be an authentic Australian “Chow-down” with no eating Gimmicks…” In keeping with Australian culture, style and custom, eaters will be permitted to use the traditional yet “sassy” SSS Barbecue Sauce during the competition. Anyone wishing to enter “The Great Australian Shank Off” can register at their local sSs Barbecue Barn or download register form. Festival Info: Tamworth Musical Festival 12/27/06- To catch an entertaining promotional video done by AICE in their first year go to Grouper.com and put AICE medley in the search box-good stuff for the five minute video. 12/27/06-Coming real soon, the CCEA Canadian Competitive Eaters Association. This organization is affiliated with AICE and it's vision is to promote the sport of Competitive Eating and develop some of the potentially great talent living in the great country of Canada. Look for this website to develop over time and have some of the same features that the AICE website has: Rankings, Records, Eater Resumes, stories, picture galleries, etc.) Also, look for this website to promote some friendly rivalries between America's best Competitive Eaters (AICE Eaters of course) and emerging talent coming from Canada. The young, "Hungry Genius" behind this project is a 18 year old college student (We are not telling you his name yet-you have to come back to the "In the News" section for details and the link for the website. "The Hungry Genius" will also be seeking advise, techinical suppport and possibly spiritual guidance from some of the founders and pioneers of the Independent Competitive Eaters Movement. **We will have link for website REAL SOON
12/27/06-We recently heard from Pete "Broken Wing" Maurizio who has informed AICE that the Pittsburgh Wing Bowl is "on." This year, according to B-Wing, it will be called "One for the Drum." Last year Bob 'Killer' Kuhns took first. Pete has informed AICE, that despite the possibility of National Title Holders Lyle, Payne and Hickman coming to this event, destiny will not allow a non-PA Eater to win this event. History seems to support "Wing's" prophecy because several out of state "Top-Guns of Eating" have learned a cold, hard lesson when trying to capture this title. This lesson can be compared to the German Army in WW2 or Napoleon's unsuccessful attempt to conquer the Soviet Union only to encounter the cold tundra of forbidden lands along with the ice cold resilience of the local populace. To sign-up Out of State registrants. or contact ESPN for more details. The first qualifier is Jan 12th. finals will take place at the Sports Rock Cafe January 26th. 12/26/06- Latke Eating Competition at Zan's Deli: Page 1-Amateur Competition; Page 2-ProEating Competition
Mark Lyle “The Human Vacuum”, Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman, Chris “The American” Schlesinger and Pat “The Lunch Liquidator” Lyons round off the field of top Eaters who have qualified for the Super Bowl Eggstravaganza. Mark Lyle “The Human Vacuum” & Chris “The American” Schlesinger, remarkably, qualified several hours after participating in the National Potato Latke Eating Championship on Sunday, Dec 17th, 2006. Schlesinger and Lyle each casually ate 21 Eggs Each to secure a spot for Super bowl Sunday at the Marina Grille in Brick New Jersey. “Chowhound” and the “Lunch Liquidator” both took a casual approach to the qualifier and ate 26 and 20 eggs respectfully. Grand prize for the winner of the National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship will be $2,500 cash and a trip to Las Vegas.
As we reflect on some of the highlights of our organization and our food warriors we want your feedback on some top 10 moments of 2006. Email ChowHound. Here are the top Memorable Moments from 2005
It is this type of contribution from Fans, Friends, Eaters and Supporters that allowed us to live up to our organizational motto: “AICE, an Eaters Organization with a heart as big as it’s stomach.” It is this fellowship and the desire to “never grow up” that fuels the AICE engine. AICE will continue to work hard to develop events and assist charities and other non-profit organizations in their fund raising efforts while also trying to develop events, which will occupy the landscape of competitive Eating and promote Competitive Eating as a viable marketing tool. Also, we seek to continue our work of restoring integrity and trust among the Eaters and the business community. AICE gives one word of advice to the Competitive Eating Community: Whatever you do, “IT'S GOTTA BE FUN!”
America’s best Competitive Eaters battled for the title undisputed “National Potato Latke Eating Championship” and $700 in prize money at Zan’s Kosher Deli in Lake Grove New York on Sunday December 17th, 2006. In doing so, four Food Warriors crushed the previous record, leaving no doubt that “Lottsa- Latkes” will be the enduring theme for the 2nd Annual Eating Extravaganza. In first place was phenom Tom “Goose” Gilbert (Also known as the “Green Beret of Grub”) who packed away an astonishing 31 Potato Latkes, followed by last years Champion Ian “The Invader” Hickman (Also known as the “Hunk of Hunger”) with an awesome 29.5 Potato Latkes, while Mark Lyle, “The Human Vacuum” gobbled down 27.5 Latkes after getting off to an unusually (and somewhat uncharacteristic) slow start. Bohemia NY native Chris “The American” Schlesinger took fourth place 24.5 Potato Latkes (an increase of 9 latkes from 2005) while Mike “The Real Skinny” Hoffman upped his totals from 15 to 21Latkes. Joel “The Cannon” Podelesky also showed a great deal of improvement from last year and consumed a respectable 17 Latkes compared to last years 11 latke effort.
Special Thanks to honorary Judge Martin Szymanski and of course the Velvet Voice of Competitive Eating Mike Scisco. Huge numbers reported: Pro Competition- 8 minute contest: Tom "Goose" Gilbert 31 latkes; 5.80 pounds Chris "The American" Schlesinger 24 latkes; 4.5 pounds Amateur Competiion-5 minutes: Maxwell 'Max-demon' Doherty 15.75 latkes; 2.95 pounds Paul 'More Please' Enden 12 latkes; 2.25 pounds Mike 'Kid Graz' Graziano 11.9 latkes; 2.23 pounds Joseph Dipaola 11 latkes, 2.06 pounds Debbie the Package Sciso 9 latkes, 1.69 pounds
It has been reported to AICE that at least three Competitive Eaters will attempt to qualify for the National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship on Sunday Dec 17th 2006. "Isn't that the same day as the National Latke Eating Championship, " you ask. "? Yes indeed". "The Human Vacuum", "Chowhound" and "The American" will make a special guest appearance on Sunday evening after the Latke contest in Lake Grove New York. Hopefully the 8 hours between contests will be sufficient recuperation time for these Food Warriors. Also, rumors have circulated that Lew "The Chew" Porchiazzo could also make an appearance at Brick NJ's Marina Grille on Sunday Evening. Several Eating Fans with advanced knowledge of this invasion on Dec 17th have asked why Chowhound, who has been feigning retirement, continues to compete while also publicly claiming to be retired. Chapman's publicist has contacted AICE and has indicated that Chowhound's temporary relapse from retirement should only be seen as an "Eating Exhibition" dedicated to the memory of his deceased Uncle "Old Yeller".
With "The Human Vacuum" now entering the National Latke Eating Championship and Skinny Scott's & Joe Menchetti's withdraw from the contest the following "famously inaccurate predictions" from "Chowhound" are respectfully revised & submitted: Tom "Goose" Gilbert 30.25 Paul "Food Spend'n" Enden 15.75 Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky 14.75
12/12/06- Catch Chowhound Chapman on Long Island News, Channel 12 as he previews the upcoming one and only National Potato Latke Eating Championship. Competitive Eating fans should not be fooled by any pretenders who might be doing a latke eating contest. America's Best Eaters will be in Lake Grove NY on Dec 17th, 2006.
There is no other way of saying it: "Skinny Scott" is a great guy and a class act who enjoyed the competition as well as the fun and humor of Competitive Eating. Unlike the many unrestrained ego's that run amok in the world of competitive eating, “Skinny Scott” Soifer was always a gentleman, great competitor who exemplified sportsmanship. according to AICE Chairman Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman, “Skinny Scott” always had a healthy perspective and a balanced approach when it came to Competitive Eating. Although Scott really enjoyed competitive eating he lived a very balanced life and always put family, friends and work in their appropriate ascendancy of importance.” Also, says Chapman, Although “Skinny” was a fierce competitor he understood the fun and silliness that are intrinsic to a truly successful competitive eating event…” “Skinny” was particularly attracted to events that featured Deli items and established himself as one of the greatest Matzo Ball Eaters of all time and is recognized as the Queens Matzo Ball Eating Champion. Soifer battled and defeated many of Competitive Eating's biggest names in his pursuit of Matzo Ball supremacy. In Scott's last two years of his six year Eating career he attempted to regain the stature he had during his first four years but competitive eating (and rightfully so) took a back seat to increased work commitments and new responsibilities as a Father of a newborn son. Scott's last two years as an independent competitive eater were not without merit. "Skinny Scott" had two very respectable second place finishes at a National and NY State Eating Championship (Latkes and Eggs). Skinny Scott Soifer’s quite leadership, character and integrity were his personal trademarks. Scott has advised AICE that he is still a big fan of Competitive Eating and even though he won't be competing anymore, he will stay in touch and let us know how he is doing. Scott, Thanks for all you have done for Competitive Eating, we are going to miss you man! 12/10/06-Lyle downs 39 Eggs to set bar for National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship His goal was 50 but nobody who has ever done a five minute Hard Boiled Egg Eating Contest would fault Mark Lyle for only doing 39 eggs. . Despite "The Vacuums" unsuccessful attempt at 50 eggs we at AICE still regard him as "Cool Hand Lyle" and among America's best! Unfortunately, "Gentleman Joe Menchetti" will not be able to compete in the 2nd Annual National Latke Eating Championship that was rescheduled for Dec 17th, 2006. However, Mark "The Human Vacuum" Lyle has indicated that he will be competing in this event. 12/8/06-"Cool Hand Lyle..........?" The Vacuum attempts to establish new standard for Eggs while searching for new talent in Marietta Ohio. Mark "The Human Vacuum" Lyle who continues to make his Mark at the competitive eating table and has had a fantastic 2006, will also be on the "competitive-eating scouting trail" when he competes at the Locker Room Sports Bar in Marietta Ohio tonight. Lyle, the Director of Research and Development for AICE, will not only bring his desire to establish a new standard for the five minute Hard Boiled Egg Eating Contest (And will forever be known as "Cool Hand Lyle" should he succeed) believes his beloved home state of Ohio has plenty of undiscovered eating talent. In an effort to identify additional competitive eating talent in the "Buckeye State" Lyle will be making an offer on behalf of AICE that any local contestant who is able to defeat him will receive sponsorship to the American Meatball Eating Championship in Midlothian Illinois in March 2007. Mark was asked about the prospects of participating in the upcoming National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship in Brick, NJ for which he replied, "No comment.." 12/6/06- Please note the Date has CHANGED for the Zan'd Deli National Potato Latke Eating Championship. The new date is December 17th. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. Check-in wilnow be 11:00 AM instead of 11:30 AM.
"Gentleman" Joe Menchetti sent a strong message to his competitors that he will not be "flying the coupe" on Super bowl Sunday and that he should be the favorite. Also, rumors have been circulating that one of AICE's most decorated Good Warriors (Menchetti) has been avoiding phenom "Goose Gilbert." Menchetti's super performance certainly sends a message that it will take an extraordinary act of cannibalism for Gilbert to win on Super bowl Sunday. In other "Egg News" AICE has received notice from "Chowhound" Chapman and Chris "The American" Schlesinger that they will also be competing in the National Hard boiled Egg Eating Championship and will be qualifying in the very near Future. Chris "The American" is the current New York State Speed Egg Eating Champ and should give "heavy hitters" Gilbert and Menchetti a run for their money.
Amateur Division at the National Potato Latke Eating Championship is shaping up to be an exciting affair. Mike "Kid Grazz" Graziano of Mastic Long Island along with Dan "The Jewish Guy" Nudel from Connecticut and Debbie "The Package" Sisco from Brooklyn will all be seeking the Amateur Long Island Potato Latke Title and also taking a shot for Pro Prize money (Amateur contestants who do well enough to place in the Professional Contest are eligible for winning pro prize money). Also, other colorful characters will be on hand such as the Kosher Kowboy, Benjamin Fertig, Alexander "Big Boss" Seirra and the 105 lb Hui Juliet Lee and "Big John" Rathburn and Danielle Thomson. Chowhound's famously inaccurate predictions for upcoming 2nd Annual National Potato Latke Eating Championship: 12/2/06-There has been a strong interest among many first time competitors to participate in the prestigious Latke Eating Contest at Zan’s Deli. It has been decided that two divisions will be represented, an Amateur division and a Professional division. Prizes money for the contests are as follows Pro Division 1st Place $400 and a Trophy and recognition as the National Potato Latke Eating Champ Amateur Division 1st Place $50- Gift Certificate and a Medallion recognized as the Long Island Latke Eating Champ
11/27/06-Mid-West Chili Eating Championship; 2/17/07 in North Canton, Ohio sponsored by the North Canton Rotary Club of Canton Ohio. This Championship Eating Extravaganza will be added to the Rotary’s popular annual fund raiser, “The Chili Open”. On-Line Registration 11/23/06-Stuffing your face- Competitive eaters bust a gut for cash, glory and kicks. By Jon Filson, TORONTO STAR 11/23/06-Eaters pig out at rib competition. By Sam Knowlton, Lansing Current. Article about the contest and photo gallery. October 15, 2006 World Championship Rib Eating Contest during their Hogtober Fest celebration. Mark Lyle "the Human Vacuum takes 1st place. 11/23/06- The 14th Street Y Presents KOSHER-STYLE COUNTY FAIR One Cup Exploration, A Dash of Cook-off, One Tablespoon Sideshow and a Pinch of Taste Temptations! Click for details 11/21/06- No room for dessert; Competitive eaters down record amounts of cookies, back bacon at casino contest by John Robbins, Niagara Falls Review. Click for article
If you are Tom 'Goose' Gilbert and you didn’t listen to the age old advise of Moms everywhere to “Drink all of your milk!”, then 80 cookies is NOT enough!! Tom 'Goose' Gilbert put on a miraculous performance by downing 80 chocolate cream filled cookies in only 5 minutes only to discover that he did not finish a small amount of milk which was resulted in a disqualification. AICE Chairman, Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman stated; “It’s easy to understand Tom’s disappointment especially considering how dominating his performance was. … However, most eaters can point to at least one experience where they have stumbled in a very similar way. Like most other great food warriors, Tom will learn from his mistake and show the world that he is among the best..” The 51 year old King George Van Laar performed steadily to capture The World Milk and Cookie Eating titles by eating a respectable 59 cookies and showing the younger eaters that some of the old guys still have some gas left in their tank . In second place was Mark Lyle-'The Human Vacuum' who gobbled 58 cookies although he did not have any functional use of his right arm. In third place went to crowd favorite Chris 'The American' Schlesinger who took a close 3rd by downing 57 cookies. Derek 'Wing-Tut Payne chowed down nearly 50 Cookies (49 1/4 cookies) for 4th place. In the National Canadian Back Bacon and Bun Eating Championship Goose Gilbert gained redemption by eating 7.5 6oz sandwiches. In second place was rising star and William & Patterson University Offensive Tackle Lew 'The Chew' Porchiazzio with 6.5 sandwiches. Third place went to the gallant and gutty Mark Lyle-'The Human Vacuum who consumed 5 2/3 sandwiches despite having absolutely no use of his right arm. Lyle may not have captured another eating title in Canada in 2006, but he certainly gained recognition as the toughest Eater in North America on November 18th, 2006. World Milk & Cookies Eating Championship 1. King George Van Laar: 59 Cookies & 1 Liter of Milk Cookies and Milk-Amateur division: 1. Nick "The Full Story" Dettore PA 40 Cookies and 1 Liter of milk Stephanie "no quit" Yurkovich PA 31 Cookies and 1 Liter of milk *The Bear defeated Stephanie in a 1:30 Eat off. National Canadian Back Bacon and Bun Eating Championship 1. Tom “Goose” Gilbert 7.50 Canadian Back Bacon & Bun-Amateur division 1. Erik "Hurricane" Mikkelsaar, Welland, Ont, CA 4.25 Sandwiches 3. Bryan "Big Bacon" Burd Canada 3.5 Sandwiches
11/17/06-AICE has been notified about regarding the NYC Amateur Kosher Hot Dog Eating Championship. This event will be part of a bigger celebration entitled "Kosher County Fair" on November 29th at the 14th Street Y. As a measure of respect for Kosher Hot Dogs, Picnic/Kosher style rules will be strictly enforced. Come early and experience the Kosher-Style Picnic Fair and get a taste of Jewish culture and tradition. Contact Alyssa Abrahamson: Click for additonal info-If you are interested in attending.
11/12/06- Congratulations to Joel 'The Cannon" Podelesky who recently qualified for the semi finals for the Court Jester Annual 2 minute Chicken Wing Eating Contest. The Cannon will also attempt to Qualify for the National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship in Brick, NJ. 11/12/06 ChowHound's Predictions for Casino Niagara are in... World Cookies and Milk Eating Competition: 1st Place 77 cookies-Goose Gilbert 2nd Place 74 Joe Menchetti 3rd Place 70 Wing Tut 4th Place tie- 69 King George and Th Human Vacuum 5th Place- 67 Chris The American 6th Place 64- The Savage 7th Place- 61- Lew The Chew 8th Place- 54 The Cannon National Canadian Back Bacon and Bun Eating Competition: 1st Place- King George with 13 2nd Place- Mark Lyle with 12 1/4 3rd Place- Gentleman Joe with 11 3/4 4th Place- Goose Gilbert with 11 1/2 5th Place- Lew The Chew with 10 6th Place- Wing Tug with 9 3/4 7th Place The Savage with 9 1/2 8th Place The American with 8 9th Place- The Cannon with 7 1/4
The Colossus of Clinton Tipping the scales at 105 pounds, the "Colossus of Clinton" was unveiled at the Clinton Station Diner Oct. 28 during a world championship eating contest that drew contestants from around the country.
King Van Laar (a.k.a. George Van Laar of Roselle), has a closer look at the burger, which included 60 pounds of chopped meat; a 30-pound roll; 10 pounds of American cheese, and trimmed with lettuce, tomatoes and onions.
Mike Zambas, owner of the diner, has submitted documentation to the Guinness Book of World Records and is waiting to hear whether the "Colossus" qualifies as "The World's Biggest Hamburger." The Colossus is the heaviest burger on the diner's menu, dwarfing the 50-pound Mt. Olympus and 12.5-pound Zeus. 11/2/06-Leave your cutlery and table manners at the door: ‘Eat Your Face Off’ eating competition returns to Casino Niagara Two new world championships to be decided at ‘Eat Your Face Off II’ Press Release
AICE apologizes for any inconvenience this switch has caused. The competition will be held in Lake Grove, Long Island during their Haunnakah week celebration 10/31/06- AICE Rankings have been updated Click Here 10/31/06- Wing-Tut and The Invader will be attempting to conquer the 96 ounce burger at Denny's Beer Barrel Pub in Clearfield, PA on Nov 4th. They are expected to be joined by some other PA eaters attempting this difficult challenge.
10/29/06 -Photographs from Clinton Station Diner Nano-Bite Team Burger Competition: Kids Bun Stacking Competition; Nano-bite Burger Contest page 1; Nano-Bite Burger Contest page 2 ; Unveiling of The 8th Wonder
History was made at the Clinton Station Diner yesterday by setting the new World Record for the Biggest Menu Hamburger in the world appropriately dubbed "The 8th Wonder" (interestingly enough this is also the 8th type of burger offered at Clinton Station Diner). Mere words cannot express the totality and enormity of this massive meat monster. The dimensions on this bad boy measured out to be 28 inches in diameter and 11 1/2 in height and a whopping 105 pounds in total weight. It has been reported that several competitive eaters broke down in tears of joy as they witnessed the unveiling of this World Record Burger. Owner Mike Zambus s will be submitting necessary documentation to Guinness Book of World Records to certify "The 8th Wonder" as the new World Heavy Weight Burger. Unlike many previous World Record Burgers that were constructed, "The 8th Wonder" is a delicious creation and also maintains the fine tradition of the previous Zambus burgers. Customers had the delicious opportunity to sample this massive burger at the end of the presentation and all were in agreement of the high quality and great taste of The 8th Wonder. Some were lucky enough to take home a slice of this historic event (slices weighed in at 7 pounds-yummy snack!). We were happy that the new Heavy Weight Burger title is back in America and that AICE was privileged to be part of this!
Congratulations to the many bun bandits who competed Bun Stacking Contest and proved that New Jersey's architectural future is secure as witnessed by their awesome creations. First place went to 10 year old Nicholas Peters (age 10) who creatively stacked an amazing 43 Nano buns to capture the 1,000 penny first place prize. Second place finish went to Neo Zambus (10) and 3rd to Nick Zambus (11). Kudos to the Bower fklan: Ryan (5), Kyle (8), Kelsey (9) and Gavin (11), Myria (8) and Neo (6) Zambus who earned additional prizes for a stacking job well done. 1st Place: "Champion Stomachs" (Ian "The invader" Hickman, King Van Laar and Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman) $1,000 and "Eighth Wonder " 2nd Place: "Nano-Ninjas" (Elliot "The Savage" Cowley, Chris "The American" Schlesinger and Sean "Flash"Gordon) $300 and "Mt. Olympus" 3rd Place: "Meat Manglers" ( Joel "The Cannon"Podelesky, John 'Chowin' McGowan, Brian ' Food-University' Stanford) "Zeus Burger"
The Team of “The Champion Stomachs” consisting of King George Van Laar (4 time National 1/4 pound Hot Dog Eating Champ) Ian “The Invader” Hickman (National Spoon Bread, Latke and World Elvis Sandwich and Fried Zucchini Eating Champion)along with the retired Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman who is recognized as the Kobayashi of Pickles and the current World Record Holder in Chili are the proverbial favorites. Also competing will be none other than the “Nano-bite Ninja’s” consisting of New York State Hard Boiled Egg Speed Eating Champ, Chris “The American” Schlesinger and competitive eating’s #1 lunatic Elliot “The Savage” Cowley. Also, they will be joined by Burrito and Philly Steak Eating Champ Joshua “The Lumberjack” Hearn. The third team will consist of a strong group of Eaters known as the “Meat Manglers". This team will feature promising newcomer, Sean “Flash” Gordon who is the Pennsylvania State Shoe- Fly Pie Eating Champion and the runner-up in the recent Whoopee Pie Eating Contest. He will be joined by none other than the “Boom of the Bite” Joel “the Cannon” Podelesky and Paul “Food Spendin” Enden of New Brunswick NJ. Also, “The Little Eaters” Strathis Zambus, Neo Zambus and Hiram Vera who took 2nd place at the 2005 Zeus Burger Challenge are scheduled to appear as well. AICE has yet to hear from the “PA- Pulverizes” who are rumored to be planning a secret assault on the Clinton Station Diner due to their sworn allegiance to an unnamed Western PA Eating Establishment that has again lost the title for having the World’s Biggest Burger. The Pulverizes have notified AICE (In secret code, of course) that they will not accept the “Eighth Wonder” as part of the prize package should they win. Although these burger assassins have not yet been identified, many in the Competitive Eating Intelligence Community suggest that Pete “Broken Wing” Maurizio, Derek “Wing-Tut” Payne along with Bob “Killer” Kuhns could be the possible Food Rangers that are planning this assault. The spouses and girlfriends of these Meat Missionaries have reported that the last time they saw their boyfriends and spouses was at the break- of- dawn on October 26. They indicated that their men were wearing camouflage and had back packs full of condiments and Hamburger Rolls. Whether or not these food Rangers will successfully navigate the cold forests of Pennsylvania and launch a successful Burger Attack on the Clinton Station Diner is any body’s guess. 10/25/06- Ian "The Invader" has conquered another title by winning the Woopie Pie Eating Championship in Strasburg Pennsylvania. On 10-21-06. The Invader competed against 60 other challengers as he consumed an amazing 36 2.5 oz. pies in 3 minutes.. In second place was newcomer Sean "Flash" Gordon with 22 Pies. In third place was Brian "Blue-Boy" Blue with 18. I guess we can stop asking Ian if he has gotten any Woopie.."
So far the following potential teams have notified AICE: "The Hamburgerlers", "The Thou-Cow-Posse", "The Meat Manglers","Nano Ninja's", The "Burger Bandits" and the "PA Pulverizers"
Mike "Rough-Gut" Rogers who is a Professor and known in the academic circles as "Dr. Pepper" has won the Raw Jalapeno Eating Contest for the third year in a row at the Kansas State Fair on 9/29/06. "Rough Gut" reports that the Raw Jalapeno's were especially large this year so he fell short of his personal record of 27 in five minutes and easily cruised to victory with 15 super sized Jalapenos. Nobody should confuse Raw Jalapeno's with the pickled type that are sometimes used in competitions. Dr. Rogers is a vegetarian and has been seeking an appropriate AICE contest to enter. Look for the Doc in future vegetable and/or fruit events.
Each contest will feature an Amateur Contest followed by a Championship Professional contest featuring some of North America's best Food Warriors as they compete for more than $3,000 in Cash. Downloadable Registration Packet
Tom "Goose" Gilbert, also known as the Green Beret of Grub will be "flying the coupe" in Hadley Massachusetts for the open skies and spacious ponds of Long Island as he seeks to capture the 2nd Annual National Potato Latke Eating Championship at Zan's Deli in Lake Grove New York.
The American Meatball Eating Championship returns on Saturday Night March 17th, 2007!!!! The Balls will be bouncing on March 17th, 2007 as the Meatball Eating Frenzy known as The 2nd Annual Bartolini’s American Meatball Eating Championship takes place. Come one! Come all! Can you dethrone last years Champ Mark “THE HUMAN VACCUM” Lyle? He devoured 28 Meatballs in 7 Minutes. What a Better way to Celebrate Bartolini’s 12th Anniversary!! An Italian Restaurant, A Meatball Eating Contest & A Polka Band all on St. Patrick’s Day!!! Come listen to a Chicago Favorite “The Music Company” providing a wide range of Music from Polka to Italian!!! A delicious Buffet with all the St. Patrick Specialties and all of your Bartolini Favorites will be available with your paid admission. Reserve your table today. Also there will be renewed interest by many of the Talented Local Food Warriors to claim the Eating Title. It is expected that Meatball purchases will skyrocket from now until March 17th, 2007 as the Illinois MEATBALL MILITIA plans it’s attack on the invading Meatball Maniacs from places like, Ohio, Kentucky and New England. As usual the Wacky Bartolini Brothers and the Meatball desperados from AICE will be planning fun stuff to make this EVENT a Meatball-Marvelous Success. Expect all the delicious craziness and the return of the 2nd Annual Ms. Meatball Pageant. Contest format will remain the same as last year with a 5 minute qualifying round with a 2 minute Championship Speed Eating Finale. Stay tuned for all the specifics including, registration and times or check it out at www.bartolinis.com
Mark "The Human Vacuum" Lyle, in one of the hardest fought contests in 2006 wins the Daniel Bar-
B-Q World Rib Eating Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" 3.84 Gentleman" Joe Menchetti 3.80 Chris "The American" Schlesinger 2.97 Full story and pics soon to follow!
On Saturday, October 28th, 2006, from 2:00-4:00PM, The Clinton Station Diner along with the Association of Independent Competitive Eaters (AICE) and Operation Shoe Box will celebrate Clinton Station's Diners’ 1,000 Day Anniversary by staging the first ever "Smallest Hamburger(s) in the World Team Eating Championship." Also, the unveiling of the world's newly crowned Heavyweight Champion Burger, “The Eighth Wonder” will take place. This amazing 70(+)lb Hamburger will be presented to the winning team. Teams of three (3) Food Warriors will converge on 1,000 .4 oz Nano bite burgers (Approximately 25 lb. of Hamburger). The team that devours the most Nano Bites Burgers will split $1,000 and be declared the “World Mini Burger Team Eating Champions.” Each member of the 2nd Place Team will receive 1,000 pennies and the 50 LB Mt. Olympus Burger. The 3rd, 4th and 5th place teams will be awarded the Zeus (12.5 lb.), Atlas (7.5 lb.) and Achilles (1lb) Burger as consolations prizes. In addition, The Clinton Station Diner will hold a Children's Mini Burger Stacking Contest for kids 11 and under. The winner will receive 1,000 pennies; if that winner can stack 1,000 Nano Bite Burgers they will win $1,000. All children are encouraged to wear a costume and the one with the best Halloween costume will win a $20 Gift Certificate. Spinning music and MC will be "The Voice of Competitive Eating Mike " Sisco Kid." Operation Shoe Box will be collecting donations for needed items for our brave soldiers in Iraq and all spectators are encouraged to make a donation of needed non-perishable items. Expected to compete in this championship level Eating Contest will be the team of Ian"The Invader" Hickman from Lexington Ky(World Fried Zucchini Eating
Casino Niagara in conjunction with AICE are pleased to announce an afternoon of pure gluttony and fun as professional and amateur Food Warriors battle for the titles of Canadian Back Bacon & Bun Eating Champion & World Milk & Cookies Eating Champion at the beautiful Casino Niagara in Niagara Falls, Canada. Each contest will feature an Amateur Contest followed by a Championship Professional contest featuring some of North America's best Food Warriors as they compete for more than $3,000 in Cash. Walingford Connecticut's Gentleman Joe Menchetti, considered to be New England's number one Food Warrior and is the current World Record Holder in Pumpkin Pie, Conch Fritters, Bun & Cheese, Jamaican Beef Patties, Cicada's and Italian Subs will be in attendance. Columbus Ohio native Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" who is the current Canadian ¼ lb Hot Dog Eating Champion and the American County Fair Eating Champion will both be seeking to add these titles to their impressive resume's. In addition, 25-year-old Eating sensation Tom "Goose" Gilbert From Hadley Massachusetts who is the current World Record Holder in Chicken Wings will cross the boarder to stake his claim. Four time American National ¼ lb Hot Dog Eating Champion King George Van Laar from Roselle Park New Jersey and World Donut Record and Corn on the Cobb Holder the electrifying and charismatic eating legend Dave "Coon Dog" O'Karma, from Akron Ohio will be on hand to shake things up. Master of Ceremonies will be none other than the Voice of Competitive Eating Mike "Sisco Kid". According to AICE Chairman, Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman "You would be hard pressed to find a contest that has so much fun and excitement and also features two new events that have never been done on a Championship Level. There is no doubt that we will see amazing performances from these great Food Warriors along with new world standards that may not be broken for many years to come." Professionals:
1st Place $800 plus Trophy or Medal and recognition as... 2nd Place $250 3rd Place $100
Challengers (Amateurs)
1st Place $250 2nd Place $100 *There is a $10 registration fee. All registration will be handled through Casino Niagara (link to be posted soon). All professional Eaters must contact Chowhound as well. 10/11/06-Congrats to Mike "The Real Skinny" Hoffman who defended his Long Island Pizza title by eating a Large Cheese Pizza in under ten Minutes. Look for "The Real Skinny" to make some serious noise in future events. 10/10/06-REGISTRATIONS: On-line Team Registration for World's Smallest Hamburger Eating Contest; On-Line Registration for Zan's National Potato Latke Eating Championship 10/10/06-"The Goose" sets bar at Marina Grille in Brick New Jersey. Tom "Goose" Gilbert gobbled an amazing 32 eggs in 4:30 to qualify for the Super Bowl Finals which will feature Eaters who have won a qualifier during Monday Night Football games at the popular Restaurant and night spot. The question remaining is whether or not the talented young Gobbler has set the bar to high thus discouraging other Eaters from flocking to the National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship. The "Goose" had wiped out the supply of eggs at the Grille and the contest had to be stopped at 4:30 due to the Goose's cannibalism.
Jewish Super star Eaters "Skinny" Scott Soifer and Mike "The Real Skinny" Hoffman will be dedicating themselves to capturing the National Potato Latke Eating Championship in Lake Grove New York on Dec 3rd at Zan's Deli. "Skinny Scott" has advised AICE that this event may be his last. Also, states, Soifer, "It is of cultural importance that the 2006 Champ be of the Jewish faith. I have consulted many Rabbi regarding the importance and extreme significance of this endeavor and I will be equipped to defeat last years Champion Ian "The Invader" Hickman. Hickman, who grew up a Southern Baptist does not doubt the preparation and devotion that these two fine Food Warriors will bring to the table. Hickman has advised AICE that he knows he will have to bring his A-Game. Also, in attendance will be Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky who "shot-out" to an early lead last year only to stumble in the later minutes. The Cannon has reportedly been working on his middle distance skills and should not be over looked. 10/9/06- Coming real soon final details on World Smallest Hamburger Eating Contest at the one and only Clinton Station Diner, home of the Worlds Largest and Smallest Hamburgers. All you crazy eaters start getting together to form teams for the October 28th 1,000 Nano Burger Challenge. 10/9/06- Can you say Canada?? Well we can... but you will have to wait for the details real soon on this upcoming eating extravaganza. 10/8/06- Will the Goose lay the Golden Egg??? WE are not sure, but Tom 'Goose' Gilbert will attempt to qualify for the National Hard Boiled Egg Eating Championship on Super Bowl Sunday at the Marina Grille in Brick, NJ. WE predict the Goose will gobble no less than 51 eggs in the 5 minute time frame, thus making him the coolest guy in the Western Hemisphere since Paul Newman played Cool Hand Luke 10/8/06-Hamburger Challenge: 7.5 lbs total Weight, called the "Sasquatch" at the Big Foot Lodge Memphis Tennessee Undefeated or conquered Monster Burger appropriately titled the "Sasquatch" This burger contains 4lb of meat, toppings and French Fries (On the Side) for a total weight of 7.5 lbs. At the time of this posting (10/06) 600plus Eaters have tried and no one has succeeded. Also, for those not up to the burger they also offer the "Yeti'" which is 18 Scoops of Ice Cream with a monstrous heap of toppings. There are alot of big things going on at the Big Foot Lodge where draft beers are no smaller than 34 oz. We at AICE think that the owner of the BF Lodge should run for president!! 9/30/06- Wing Tut snags Baltimore Pasta Eating Championship!! We all knew it was a matter of time before Wing-Tut Payne (Some people call him Derrick) would win an Eating Title. On September 24th Wing Tut Easily defeated all comers and won the prestigious Baltimore Pasta Eating Championship. Derrik's many friends and eating compatriots are ecstatic over this victory. AICE chairman Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman commented: " Wing-Tut is one of the most fun loving and enthusiastic competitive eaters that I have ever had the pleasure of drinking a beer with. I really look forward to traveling with and hanging out with this Food Warrior in future com petitions..Derrik represents the spirit, image and vision of the independent Eater. Great Job Derrick you are the man!!
It's here, you have waited long enough: The Clinton Station diner announces it's 1,000 day celebration on Saturday October 28th, 2006. Will their celebration include a team competition involving the Worlds Largest Hamburger, "The Mount Olympus" (50 unbelievable pounds)or will it involve the World's smallest Hamburger "The Nano Bite".?
If you want to weigh in and let AICE and Mike Zambas of the Clinton Station Diner know which burger (along with any other ideas) should be used email Chowhound. Their will be fantastic prizes for all the participants and plenty of media on hand!
In the Amateur Division was Shawn "Monday" Algermon, originally from Kingston Jamaica, currently making his home in Mount Vernon New York, by downing 5 Bun & Cheese Sandwiches in Exactly five minutes to take the $400 first prize. In second place was Elijah "Money" Fihmeo who ate 4.0 B&C's Sandwiches followed by Mequan "MS" Scott with 3.75. Fihmeo and Scott won a digital camera and a DVD for their efforts. Kudos to Lexus Chu-Chu and Delores "Momma Deuce" Miller for their enthusiastic participation and bravery in entering this very challenging and difficult caribbean food discipline. Big thanks to Kathy Donohue, Charles and Kathy Tapia for their tireless efforts in making this event a success. Also, a special thanks to the "Voice of Competitive Eating" and resident Hound Trainer Mike "Sisco Kid" for his fantastic job on the mic and going beyond the call of duty. Photos of 2nd Annual Bun & Chese Eating Event: Page 1-Amateur Competition; Page 2-Pro Competition Page 3-Pro Competition
A host of National Eating Champions are expected at the 2nd Annual National Bun & Cheese Eating Championship in Mount Vernon New York during the 6th Annual Arts on Third Art Festival. This event is scheduled for a 1:00 PM start. The Championship Eating contest is sponsored by Caribbean Food Delights and the Royal Caribbean Bakery. Ian “The Invader” Hickman, from Sterling Virginia along with 1/4 National Hot Dog Eating Champion King George Van Laar from Roselle Park New Jersey and Hard Boiled Egg Eating Champion Chris “The American” Schlessinger from Bohemia New York will all be vying for the title of National Bun & Cheese Eating Champion and a bounty of $500. Returning Champion and multi-Title and World Record Holder Gentleman Joe Menchetti crushed the competition last year by downing 8-5oz. Bun & Cheese Sandwiches (One piece of Cheese between two pieces of Caribbean Bun) in an amazing 3:15 seconds. Also, scheduled will be an Amateur contest where the Winner will receive $400. Also, prizes will be given to 2nd & 3rd Place Finishers from both the Professional and Amateur divisions. Note: All Eaters must check in NLT 12:00
King George Van Laar has served notice to all his loyal subjects that he will enter the 2nd Annual Royal Caribbean Bakery Bun & Cheese Eating Championship in Mount Vernon New York during the Arts on Third Festival on September 24th 2006. The King and his Army of New Jersey Loyalists, when conquering a town, will typically pillage the town of its valuable artwork. However, King George has promised to spare the many Art Vendors this fate when he ceremoniously arrives in Mount Vernon at High noon on September 24th, 2006. About the Festival: 8th Annual Arts on Third Festival celebrating the abundance of artistic talent found in Mount Vernon. Over 150 vendors selling crafts, specialty items and original art on Artists Row. 2 food courts, Childrens Row, art and sport demonstrations, theatrical auditions and magnificent live shows on 2 stages featuring local talent and special guest recording artists. The highly successful "Mini Apollo Amatuer Nite" with the "Executioner" and Health and Wellness Pavilion are back by popular demand. Something can be found for everyone - so bring the entire family for a day of fun and entertainment on Third Street. Sponsored by the City of Mount Vernon. Location: 3rd Street - Between 1st and 5th Avenues; Festival Hours: 1 P.M. - 7 P.M. 9/19/06- Southern States Wing Eating Championship Photos: Page 1
Tom "Goose" Gilbert from Hadley Massachusetts sets new standard for Chicken Wings at the First Annual Wing Stop Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship in Pine Bluff Arkansas. "The Goose" gobbled down an amazing 5.6 lbs of Barbecue Chicken wings at the Sixth Annual Smoke on the Water Barbecue. Sonya Thomas set the previous record recorded in a 12-minute contest in 2004 at 5.09 lbs in 12 minutes. Unlike Thomas, Gilbert was subjected to the 30 second "No Chipmunking Rule" and did not have a UNICEF supply of chicken wing meat in his mouth at the end of the contest. In addition, Gilbert consumed 5.6 lbs Chicken meat while observing "Picnic Style Rules". In the case of chicken wings, unlike Thomas, Gilbert removed all meat from the bone using teeth, mouth and lips and did not leave a pile of shredded meat in and around his eating area.
Tied for 2nd was Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum and Ian "The Invader" Hickman who both finished with 4.0 lbs of meat, followed by Derek "Wing Tut" Payne who ate 3.75 lbs (He was penalized .50 lbs for Chipmunking) In 4th was "Musc-Ox McCarthy" who finished with 3.5 lbs.
In what can only be described as an unbelievable performance, newcomer Tom 'the Goose' Gilbert consumed an amazing 5.6 pounds of chicken wings at the first annual Wing Stop Southern Chicken Wing Eating competition. Tied for 2nd place tie with 4.0 was Ian 'the Invader' Hickman and Mark Lyle-the Human Vacuum. Derek 'Wing Tut' Payne placed 3rd with 3.75 Pounds (being assessed with 1/2 pound penalty for chipmuncking); 4th place wiht 3.5 pounds Christian Musk Ox McCarthy. AICE is currently investigating whether or not the 25 year old phenom Goose Gilbert has established a new world record.
9/14/05-She's at it again!! Christina"The Pittsburgh Python" Gumola remains undefeated.Christina gobbled down 8.5 Hot Dogs in five minutes to win tickets to see her beloved Steelers. If you remember from two years ago, the lovely Christina won a Rothlisberger Eating Contest, also for Steeler Tickets. This avid Steeler fan downed a respectable 8.5 Hot Dogs in five minutes in the studio's of 96.1 Kiss FM, Pittsburgh PA during the Mikey & Big Bob Show. Christina fought off a fierce challenge from "Andrea" a 97lb female contestant who tied the Python (Christina) at the end of regulation. However, because Christina had swallowed her Hot Dogs before the scrappy 97 lb Female Food Warrior finished hers, Christina was declared the winner.
9/13/06- Great effort by Gilbert. AICE has just heard from amazing newcomer Tom Gilbert who recently visited the Eagle Deli with a reporter (Stay tuned for the upcoming link). Tom reported that he was disappointed that he did not finish the Reily Burger, which is five pounds of Hamburger and five pounds of Fries. Tom got through the 5lbs of meat in an amazing 10 minutes. Although, Tom was unable to conquer the remaining 2lbs of fries he had gone further than anybody else preceding him. Because of that, we believe he should feel proud and his effort shows the natural ability that he brings to the table. No doubt this young man will be making a major impact on the competitive eating scene in a very short period of time.
This event will be a 10-minute contest sanctioned by the Association of Independent Competitive Eaters. Their will be an initial 7 minute qualifying round followed by a Three minute and/or Championship Speed Eating Round. Top four contestants from each round will go to the finals. Amount consumed in the qualifying round will be added to the amount eaten in the final round to get the Food Warriors totals. EVENT LOCATION: 834 N. Main St. 7 Hwy, Lansing KS 66043, Phone: 913-351-2440 Fax: 913 351 3004 Additional Daniel's Bar-B-Q and Catering location: 215 West Street/HWY 24/40, Tonganoxie KS 66086, F: 913-369-3660
Woman of All Shapes, Sizes & Age are welcome to register. This event will be held during the World Championship Rib Eating Competition on October 15, 2006. Our Distinguished Panel will judge all contestants in following 3 Areas: * 1-Outfit/Attire
Muscox McCarthy will rumble into the Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship, sponsored by Wingstop Restaurants in Pine Bluff Arkansas during the popular Smoke on the Water Barbecue September 16th, 2006. This will be a 15 minute long contest. With the addition of the Muscox, a self described advocate of the endangered Muscox, this contest will feature a match-up between some of America’best young talent. Ian “The Invader” Hickman, a well traveled 23 year old Food Warrior will go up against eating phenoms Tom “The Green Beret of Grub” Gilbert and the aforementioned Muscox. The Muscox has already shown his prowess in the Chicken Wing discipline by establishing a store record of 194 Chicken Wings at the Hooters located in Lexington Kentucky. Muscox, who is the National Strawberry Eating Champion, has written AICE and promises to be in “full force” and feels confident that he will graze to glory. Although Gilbert does not have a national title yet, he performed on an elite level and beat several fantastic professionals in his first contest ever during the annual World Italian Sausage Eating Contest in Boston last July. Mark Lyle “The Human Vacuum” will also stake his claim to the Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship. Lyle, has been one of the hottest eaters on the scene and has grabbed two national Eating titles in the last four months and has a stellar Chicken Wing Eating resume.
The Marina Grille of Brick New Jersey in affiliation with America's Best Eater's Organization, The Association of Independent Competitive Eaters will be holding the National Hardboiled Egg Eating Championship. The Finals will be scheduled on Superbowl Sunday (2/4/07)preceeded by qualifiers occurring at half time during the weekly Monday Night Football Game. Weekly Winners will win prizes (TBA) and the chance to compete for $2,000 in Cash and a trip to Las Vegas! This will be a five minute contest to determine America's undisputed, #1 Hard Boiled Egg Eating Champion. Stop talking about being the best damn Egg Eater in the USA and come to one of New Jersey's favorite Restraunts and night spots and prove it! Stay tuned for more info and on-line Registration
AICE received a message last week in hieroglyphics and has hired a linguist to decod the message and provide a translation. The secret message (no longer secret) reveals the following: "Nine months and many contests ago I began my reign in the Pittsburgh Wing Bowl. I've learned many lessons in many contests since then, and will arrive in Arkansas stronger than I've ever been. Derek “Wing-Tut” Payne will turn back advances on his land by the Invader, thwart the efforts of the Green Beret, and have his Queen put the Vacuum in the closet. I’ve sailed from the Nile, across the sea to the Mississippi and I will cruise to a victory in Pine Bluff, Arkansas!.."
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The Amateur contest was filled with excitement as the unconventional 18 year old Maxwell “Max-Demon” Doherty, accompanied by his lovely girlfriend shocked the crowd with an amazing 15.5 Latke performance in only five minutes. The 6’6” sub 200 lb Demon quickly became a crowd favorite as he quickly separated himself from the other contestants utilizing a style that can only be described as intensely funny however effective. AICE Chairman Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman who emceed the event could not restrain himself as he delighted in the exquisite silliness and intensity demonstrated by this young man: “This young man symbolizes the spirit of AICE, combining both eating ability and shtick” Also, Chapman asserts, “I’m sure you will be seeing plenty more of “Max-Demon” in the future where he will certainly continue the tradition of great long Island Eaters.. I can’t wait.” In second place was New Brunswick NJ native Paul “More Please” Endien who ate a respectable 12 Latkes followed by Mastic Long Island’s own Mike “Kid Graz” Graziano with 11.9 Latkes. Kudos to Joseph Dipaola (11.0) and Debbie “The Package” Sisco (9).
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Championship by narrowly defeating Gentleman Joe Menchetti by consuming 3.84 lbs of Ribs in 10 minutes. Gentleman Joe Menchetti lost by the smallest of margins consuming a grand total of 3.80 lbs. The charismatic Chris "The American" Schlesinger completed the sweep with a grand total of 2.97 lbs.
Champ, World Elvis Sandwich Eating Champions, National Spoon Bread Eating Champion, National Latke Eating Champion) along with 4 time National 1/4 Hot Dog Eating Champ and Roselle Park, NJ native King George Van Laar and World Pickle and Chili Eating Champion and World Record Holder Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman from Oceanside, NY. Other Top Food Warriors and local challengers will also weigh-in for the title of World Nano Burger Eating Champions.
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