Joey Chestnut reveals foods he won't eat in competition as he tours Minor League stadiums for local delicacies
Joey Chestnut, the 17-time Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champion, is touring Minor League Baseball stadiums to sample local culinary specialties despite having specific foods he avoids. While known for eating extreme items like cow-brain tacos, Chestnut refuses raw oysters due to food safety concerns and won't eat Rocky Mountain oysters, which are bull testicles, especially if improperly prepared. He also notes challenges with certain foods like popcorn and Twinkies, which can cause physical discomfort during competitions.
- ▪Joey Chestnut is a 17-time winner of the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest and is widely regarded as the greatest competitive eater in history.
- ▪Chestnut avoids eating raw oysters due to concerns about food safety and potential illness.
- ▪He refuses to eat Rocky Mountain oysters, which are bull testicles, particularly if the preparation source is untrustworthy.
- ▪Foods like popcorn and Twinkies pose challenges for Chestnut due to bloating, chapped lips, and sugar headaches.
- ▪Chestnut is partnering with Diamond Baseball Holdings to visit Minor League Baseball stadiums and try regional ballpark specialties.
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