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In the News July and August 2006
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!.."
Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" and Ian "The Invader" Hickman are set to clash at the First Annual Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship to take place during the Smoke on the Water Barbecue Festival September 16th in Pine Bluff Arkansas. These two Food Warriors have traded wins at several national level eating championships and are looking forward to this September show down. According to AICE Chairman Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman "The feathers will really be flying during this contest because of the regional significance that this contest holds for Hickman and Lyle. Hickman, who grew up in Tennessee, Kentucky and now lives in Virginia believes that his Southern roots and pride will propel him to a victory as it did against a host of top Eaters when he won the World Elvis Sandwich Eating Contest in June of 2006. "My heritage and love of Southern Food gives me a decisive edge." Hickman adds, "Destiny will declare me the winner of the Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship on September 16th." Also expected to compete for this prestigious title will be one of America's most promising newcomers, Tom "The Green Beret of Grub" Gilbert who defeated Hickman in his first ever eating contest during the "World Italian Sausage Eating Championship" Gilbert declined to comment due to the classified nature of his mission to Arkansas on September 16th, 2006." Also, Derek "Wing Tut" Payne from Pennsylvania, who is a rising star in Competitive Eating and believes that this contest is Taylor-made for him and that he can capture the Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship title based on his Pittsburgh Wing Bowl experience where he was among the leaders in the qualifying rounds for the 2006 event. According to Chapman, "I've cautioned all of these fine grub gladiators that they should not underestimate Arkansas pride and chicken wing experience or they might find themselves congratulating the next new eating sensation from Arkansas."
8/24/06-Congratulations to Chris "The General of Chicken Wings" Patton (Also known as Bigness and the Juggernaut) for downing 160 Chicken Wings at the Hooters store in Polaris Ohio. It has been alleged that "The General" was awarded two Hooters waitresses for this accomplish (see picture) but we have not been able to confirm. Despite the lack of proof regarding the bounty, we predict that the Hooters Store in Ohio will experience a huge increase in their Wing sales over the next year and beyond.
8/23/06- National Corn on the Cob Eating Championship- Photos
The Balls will be bouncing on March 17th, 2007 as the Meat Frenzy known as the 2nd Annual Bartolini's American Meatball Eating Championship takes place. Expect all the delicious craziness (Perhaps the ceremonious dropping of the Monster Meatball to commemorate Bartolini's Anniversary) and the return of the 2nd Annual Ms. Meatball Pageant. Also, their will be a renewed interest by many of the talented Local Food Warriors to claim the American Meatball Eating Championship for their beloved state of Illinois. It is expected that Meatball purchases in the state of Illinois will sky- rocket from September 1st, 2006 through 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 desperado's from AICE will be planning fun stuff to make this event a Meatball-Marvelous success. Contest format will remain the same as their will be two 7 minute qualifying rounds followed by a three Minute Championship Speed Eating round. Stay tuned for On-line registration for both the Eating Contest and the Ms. Meatball America Pageant.
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8/18/06-artilce appeared in Colorado Life Style Magazine: Calling All Food Warriors: Compete in the National County Fair Eating Championship at the Boulder County Fair. “A Championship Eating Contest reflects the spirit, excitement, and the love for fun that Americans have always attached to the county fair experience." 8/17/07- Article about Windmill Competition which appeared in Night and Day Magazine 8/16/06-In preparation for the 68th Annual Cornfest in Ortonville, Minnesota Coondog O'Karma will be running his jaws August 17th on local radio stations KPHR 106 FM, KDIO, and KSMD. 8/16/06- Eating Challenge Page has been updated So, you cant find an eating competition but you're hungry as hell and need a good challenge before your next competition? Don't get discouraged because there may be a 72 oz steak, 7lb hamburger or oversized Pizza with your name on it. There are a few places that will not only excuse your bill and hoist your name or picture on their hall of fame wall (or similar locale) but also offer a bounty. Please, if anybody knows of a restaurant, offering a food challenge that is not listed below please e-mail AICE with the details or link. We will make sure its posted. Also, we encourage anybody considering a visit to one of these places confirm with the particular eating establishment that the offer is still valid. We would love any short stories about your adventure at these locations or any eating event. This page is listed under the drop down box for In The News 8/15/06- National Windmill Hot Dog Eating Championship Photos Page 1 Page 2
***Update on upcoming Chicken Wing Eating championship sponsored by Wingstop! The “Green Beret of Grub” could not say where he received his secret orders from (or he would have had to eat me). However, he was able to say that his mission will be to rid the competitive eating landscape of dangerous and subversive elements. He could be taking a secret flight or perhaps he might parachute into the Arkansas mountains....We don't really know. We do know that Tom "The Green Beret of Grub" Gilbert is a brave and skilled US Army trained Food Warrior who has been given the mission of restoring order in this "chicken-torn" region of the world during the upcoming Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship to take place on September 16th at the annual Smoke on The Water Barbecue Festival in Pine Bluff Arkansas. Also, "The Green Beret of Grub" will attempt to infiltrate the Secret Eating Order of Ian “The Invader” Hickman while also avoiding the mighty winds and currents of the Human Vacuum (Mark Lyle). This will not be an easy mission, but one this dedicated Food Warrior will see to the very end.
8/14/06- David "Coondog" O'Karma salutes the crowd after winning the first Ohio Hamburger Eating contest at the inaugural National Hamburger Festival on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2006, in Akron, Ohio. O'Karma ate four and half Big Boy hamburgers in eight minutes to defeat nine challengers. 8/14/06-Coondog stirs pot in Minnesota! The electric, enigmatic and somewhat controversial Coondog O'Karma has been heard on the Radio in the tri-state area(s) of North & South Dakota and Minnesota challenging anybody who thinks they can take his Corn-on-the-Cob title. Coondog has been reported to have said that: "As the "World Record Holder" the last thing I need to worry about is some country boy from "Nowhere USA beating me and taking my record.". Also, the Veteran Food Warrior further states that the so-called "Competitors" on Sunday August 20th, 2006 will "go down like the many tripple and quadruple X sized country boys that have fallen before them." Leland "Hog Wild" Nelson who will be competing this Sunday believes that Coondog is going to be taught a lesson of humility and will be soundly defeated at the National Corn-on-the-Cob Championship. Also, Big Mike Andersen who is know as "Corn Bin" Andersen states that he can't wait to yank the crown off of Coondog's partially shaven head and claim the Championship for all Minnesotians (Ed Suba Jr./Akron Beacon Journal)
Gentleman Joe Menchetti, rebounds to win the Chef-One Annual Dumpling Eating Contest in Flushing Meadow Park. Less than 24 hours prior to his record setting performance, Menchetti lost his National 1/4 Hot Dog Eating title, but seemed to have redemption on his mind as he established a new World Record by downing an amazing 49 Chinese dumplings in a mere 2:00 minutes to break his previous record of 47 dumplings. Gentleman Joe took home $1,000 for his efforts. In second place was Ian “the Invader” Hickman who gobbled down 42 Dumplings to earn the second spot and $500 second place prize. In third place was the semi-retired “Chowhound” Chapman who ate 39 Dumplings and Earned $300 for his third place effort. When asked about his retirement status Chapman stated: “I’m absolutely retired. My participation at the Chef One Annual Dumpling Eating Contest was simply an eating exhibition occurring during a eating contest and I somehow did well enough to win consideration for third place.... a totally unexpected consequence…...please consider me officially retired." In the Woman’s Competition a shocking upset occurred whereby two time returning champion and clear pre-race favorite, “Fabulous” Floria Lee lost to Queens Noodle Eating champion Tang Ta Way. Lee who is the Woman’s record holder with an amazing 33 dumplings and is considered as good as most male Professional Eaters by Competitive Eating fans, fell short of last years total by finishing with 29 Dumplings. Tang Ta Way, a postal worker from Queens New York amazed the crowd by devouring 31 dumplings in two minutes. Both Women and Men’s division winners showed great strength and Chef One has arrived on the Competitive Eating scene as one of the premiere competitive eating events on the New York landscape. Congratulations to Chef One, TMI and all their affiliates for a well run contest and most importantly, for having a contest that all American’s are allowed to participate in. 8/14/06-Hometown hero and AICE founder, Coondog O'Karma showed he could still wolf them down as he picnic-styled his way through 5 Big Boy doubles in front of 1,200 hometown fans in Canal Park Saturday at the National Hamburger Festival. Full report of all winners Hamburger festival.
King George Van Laar fought off the unrelenting charge of Ian 'The Invader' Hickman and the great Gentleman Joe Menchetti to win back his crown of Windmill National 1/4 Hot Dog Eating Champion. All food warriors battled bite to bite with several lead changes as the notoriously enthusiastic Bar Anticipation patrons maddly cheered the gurgitory gladiators. The hopes, prayers, dreams (and perhaps a few side bets) of all New Jersians seem to be suspended in mid-air as the judges scrambled for their measuring sticks during several moments of uncertainty as teh officials attempted to determining who would be the next Windmill National 1/4 Hot Dog Eating Champion. After some analysis and reanalysis King George was declared the winner with 12.75 meat monsters to Hickman's 12.66 meat monsters. In third place was pre-race favorite and two time returning champ Gjoe with 11.75. In the 4th spot was the much improved Chris 'The American' Schlesinger who gobbled down 9.5 tree trunk size hot dogs a two- tree performance from last year's effort. The young rookie and representing WRAT 95.5 Brian 'Eatin'' Keaton consumed a very respectable 9 monster meat missles thus further solidifying the excellent showing by NJ EATaletes by taking the 5th spot. In addition, Eatin' captured the amateur trophy for 1st place. The much heralded Pat 'The Lunch Liqudator' Lyons who had been predicted to finish among the top finishers was only able to manage 8 1/4 pound hot dogs. Also 18 year old Joe ' The Tank' Capitummaio, who had been predicted to finish in the top 5 and had personally hoped for 10, mustered 7 hot dogs. Eatin', The Liquidator and The Tank learned valuable early career lessons and will be definite contenders for the future eating circuit. AICE would like to Thank WRAT for providing the great sounds and live coverage throughout the day and for their continued support of AICE events. This event would not be complete without Windmilletes. Special thanks to these girls for their coaching and support of their eaters. Apparently several Windmilletes have received marriage proposals after the event. Several hours before the contest many New Jersians sat around tables at the popular Bar A and contemplated the future of NJ and its political leadership gap. After the contesst, you could hear the loud and enthusiastic cheer of many New Jersians the immediate appointemnt of King George as their leader. One particulare NJ native asked the victorious King George if he could do anything about taxes, the Great King George replied 'if I can eat over 12 Windmill Hot Dogs, anything is possible'. 8/11/06- On Line Registration for Southern States Chicken Wing Eating Championship 8/11/06 National County Fair Eating Championship Photos of Eating Event: Page 1; Page 2
Stay tuned for more info this spectacular gathering! Daniel's Bar-B-Q and Catering is known for it's mouth watering barbecue dishes and it's number #1 rating among all Barbecue establishments in Kansas 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
Several local Eaters, such as Arron Enger, Travis Sherrod, Kevin “Chief” Bellefeuille and Robert Radtke are determined to bring the title of National Corn on the Cob Champion to this region of the country. All contestants will receive a certificate signed by Chapman which certifies that they competed against World Record Holder Coondog O’Karma. Apparently, several certificates are also being produced which state that “I have beaten the World Record Holder.” For List of the great schedule of events click here: event schedule 8/10/06-Predictions for upcoming ChefOne Chinese Dumpling Eating Contest:
Woman's Winner: Fabulous Floria Lee 38 Dumplings
For more info on the "Wing Experts" go to Wingstop. The Smoke on the Water Barbecue is also known as one of the most exciting festivals with a full line-up of music, entertainment and the best barbecue cookers in all of America! Let's see. The best Eaters... Chicken Wings.. and the best barbecue Festival..Think it's going to be fun? You bet! For more info click on Smoke on the Water Festival
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!”
8/8/06-Bun & Cheese Update: The 2nd Annual Bun & Cheese Eating Contest will occur on Sunday September 24th, 2006 during the City of Mount Vernon "Arts on Third Festival" . In addition to Art this festival will also include music and food. On-lIne Registration for Eating Competition
8/8/06-Kuddos to the folks at the 2nd Annual Cuba New York Garlic Festival scheduled to take place on September 16th, 2006 in Cuba, New York. This years' festival will feature a Garlic Hot Dog Eating Contest (Hot Dogs that contain Garlic) utilizing "Picnic Style Rules". The folks from the Cuba New York Garlic Festival had contacted AICE regarding their desire to do a eating contest that would uphold the dignity, values and tradition of the Hot Dog. Because a certain unnamed nationally broadcasted Hot Dog Eating Contest had created fear, distrust and outright moral indignity amongst the towns folks, they had considered wether or not to have a contest that would possibly erode their sense of patriotism and pride of being an American, should it take on similar dimensions to the unpatriotic and vulgar display that Americans witnessed on July 4th, 2006. The Festival organizers sought AICE's guidance so that they could have a fun, exciting contest without traumatizing the young children of Cuba New York. Again, "Picnic Style Rules" have saved the day! For more info regarding the festival go to: Cuba Garlic Festival
Photos: Qualifiers for Finals; Photos:Kids Cotton Candy Eating Contest. Photos: AICE on the Road again
Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" tore through Corn Dogs (6), Watermelon (2lbs), Two Monster Funnel Cakes and a spool of cotton candy in an unbelievable 5:45 to capture the National County Fair Eating Championship. Spectators, as well as other Eaters, looked on in amazement as the determined Lyle showed America that the Human Vacuum is unmatched by anybody in this event. Second place finisher Ian "The Invader" Hickman (7:42) who has traded victories in the past with Lyle conceded that the Columbus Ohio Native put on a dominating performance. "What can I say, Lyle was unbelievable today" In addition to being the Nations #1 County Fair Gobbler, The "Vacuum" also took home $600 for his efforts and the awe and admiration and fear of all those who watched. In third place was Chris "The American Schlesinger who was a few bites short of completing his funnel cake at the 10:00 minute mark. Congratulations to Charlie "The Hairy Beast" Newens who captured the Amateur title by completing the corn dogs, watermelon and 1/3 of his first funnel cake in 10:00 minutes. Rico"Right Hook" Mean an amateur contestant from Lafayette Colorado who had fought several times for the Lightweight Title conceded that Competitive Eating is a tough sport. 1st Place: Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum 5:45 minutes 2nd Place: Ian "The Invader" Hickman 7:42 mintues 3rd Place: Chris "The American" Schlesinger Amateur Division 1st Place:Charlie "Hairy Beast" Newens 2nd Place: Matt "Chucky" L Tie for 3rd Place: Michael 'Skittles' English, Ford 'The Revolution' Anderson, Alex 'The Ox' Coe
Once again Gentleman Joe Menchetti captured the title of NJ Toasted Italian Sub-eating Champ by downing a record performing 6.75 subs, followed by Ian ‘The Invader’ Hickman who had 6.33 subs and Mark Lyle-‘The Human Vacuum’ who ate 6.0 Italian Subs. Gjoe never had the luxury of cruise control during his awesome performance as all three food warriors battled neck and neck for the entire 10 minutes in 90* heat. WPLJ’s own Brad Blanks and AICE’s Sisco Kid and Arnie ChowHound Chapman provided commentary and many laughs during this subtacular event. King George Van Laar who fell short of his goal of bringing the sub title back to NJ gave a gutty performance and finished 4th with 5 3/4 subs. King George showed a great deal of class by congratulating the winners and thanking the crowd for their support. Special Thanks to Derek ‘King Tut’ Payne and Steve “The Electrician” for a stellar job enforcing picnic style rules and judging the competition. 1st- Gentleman Joe Menchetti 6.76- New Record; Wallingford, CT 2nd- Ian ‘the Invader’ Hickman 6.33; Sterling, VA 3rd- Mark Lyle ‘The Human Vacuum’ 6.0; Gahana, OH 4th- King George Van Laar 5.75; Roselle Park, NJ 5th- Chris ‘The American’ Schlesinger 5.13 Bohemia, NY 6th-Tied with 4.5: Christian ‘MuscOx’ McCarthy {who was *penalized for chipmunking} and Lew ‘The Chew’ Porchiazzo; Colonie, NJ 7th- ‘Full Plate’ Frank Dimeglio 4.0; Robinsville, NJ 8th -Tied with 4: Chris ‘Mr Amazing’ Curio- Porchester, MN and Mike ‘the Italian Stallion’ Grove 9th- Chris ‘Juggernaut of Eating’ Patton 3.75 Blacklick, OH 10th- Joel ‘The Cannon’ Podelesky 3.5; Laurence Harbour, NJ Vinny “Watch My Stomach Grow’ Dimeglio –unfortunate reversal
7/31/06- 2nd Annual Quick Chek Toasted Itlaian Sub Eating Competition Photos Page 1 Page 2
7/29/06- GJoe ascends to new heights at the 2nd Annual Quick Chek Toasted Italian Subs. Gentleman Joe takes Quick Chek beating out Ian 'The Invader' Hickman by a few bites and sets a new World Record with 6 3/4 subs downed. Mark Lyle -the Human Vacuum places third with 6.0 subs. Full story and photographs to follow
7/27/06-Ian "The Invader" Hickman, Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" and Chris "The American Schlesinger" will be battling for the title of National County Fair Eating Championship at the Boulder County Fair on August 5th, 2006. Also, these Food Warriors will battle some eager challengers from Colorado who would like nothing more than to claim the title for their beloved and beautiful state of Colorado. 7/27/06- Event Schedule set for National County Fair Eating Championship. Prizes: 1st Place: $600; 2nd Place $300, 3rd Place $100 
** Top 3 qualify for National County Fair Eating Championship on Saturday Pro Eaters will get a bye to the Finals on Saturday, August 5th. 7/26/06- 2nd Annual World Italian Sausage Eating Championship Photos Page 1 Page 2
7/25/06-Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky, a man of unshakable integrity will be serving as an Honorary Judge this Saturday at the NJ Quick Chek Festival of Ballooning. The Cannon, who practices and knows "picnic style rules" better than most has been sworn in by AICE Chairman Arnie "Chowhound" Chapman to preserve the dignity of the Original Toasted Italian Sub. Although Joel is one of the nicest guys on the planet he will be strictly enforcing Picnic Style Rules. Also, the New Jersey State Police will be notified to watch out for any violations as well. Please stay tuned for final confirmation regarding Check in. Remember, This is a huge festival so all those that are attending as Contestants, Fans or as a member of an Eater's Entourage should plan to be there well in advance of Check-in time 7/25/06: BURP! Marshall's first professional eating contest goes down smoothly, Mlive.com, The Kalamazoo Gazette, by William R. Wood
Flushing Meadow Park, Queens, NY during the Dragon Boat Festival. Open to all eaters however you must register by August 7, 2006. Downloadable Registration Form Photo at right from last year PRIZES: 1st place is $1000, 2nd Place is $500 and 3rd Place is $300 in both Male and Female Divisions.
1. Gentleman Joe Menchetti: 6.75 2. Musc-Ox McCarthy 6.50 3. Lew “The Chew” Porchiazzo 6.0 4. Ian “The Invader” Hickman 5.75 5. King George Van Laar 5.33 6. Mark Lyle “The Human Vacuum” 5.20 7. Chris “Mr. Amazing” Curto 5.10
8. “Full Plate” Frank DiMeglio 5.0 9. Joshua “The Lumberjack” Hearn 4.75 10. Vinny “Watch my Stomach Grow” DiMeglio 4.75 11. Chris “the American” Schlesinger 4.60 12. Chris “The Juggernaut” Patton 4.50 13. Mike “The Italian Stallion” Grove 3.90 7/21/06- 5th Annual Beef Eating Championship - Photos page 1; Page 2; Page 3 Photos page 2 3rd Annual Independence Day Hamburger Eating Competition 7/20/06- AICE rankings have been updated
Ortonville, MN which will be having it’s 64th Annual Cornfest on the August 20th has decided to resurrect the Corn Eating Championship. Although historical information is currently being gathered, the Ortonville, MN Cornfest’s corn on the cob Eating championship had once been a popular event but had been discontinued. The great folks of Ortonville along with Sponsors have decided to resurrect this event in a big way by bringing in World Corn on the Cob Record Holder Dave Coondog O’Karma to defend his World Record of 31 Cobs (4.25 lbs) in 10 minutes. Coondog will be issuing a special challenge to the Midwest and America that he will defeat all comers. More details coming soon! 7/19/06- Congratulations to Bob "Killer" Kuhns in his recent victory at the All-American Hot Dog Eating Contest sponsored by Rock Bottom which is located on the Pittsburgh Waterfront. The Killer ate 12 Hot Dogs and Buns in only five minutes while Derek "Wing-Tut" Payne took 2nd with a respectable 9.75 HD's & Buns. Each contestant was given 12 buns and 16 dogs. Contestants could NOT eat all the buns, then all the dogs or vice versa. They were allowed to put them together, or eat them separately, but they had to do 1 dog and 1 bun.
7/18/06- After winning Italian Sausage in Boston, Gjoe drove down to The Starboard in Dewey Beach, Delaware and won Wings to Go's 17th annual Suicide Wing Eating Contest in which you are not allowed anything to drink during the contests 30 minutes. Gjoe beat the old record and a 3 time champ while downing 141 of these suicide flavored wings. 7/17/06-Photos from 1st Annual World Reuben Eating Competition: Page 1; Page 2
Rookie Rocks & Shocks East Boston at the Annual Italia Unita Sausage Eating Championship! First time contestant Thomas Gilbert, a Competitive Eating enthusiast prior to his participation in the 2nd annual World Italian Sausage Eating Championship in East Boston, almost pulled off an unbelievable upset when he narrowly missed defeating returning champion Gentleman Joe Menchetti by downing 3.68 Sweet Italian Sausages in 10 minutes to Menchetti's record breaking 3.86 lbs. Although much of the crowd was behind New England's number one Competitive Eater, Gentleman Joe Menchetti, they also cheered madly for Thomas Gilbert who was quickly dubbed "The Unknown Eater". Gilbert, who works for the state of Massachusetts and is an Army Reservist, battled Menchetti all the way to the end, creating one of the most exciting competitive eating battles in 2006. Also, credit must be given to Ian "The Invader" Hickman, Joshua "The Lumberjack" Hearne and Chris"The Juggernaut" Patton who not only showed great enthusiasm as Food Warriors but also were great Entertainers as well. Although Menchetti and Gilbert finished 1st & 2nd in the standings all of these Eaters stayed close with the leaders for the first part of the contest. The 400+ crowd, however, was the MVP as they showed great East Boston pride and spirit and eagerly cheered all of the Eaters. Congratulations to AICE Mid-West Chapter in the successful completion of their inaugural event -World Reuben Eating Championship in Marshall, Michigan. Special thanks to AICE Coondog O'Karma, Regional Coordinator and Mark Lyle, Director of Research & Development for their many hours and tireless efforts in making this a premier competitive eating event. You an look forward to the mid-west chapter sanctioning many more events.
With heat indexes above 105 degrees mother nature and AICE did their parts to heat up the action at the Marshall Blues Festival in Historic Marshall, MI. Over 400 eating fans witnessed the fiercely competitive action at the 1st Annual Pastrami Joe's World Reuben Eating Championship. Mike and Libby Caron, owners of Pastrami Joe's, coordinated the event to benefit the Children's Advocacy Center of Calhoun County Michigan. The winner of the Amateur division went to "BIG JAKE" Casey who consumed 2 1/8 of the 1 pound delicacies known as the Pastrami Joe's Reuben Sandwiches in 5 minutes. He was followed closely Dale Greer and Jay Morris who consumed two sandwiches each. Cranky Bob Warner jumped out to an early lead but was found guilty of a "PICNIC PROFANITY" (Shirt stuffing)* by celebrity judge Lou Giannunzia and was promptly run out of town. Photo Left: Mark "The Human Vacuum" Lyle acknowledges the crowd as the winner in the professional eating division of the Reuben eating contest. {Doug Allen/The Enquirer} The Pro contest was another hotly contested battle between Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" and Chris "The American" Schlesinger for the coveted World Reuben Eating Title. Lyle jumped out to a half sandwich lead as the sweat rolled and the corned beef delicacies disappeared. The American made his move in the last minute of the competition and nearly caught the punch drunk Human Vacuum. When the judging was final it was Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" edging out Chris "The American" Schlesinger while 3rd was deemed a tie between Pete "Broken Wing" Maurizio and Chuck "The Chomper" Davidson. Michigan hopefuls Christian "Eater Y" Wilson and Jared "the Tank" Riker finished 4th and 5th respectively. All and all it was a great day with an OHIO STATE BUCKEYE taking "the iron" home from Michigan, AGAIN!!!! Pro Eaters Final standings 2nd Place: Chris "The American' Schlesinger with 3.50 sandwiches 3rd Tied: Pete "Broken Wing" Maurizio and Chuck "The Chomper" Davidson with 3 sandwiches Reuben-eating contest helps kids, Stacy Hanna- article in the The Enquirer To view The Reuben Eating Contest video clip scroll to bottom of article under On The Web: click on The Reuben EAting Contest and watch amateurs chow down More about both events and photos to follow.....
7/11/06-Our deepest sympathy goes out to Musc-Ox McCarthy who recently suffered the terrible loss of several High School friends who died tragically in a car accident. Musc-Ox, hang in there and please believe that time helps heal the unbearable pain you must be feeling. On a more positive note Joshua "The Lumberjack" Hearne's wife recently gave birth (7/1/06) to Baby Lumberjack, Joshua William Hearne weighing in at 10lbs 2oz. (Without the Ax.) Not only will the mid-region of New York States Food Supply be in serious jeopardy but the Timber supply doesn't stand a chance. The Lumberjack reported to AICE that, " They had to directly hook him to a Cow milking machine after they cut him loose in order to keep him fed." The Lumberjack had to bow-out of the National Beef Patty Eating Championship to provide care to his poor wife who had to endure giving birth to Lumberjack, Jr.. Fear not friends of the forest, because the Lumberjack says he has been sharpening his Ax because he now has another mouth to feed.
In the Pro-contest, the Big Man who stole the show for the fourth consecutive year was none other than multi-title holder and New England's #1 Competitive Eater Gentleman Joe Menchetti, who has become a real crowd favorite at this event. Big Joe ate an impressive 11 3/4 beef patties to set a New World standard for he 5 minute Beef Patty Eating Contest. In 2nd place was Chris "the American" Schlesinger, who ate 8 1/8 to win a digital camera. "The Savage" Cowley gobbled (or perhaps massacred) 8 beef patties to win a DVD player. Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky finished with 6.5 followed by Brooklyn Pickle Eating Champ Mike "Sisco Kid". AICE thanks all the folks from Caribbean Food Delights, Royal Caribbean Bakery and Jerk Qzine, all of it's patrons for making the 5th Annual National Beef Eating Championship on exciting and fun event!
Last year's Quick Chek final event photos IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you have previously registered for the Quick Chek's Bridgewater Qualifier you must call Chairman Chowhound as soon as possible and confirm your registration. If we do not hear from you again by e-mail or on the Food-phone 516 632-9794 your registration will be cancelled. There are a limited number of spots and priority will be given to those who have previously registered and have also contacted Chowhound. This announcement does not apply to Professional Eaters King George Van Laar, Chris "The Juggernaut" Patton, Elliot "The Savage" Cowley and Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky. 7/7/06- 3rd Annual Coney Island Independence Day Hamburger Eating Competition- photos page 1
Kudos to Joe "The Reverend" Rasmassen, James "The Conqueror" Quigley and Tom "Sparky" Antoniello for their efforts. Rostislave "The Slav" Spitovsky and Jason "Monkey" DeHenzel satisfied some cravings by munching on a few burgers. Our two female competitors will be back next year for a rematch, hats off to Michele "The Asian Overlord" Yin and Zarinah "Z the Thunder" Williams. Thanks to Stephanie, the RN for being on hand, just in case.
7/3/06-Columbus natives and AICE eaters, Chris "The Juggernaut" Patton and Mark Lyle-The Human Vacuum appeared on Columbus radio station 99.7 Rock on the Grego and Mo show to munch wings and promote AICE in Buckeye country! Good job, guy! Go Bucks! Go AICE!
7/2/06-AICE hits 50,000! In a little over two years AICE has grown like wildfire. Thanks to all the wonderful eaters, sponsors, and fans that have truly made AICE the competitive eating site with a heart as big as it's belly
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8/11/06- The National Corn-on-the Cob Eating Championship to take place at “high noon” on Sunday August 20th, 2006 at Ortonville Minnesota’s 68th Annual Cornfest is becoming one of the most anticipated events in recent Ortonville history. Special thanks to sponsors Big Stone Broadcasting, Power 106.3, KBWS, KMSD & KDIO, Northern Lights Ethano, Cenex convenience stores of Milbank & Ortonville, Milbank Ford for their generous support. The radio stations, South Dakota AP Wire and local Newspapers have all broadcasted a “call to arms” in the tri-state area to come and compete against World Record Holder Dave “Coon Dog” O’Karma. “Make no mistake about it”, says AICE Chairman Arnie “Chowhound” Chapman, who will be MC for the event, “This event represents more than the trophies and $500 dollars in prize money for the top three finishers … it represents regional pride that has been busting at the seems and waiting to be recognized by America.” Ortonville, which is located in Western Minnesota near the North & South Dakota Boarders has been largely ignored by the competitive eating community until now. The hard working and humble folks from this region of the United States, many of Scandinavian descent, are fantastic Food Warriors who have not had the opportunity to show their eating prowess to the rest of America and are eagerly awaiting this opportunity. 
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8/3/06- Seeerious Ting mon!! It's ON!! The 2nd Annual Royal Caribbean Bakery National Bun and Cheese Eating Championship will take place in Mt. Vernon, NY on Sunday, Sept 24, 2006. Will the Great Gentleman Joe Menchetti repeat as National Bun and Cheese Eating Champion? Apparently William 'the Pride of Jamaica' Wayne who was the only eater to challenge Gjoe last year has been training in the mountains of Jamaica preparing for this momentous event. Although Gentleman Joe has been a crowd favorite at the CAribbean Food Delight festivals, the Jamaica people have been yearning for the return of a Jamaican Champion. Also expect Jamaican Eater 'Mr. Biggs' to be a front runner in his bid to be the National Bun and Cheese Eating Champ
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8/1/06- Ian "The Invader" Hickman, accompanied by Chowhound Chapman, tackled J&R's 76 oz. Steak Challenge by recording one of the best times ever. Chapman, part MC and part coach during the conquest, watched in amazement as Hickman gobbled down the "Massive Meat Monster" in a mere 17:47 seconds. What made this effort even more spectacular is that the 23 year old had competed in the Quick Chek New Jersey Toasted Italian Sub Contest the previous day and also recorded one of the best efforts for that event as well. Ian thanks the group of Long Islanders (J&R patrons) for their enthusiasm and cheers. In completing the challenge, Hickman bested many of America's top Food Warriors who have taken the steak on. We at AICE hope that Ian Hickman finally gets the recognition he deserves as an Elite Eater and for being among the very best
7/25/06- National Corn on the Cob Eating Championship; Ortonville, Minnesota-August 20th, 2006. Cornfest is great fun for all ages, parade, arts and crafts, races and games, FREE hot buttered sweet corn, music, Arts in the Park, air show and car show, sailing regatta, street dance, FIREWORKS, Contact the Chamber to be a vendor or parade participant. Don't miss this fun weekend.
7/23/06-Chef One Annual Chinese Dumpling Eating Contest being held at 
7/23/06-Quick Chek Predictions:
The 2nd Annual Original Toasted Italian Sub Eating Championship which will take place at the New Jersey Festival of Ballooning at in Readington NJ on July 29th, 2006, will undoubtedly be one of the premiere competitive eating contests of 2006. It is hard to remember a group of established veterans and rising stars all competing at the same table. If any of the Eaters feel that they will do better than what we have predicted, we urge you to use this as motivation in your effort to capture the glorious crown of New Jersey Italian Sub Eating Champion.
7/19/06-Ortonville, Minnesota and AICE team up for the National Corn on the Cob Eating Championship August 20th, 2006!!!!
7/18/06- AICE has just received word from Chef One and TMI Food Group that they will again host their Annual Chinese Dumpling Eating Contest during the Dragon Boat Festival in Flushing Meadow Park on August 13th. Please note that this is an Independent Eating Contest that some AICE Eaters will participate in (Hurry up- deadline is 8-7-06) but is not sanctioned by AICE. All are free to enter as long as you get your registration in by the deadline. 1st place is $1000, 2nd Place is $500 and 3rd Place is $300 in both Male and Female Divisions. 
Big appetites and generous hearts shared the competitive eating table at the 1st Annual Pastrami Jones' World Reuben Sandwich Eating Championship.
7/16/06- While in Boston some AICE eaters made a stop at the famous Eagle Deli for their Cowabunga and Reilly burger challenge 
7/13/06-It's going to be a SUB-tacular Showdown! The table has been set for the 2nd Annual Quick Chek Toasted Italian Sub Eating Championship. NJ Hot Dog legend King George Van Laar made a successful return from retirement to lead the way and win the 3rd and final Italian Sub Qualifier. The King who has been commissioned by the citizenry of NJ to capture the prestigious title. King George did not disappoint his subjects by consuming a kingly five toasted Italian subs in 10 minutes. He was followed by the pesky Vinny "Watch My Stomach Grow" Dimeglio who finished with 4.6 subs. In third place was Chris "The Juggernaut of Eating" Patton who consumed 4.5. Frank "Full Plate Dimeglio, who is a collegiate chicken wing eating champion, qualified for the Wild Card spot by gobbling 4.3 subs.
7/9/06- Big Men steal the day at Meritone Family Festival. The 5th Annual Caribbean Food Delights National Beef Patty Eating Championship. First it was the amateur contestant Clinton "Mr Biggs" Higgins, currently from Brooklyn, originally from Jamaica who chowed downed 8 4.5 oz beef patty's in a mere five minutes (a total that would have landed him in the top 3 in the pro contest). In 2nd place was Paul "More Please" Enden from E. Brunswick, NJ who ate 6.5 patties followed by the lovely Debbie "the Package" Sisco who gobbled down 4 patties. Mr Biggs took home $400, "More Please" Enden took home a digital camera while "the Package" earned a DVD Player for 3rd.
7/9/06- With the excitement growing over the First Annual Reuben Eating World Championship, food warriors are straining at the ends of their chains to break loose and head to Marshall, MI. Ohio resident Mark Lyle "The Human Vacuum" reportedly has thrown down the gauntlet by offering a challenge to Michigan hopeful Christian Wilson. Mark who bleeds scarlet and grey for his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes is laying his favorite Buckeye hat on the line. He reportedly will allow Christian Wilson a.k.a. "Eater Y" or any other Michigan eater who defeats him to destroy (in any way) his cherished hat. Mark had this to say "Not only am I protecting my credibility as an eater but I am also defending my Buckeye Pride". We can only wait and see if Christian, or any other Michigan eater, will up the anti and put a sacred Michigan item on the line. Mark vows not to be beaten by a Michigan eater and says he will unveil a "secret weapon" in Marshall on July the 15th...... 
7/9/06-Only 20 more days until one of this summer's most spectacular NJ eating events. 
7/7/06-National Beef Patty Championship Table is Set. The Fifth Annual National Beef Patty Eating Championship to take place in Middlebury Connecticut’s beautiful Lake Quassy on Sunday July 9th, 2006 will feature returning champion Gentleman Joe Menchetti, Elliot “The Savage” Cowley, Joshua “Lumberjack Hearne, Joel “the Cannon Podelesky and Chris “The American” Schlesinger. In addition to the National Eating Championship there will be many other activities for family’s and kids such as a Domino Tournament, Miss Jamaica USA pageant, VP Talent showcase (Singing & Dancing) scavenger/treasure hunt to name a few. There will be many prizes, cash and airline tickets for the winners of these great contests. Of course, no true Caribbean Festival would be complete without plenty of tasty Caribbean food and the Caribbean music to make this one of the most memorable festivals you have ever attended!. Gates open at 11:00 and will continue until 10:00 PM. Eaters (Both Pro’s and Armatures) should check in by 12:30 and the Beef Patty Contest should kick-off at 2:00PM. 
7/4/06- Gjoe makes it three in a row by downing over 6 burgers in 6 minutes, setting a new Coney Island Independence Day Hamburger record. Second place goes to Lew "The Chew" Porchiazzo, third to Chris "the American" Schlesinger. Great eats to 4th place finisher Mike "The Real Skinny Hoffman, 5th Joel "The Cannon" Podelesky, 6th Roger Woo, 7th Hal Fujiwara. 
7/4/06- Some of today's featured eaters at the 3rd Annual Coney Island Independence Day Hamburger Eating Competition are Lew "the Chew" Porchiazzo, Gentleman Joe Menchetti, Chris "The American" Schlesinger, Joel "The Cannon" Podelsky and James Quigley . Official record for this 6 minute picnic style rules event is 4 3/4 hamburgers eaten by GJoe last year. {The first year different burgers were used}. AICE predicts 6 burgers will be the winning numbers for todays event! 
7/4/06-Invader pillages Fairfax Firehouse! "If we eat hamburgers on the fourth, how about tacos on the third?" Ian "the Invader" Hickman was over heard saying as he bit into his 60th taco.
7/3/06- Kudos to