Joey Chestnut tours Minor League ballparks to eat local delicacies

6 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 30

The 17-time Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest champion is partnering with Diamond Baseball Holdings, with stops including Wichita, Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, upstate New York and Reading, Pennsylvania.
He has sampled chili buns and plans to try pierogis, cider donuts and cheeseburger dogs, while also eyeing a giant burger in Birmingham and tacos next week.
Chestnut said Minor League parks helped push Major League venues to improve food offerings, and he is set to chase an 18th Nathan's title on 4 July.

With Smithfield Foods now owning Nathan's, how might the iconic July 4th hot dog contest change for competitors?

Which regional dish from his tour does Chestnut think could be the next major competitive eating challenge?

How does the world's top eater balance his extreme profession with his personal health and strict food aversions?