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Brooklyn Sidewalk Chicken-Eating Contest Wins Crowd and Prize

In a lively and unconventional event, nearly two dozen participants devoured whole rotisserie chickens during a street contest in Brooklyn, culminating in a victory that was celebrated with a bonus pizza. Organized by the popular TikTok account Old Jewish Men of New York, the competition was held outside Roma Pizza and drew a large crowd of onlookers along Seventh Avenue.

“It’s the meat of the people, and it’s affordable at just five dollars,” said Noah Rinsky, 36, who created the Old Jewish Men of New York lifestyle brand. He noted that raving about rotisserie chicken online inspired this street event as the next step in celebrating the popular dish.

Rinsky managed sponsorships from brands like Quellix and Petco, though regulatory hurdles prevented betting on the event. The focus remained on the hearty dish, with Brooklyn actor David Roffe emphasizing its value, saying Costco’s rotisserie chickens are both cheap and filling for families.

After over six minutes of competitive eating, Far Rockaway resident Robert McGee was crowned champion, securing a golden chicken trophy, $500 cash, and a cheese pie from Roma Pizza. McGee revealed he trained by consuming chicken wings throughout the week and plans to save his winnings.

The event also featured local personalities, including McGee, who gained attention earlier this year through his YouTube interview series with prominent figures like NYC Comptroller Brad Lander and former Congressman Anthony Weiner. While he didn’t beat last year’s record of finishing a chicken in under five minutes, McGee eagerly consumed his prize pizza right after the contest.

Roma Pizza’s owner, Phil Castellano, expressed that the quirky event was not only entertaining but also beneficial to local businesses, bringing community attention and foot traffic to the neighborhood.

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