Eating Machines Philippines

New Finals Date Revealed!

// October 29th, 2009 // No Comments » // Announcements

As you all know, typhoon Ondoy stopped the last finals and it really tested the Filipino resilience. That said, I’m proud of you guys for pulling together and helping each other out. The Filipino spirit really does shine brightest when times are darkest. Now, it’s time to see whose eating fighting spirit is the strongest!

FINALLY! The day you have all been training and waiting for has arrived!

Save the date, guys- NOVEMBER 14, 2009, at 5 PM, in SM Mall of Asia! Time to see whose gastronomic prowess reigns SUPREME!

I’ll see you all there! Good luck, guys!

7-11 Stores Accept Donations for Ondoy Victims

// September 30th, 2009 // No Comments » // Announcements

Because of the recent devastation that hit us, which affected large areas of Luzon, 7-11 is now accepting donations for Ondoy victims.

From CCTV.com

Simply bring relief goods to 7-11 stores. I’m not entirely sure if all of them accept goods, but it’s a fairly good chance that they do. Here’s a list of things that the Ondoy victims might need:

-Bottled water
-Ready-to-eat meals. Please avoid bringing meals in styro containers as there’s already too much garbage in relocation areas, and that will ultimately lead to another disaster such as this one.
-Wound dressing. Some kids have open wounds and they need to be wrapped up
-Anti-fungal/Anti-bacterial cream. Flood water is dirty, and they needs items such as these to avoid infection
-Sanitary napkins
-Blankets
-Dry clothes
-Maybe can openers
-Wet and dry tissue paper
-Banig, if you can spare one
-Underwear (disposable and reusable)
-Slippers
-Towels

Help out in any way you can, please.

Big Bite Match Postponed!

// September 26th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Announcements

Due to heavy rains and really crappy weather (our house is experiencing terrible property damage), today’s Big Bite Match is POSTPONED! We will keep you posted on the new schedule. We apologize for this delay and we will keep you guys informed on the coming details. Thanks for still supporting us!

Get Ready to Gobble! 7-Eleven Hosts Biggest Eating Competition in the Philippines

// September 1st, 2009 // 7 Comments » // Announcements

Are you hungry enough to win?

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The Finals

// August 27th, 2009 // 4 Comments » // Announcements

The finals are back on! Save the date, hot dog munchers- September 26, 2009. 5PM. SM Mall of Asia Hall of Music. Come prepared.

There will be no more semi-finals. Didn’t I say I wasn’t going to let you guys down? You’re welcome.

Top 25 Finalists!

// August 25th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Announcements

Sorry for the delay, folks. But hey, here it is, the moment you’ve been waiting for. I present to you your 7-11 Eating Machines Philippines Big Bite Hot Dog Eating Contest Finalists!

The final list, surprisingly, is composed of mostly people new to the leader boards. Although it’s refreshing to see new blood in the list, I’m glad to see some of the leader board veterans stay strong and qualify for the semi finals.

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Semi Finals: Delayed

// August 21st, 2009 // 7 Comments » // Announcements

We are extremely sorry to announce that the semi finals, which was set for tomorrow, August 22, 2009 has been postponed.

The competition is still going to push through, but at a much later date, which is still being determined. We apologize to the inconvenience. We will keep you all posted on the developments of the competition as newer details arise. I promise to not let you guys down.

Maybe we could think of it this way, we have more time to practice!

Sorry again, guys.

Eating Machine Profile: Argie “Strongman” Samson

// August 17th, 2009 // 8 Comments » // Fun Stuff

Our leader board is populated with such diverse individuals, it’s always interesting to look deeper into the lives of each and every one of them. This week, we have a guy who seriously fits the nickname I gave him. And before anyone asks, no, I did not know what he looked like prior to my assigning him the nickname.

If anyone could give the leader board elite a run for their  money, it could very well be this guy. He’s determined, he has the technique and he’s built like a brick. That’s normally a winning combination.

7-11 asked Argie “Strongman” Samson a few questions and here’s what he has to say.

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Eating Machine Profile: Kyle De “The Beast” Guzman

// August 15th, 2009 // 13 Comments » // Fun Stuff

In war, and cartoons from the 80’s, they say that knowing is half the battle. In competitive eating, or any race for that matter, you’re only really going up yourself and your time, but it still pays to know your competition. More than that, however, 7-11 wants to pay homage to those who have really taken this competition seriously and have honed their skills to almost utmost perfection.

Recently, 7-11 got in touch with the reigning king of the ring, Kyle De “The Beast” Guzman and asked him a few questions about his techniques and competitive eating. He was happy to let us in on his inner most thoughts. Well, at least as far as eating hot dogs with a passion goes. Here’s what he has to say.

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Leader Board Update as of 08/08/09

// August 14th, 2009 // 14 Comments » // Announcements

Last week, there was some confusion as to whether there were 24 or 25 leader board members due to a tie for the last spot. We were able to clear that up, and this week, instead of our usual 25 top eaters on the board, we’re having 26 because of another tie at the final slot.

I’m amazed at how frequently the landscape of the leader board changes weekly; however, the leader, Kyle “The Beast” De Guzman has held the spot for two weeks in a row. Will he still be the top dog this time around or has he been thrown off his comfortable chair at the top?

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