This 4-Aimé of July Food Event is still going
Tune to watch this holiday favorite (less fans).
Hot Dogs And July 4th are a pairing that rivals with Halloween and candy. Grilled, boiled, microwaved, on a fire - they arecooked so many different ways andappreciated differently, too much. But for the competitors ofFamous fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest de Nathan, They are plain.This year will not be different!
The event that started in 1972 is still in progress despite the coronavirus pandemic. But there are fewer candidates in the running for the price of $ 10,000. Only 5 men and 5 women will test their strength to eat Hot-Dog. Usually there are 15 participants each.
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ESPN will broadcast the competition at 12 o'clock is Saturday, July 4, as usual - except that there will be no acclaiming. The spectators are allowed to see if the winner 2019, Joey Chestnut, can beat his record to eat 71 hot dogs in 10 minutes (we do not recommend trying that at home).
"You will not have 40,000 raving fans look at the surf corner and Stillwell [from Coney Island] this year," explains Senior Vice President for Famous Inc. of Nathan James Walker, according toRestaurant News Nation.
"We are now in a closed place in the region of Coney Island. We not only put in place for all eaters and Plexiglass separation judges and ensure criteria of socialistancing, but also set up safe trails of green rooms at migratory stops. "
Fewer people contribute to production, but the number of viewers should reach a record level. There are no other sporting events scheduled at that time because of the pandemic. Interested inbet on Who will win the Hot Dog Eating Contest? Chestnut is the favorite for male competition. Miki Sudo, who won six times in his career, is the favorite for women.
If all this talks about hot dog is hungry, try one of the7 Gourmet Hot Dogs more tasty you have never tried. Or try one of the25 4 Traditional July recipes that will make you feel Patriotic Because what is better with sausage than a water melon margarita, creamy potato salad, or Coca Cola cake?
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