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The open section of this year’s strawberry eating contest at RedFest was won by Colin MacLaurin, who took a record-breaking 15 seconds to down his plate of strawberries with second place going to Capalaba’s Daniel Mercer who took 20.6 seconds and third place went to Kody Cook. The crowd warmed to Redland City councillor Lance Hewlett who stepped into the role of emcee, usually held by his brother-in-law Redlands MP Peter Dowling.

REDFEST’S traditional strawberry eating contest attracted a large crowd again this year.

The Uniting Church’s long-standing strawberry ice cream stall attracted customers, while the strawberry eating competition finals attracted a large, enthusiastic crowd.

Grand Prize winners of this year’s competition were Colin MacLaurin, who took a record-breaking 15 seconds to down his plate of strawberries with second place going to Capalaba’s Daniel Mercer who took 20.6 seconds and third place to Kody Cook.

The crowd warmed to Redland City councillor Lance Hewlett who stepped into the role of emcee, usually held by his brother-in-law Redlands MP Peter Dowling.

Jess, the giant strawberry and Town Crier Max Bissett also kept proceedings moving along.

Source: http://www.baysidebulletin.com.au/story/1763537/gallery-strawberry-eating-contest-a-sweet-success/

TOOWONG TOWER CHALLENGE.

• 3 Beef Patties
• 3 Fried Eggs
• 3 Bacon Layers
• 3 Slices of Cheese
• Tomato, Lettuce & Aioli
• On a toasted buns+ CHIPS!

Rules:

1. No sharing
2. Your plate must be clean. No dribbly bits of lettuce or half a fry.. Just eat the lot.
3. If you cant complete the TOWER, you not only will be trash talked by a) your peers, b) the chef and c) all bar staff but you shall also have to upload a photo of you and your incomplete burger to our ‘Wall of Shame” (Dont worry, we will supply tissues)
4. Keep it down. Throwing up will be a disqualification.

We do not take any responsibility for any pain or suffering you may encounter.

All entrants will be timed, the winner is the fastest contestant to complete the burger and fries.

TO ENTER: Swing your details on the event page (this page)/Email Toowong Bowls Club-Club Toowong FB page or give us a call on 3870 1616

Results

• First Place: Daniel Mercer – 4:19
• Second Place: Daniel Mercer (on his second attempt for the day) – 7:11
• Third Place: Colin MacLaurin – 7:34

Video of the event

Results

One of the largest turnouts in Pancake Manor history graced this year’s Shrove Tuesday Pancake Eating Competition, with roughly 25 people taking part in what would be an epic battle between a select few.

Starting a little later than planned, at 4:25 the battle began, with eaters stuffing down their first plate of 2 pancakes in no time. Not soon after did most of the table have their hands raised asking for more pancakes. While it did take a while, this competition was going to be one that required a solid pace rather than initial speed.

Eaters consistently put aside empty plates, stacks growing at an even rate for the first 15 minutes of the competition. Cameron Jukes (known for his Yardbird challenges) was setting a cracking pace, constantly raising his hands and becoming frustrated at the speed of which more pancakes were being brought out. Daniel Mercer kept pace, and didn’t let Cameron get too far ahead.

20 minutes into the competition and eaters started fading quickly, with some eaters looking to take a nap on their soft, fluffy treats.

While the pace had stopped for some, the first official disqualification came 30 minutes into the competition, where one eater lifted himself from the table, retiring most likely to the bathroom for some sort of relief.

By this stage, Daniel Mercer had cut quite a lead ahead of Cameron, who looked to be struggling from a combination of pancakes, syrup and butter. And all the while, Ratti YK was quietly continuing to smash pancakes at the end of the table, quickly catching up to Cameron at an aggressive, but constant pace.

48 minutes saw another disqualification, this time at the hands of the first and only reversal of the competition. A well aimed mini-chuck thankfully, but a disqualification nonetheless.

At 50 minutes, everyone other than Daniel had pretty much called it quits. Ratti YK knew he was a comfortable second place, Cameron had stopped eating. All that was left now was the question, how many MORE pancakes can Daniel eat?!?!

With only a few minutes to go, Daniel put away one last plate of food. With a total of 28 pancakes, Daniel took home not only the win, but the crown of undisputed record holder!

First Place: Daniel Mercer – 28 Pancakes

Second Place: Ratti YK – 15 Pancakes

Third place: Cameron Jukes – 13 Pancakes

It’s on again! The Pancake Manor in Brisbane is again hosting their annual Pancake Eating Competition. Cost of entry is $15, and they’re taking signups now.

Location

The Pancake Manor
18 Charlotte St
Brisbane QLD 4000

Date and Time

Sunday 17 February 2013
Competition starts 4pm sharp

Prize

• 1st Prize is a $50 gift voucher

Rules

• Contestants have 1 hour to eat as many pancakes as possible. The record is 19 (20? to be confirmed!), held by Daniel Mercer’s win in 2012
• No bathroom breaks (If you leave the table you’re disqualified)
• Only whole pancakes count (If there is a crumb left it doesn’t count)
• If you throw up, you’re disqualified

It’s been noted that you have to “go hard” to beat the record, and also says “know your limits”

How to enter

Contestants simply need to front up to The Pancake Manor with $15 prior to the event and put their name down. Early reservations are recommended as spaces are limited

Results

12 competitors battled it out for the $500 first prize, in what was to be an extremely hot day for all involved, not just from the burger but from the blistering heat of the day!

Once seated, eaters were given a brief explanation of the rules, the most notable being that the burger could not be pulled apart. You were allowed to cut the burger into halves, but no pulling apart the bun or salad. Soon afterwards, a casual “and we’re away”, and everyone commenced the competition.

A few of the contestants bowed out early, unable to cope with the unbelievable heat stored in the Megadeath burgers served up by the famous diner. The chilli infused meat, the buns smothered in Blairs Mega Death sauce, the mountains of onions. All of this added up to what would be a painful experience for all.

Daniel took the lead early, with eaters beside him realising they had no chance of winning, asking what the prize for second place would be. No doubt considering throwing in the towel!

In a record 5:45, Daniel Mercer takes out first place.

In what seemed like an eternity, second place was won by Sam in 8:33, and a closely fought 3rd place won by Skip.

Only a few mouthfuls behind, 4th place was taken by Colin “The Conqueror” MacLaurin.

In a true act of defiance, one competitor stayed behind, determined to finish the burger, and did!

“Off the Wall Diner” is holding their first “World’s Hottest Burger Mega Death Challenge” eating competition, with a $500 first prize! All profits are being donated to the Cancer Council Queensland.

Event Details:

(supplied by their Facebook Event Page, https://www.facebook.com/events/438898756169715/)

FIRST TO FINISH WINS!! Starting Time TBA

WIN $350 + $150 vouchers = $500 TOTAL PRIZE VALUE
You must be 18years old or over.
YOU MUST BOOK YOUR ENTRY AND PAY BY 20 NOVEMBER
Off the Wall Diner 07 3207 3209 to book.

FIRST 10 TO BOOK AND PAY ONLY $20!!!!!
$25 to Book!!! (subject to change at owners discretion)

ALL PROFITS WILL BE DONATED TO CANCER COUNCIL QLD

If you cant come to our function please still support!!

https://secure.cancercouncilfundraising.org.au/registrant/donate.aspx?eid=40163&langpref=en-CA&teamID=57965&Referrer=http%3A%2F%2Ficanforcancer.org.au%2F

More info coming soon!

Results:

The inaugural Piefection Chilli Pie Eating Contest saw 12 contestants battle it out, eating 10 of their scorching chilli pies as fast as possible. The rules were simple. No drinks, eat 10 pies as fast as you can, winner gets the glory!

These pies were certainly spicy! Laced with birds eye chillies, the heat started slow but crept up on you. For a normal eater, you’d get about half way through these mini hot pies, and your eyes would start to water severely!

While they may have been small, the heat certainly made up for the lack of volume!

Starting strong, Daniel Mercer dashed ahead of the field, while other eaters seemed shocked at the rate the pies on his plate were disappearing. 2 pies in, certain in their defeat, Cam and Alex reach for their glasses of milk, a sign of surrender and instant disqualification.

Dillon put up a brave fight, eating a considerable number in the short time, but in 3:22, Daniel had already taken first place, and the others put down their spicy little pies, almost all reaching soon after for creamy relief.

Taco Bill’s,  well known Victorian taco chain recently held their “Big Willi” Grand Fork Off, where competitors raced against each other to devour a 2.5kg Burrito to raise money for the Hungry Haydo prostate cancer charity.

54 people over 6 weeks attempted to qualify, the requirement being they needed to finish the mammoth taco in less than 35 minutes. Only 4 completed the feat under the 35 minute mark, with 1 competitor having to return to the UK before the Grand Final.

Money raised from entry fees, challenger’s guests and also from within the Taco Bill Group (restaurants and their suppliers) raised $4000.

Hungry Haydo won the competition by devouring the 2.5kg “Big Willi” burrito in 8 minutes 54 seconds, winning a $500 first prize.

Coming in second was Colin MacLaurin, and third was Issac Martin.

Check out the pics from the qualifying rounds, as well as the pic with Colin, Haydo and Issac at the final!