Before I went on vacation last week I received an email from a television producer informing me of a new show coming to a major television network. She wasn’t able to give me a lot of information other than it’s going to be on a major network, it’s based on food challenges and they thought our readers would be perfect for it. So if you’re looking to turn your love for 6-lb burritos and 30″ pizza into an appearance on television, this might be your chance. The casting call information is below and if I get any more information I’ll be sure to post it up. Let us know if you apply, maybe one of our readers will make the show and we can do some exclusive interviews.

CASTING CALL:
Are you passionate about food? Do you LOVE to eat with your buddies? We want to put you on TV! – NATIONWIDE

Can you get down with a bacon cheeseburger, and a few hours later, slurp down a Korean kimchi stew? Do you know all the best places to eat in your area? Are your friends and family food obsessed too? We’re looking for “everyman types” who will 1.) TRY anything, even if it pushes their gastro-intestinal systems to the brink. And 2.) know a lot about food, whether its greasy spoon, flaming hot ethnic, or even trendy, experimental cuisine. If you’re a big, bold personality and you’re passionate about food, SHP wants to hear from you.

This is a buddy show. Best friends and groups who love to eat together are strongly preferred. To be seriously considered, mention your friends and make sure they apply.

Comedic background a plus. Previous television experience a plus. Food writing a plus.

Tell us why you and your friend are perfect for this role. ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE PHOTOS, CONTACT INFORMATION & BREIF DESCRIPTION OF YOURSELVES.

Serious submissions only.
Email subject line: WILL EAT ANYTHING to CastingShp@gmail.com

Do you like your food “tempura”? If you answered yes to that question then you’re going to want to check out Sumo Grub. Even if you don’t want to partake in one of their many challenges, they will tempura anything! Yes, anything… even twinkies and oreos. But this post isn’t about just plain tempura, this post is about the Six Feet Under Challenge. A creation so monstrous, I’m getting sick just looking at it.

Where: Sumo Grub
2235 Milvia St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
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Challenge:  Six Feet Under Challenge consists of 1 Bun, 6 tempura ¼ lb. angus beef patties, 6 toppings of choice, 2 onion rings, sliced tomato and romaine lettuce, 5 tempura Twinkies, 10 tempura Oreos, whip cream, Hershey chocolate syrup, and 2 pieces of tempura Mac and cheese.
People: 1
Time Limit: 25 Minutes
Prize: If completed, challenge is free ($45 value), Picture on the Wall of Fame, Free Challenge T-Shirt and free gift certificate for a Tempura Heart Attack. If you lose your picture goes up on the Wall of Shame.
Rules: Must be 18 or older, must stay at seated at the table and no puking.

[picture courtesy of Munch On Me]

Just because football season has come to an end does not mean that you need to stop eating buffalo wings. In fact, Lafs Pizzeria in Uncasville, CT is waiting for you to stop in and attempt their Ridiculous Wing Challenge. These wings are so hot they won’t even let you order them to go and you have to wear gloves when you eat them! Over 90 people have attempted the challenge and only 17 have succeeded. Feel free to stop in any time except on Friday or Saturday night when the restaurant is busy, they wings are so hot they don’t want them to be around any small children that may be dining in.

Where: Lafs Pizzeria
1031 Norwich/New London Tpke
Uncasville CT  06382
860-367-0800 | www.lafspizza.com 

Challenge: 8 Ridiculously Hot Wings
Time Limit: 20 minutes with 15 minute “burn” period after finishing
People: 1
Prize:  $20 gift certificate, the wings are free ($12 value) and your picture on the Wall of Fame. If you fail your picture goes on the Facebook Wall of Shame.
Rules: You can drink any beverage that they sell, you also get bleu cheese and celery to help with the burn. You must sit for 15 minutes after completing the challenge without throwing up.

[Picture Courtesy of Lafs Pizzeria]

One giant pancake wouldn’t be enough for this challenge, but top it with a 10-egg scramble of your choice of 4 toppings along with cheese and potatoes and now we’re talking! The Grand Slam Challenge at Batter Up Pancakes seems to be one of the most delicious mixtures of breakfast food you can imagine. On a regular day this thing would feed between 4 and 6 people, but in order to complete the challenge you must attack it all by yourself and pray that you come out alive. Seriously though, this thing is bigger than a pizza!

Where: Batter Up Pancakes
2 Locations in Fresno, CA
http://www.batteruppancakes.com/

Challenge: The Grand Slam Challenge consists of 25 fluid oz. of old fashioned buttermilk pancake topped with a 10-egg scramble with 2 cups of country potatoes, 1 cup of chedder & jack cheese and then 4 toppings of your choice, 1 cup each.
Time Limit: 45 Minutes
People: 1
Prize: Free T-Shirt, a Coffee Mug, Picture on the Wall of Fame and your money back ($32.99 value)
Rules: Can’t leave your seat and finish in the time limit, that’s it. Be sure to ask your server for official rules just in case.

Watch this amazing video of Matt “Megatoad” Stonie as he absolutely demolishes this challenge in ~6 minutes. Our buddy Naader has also completed this challenge, but not with that kind of speed.

[Picture courtesy of Batter Up Pancakes]

I have passed this place countless times on my way through Chicago, but was completely unaware of the awesome food challenge that lurked inside it’s hallowed walls. There is nothing better than greasy breakfast food when you’re drunk or hungover, so a full mountain of the stuff is exactly what you need after a night of hard partying. Come to think of it, this would be a great challenge to attempt after going to the bars, I know I can always eat more than I normally do when I’ve got a 12 pack in my belly.

Where: Diner Grill
1635 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60613
773-248-2030

Challenge: The Slinger Challenge consists of a plate full of hashbrowns covered in chili, onions and cheese, two hamburger patties and 2 eggs.
Time Limit: Not Sure
People: 1
Prize: Certificate of Completion although some people say you get The Slinger free if completed, but ask first ($10 value)
Rules: Finish the thing!

[Picture courtesy of Jay D. on Foursquare]

Who doesn’t love a good grilled cheese sandwich? (aside from the lactose intolerant). Who doesn’t want to attempt to eat 10 of these gooey, delicious sandwiches in one sitting? With grilled cheese sandwiches being the new craze these days, what better way to impress your friends than to eat 10 of them at The Cheese Truck in New Haven!

Where: The Cheese Truck
Various Locations around New Haven, CT
203-850-3504 | http://www.thecheesetruck.com/

Challenge: Consume 10 Cheese Truck grilled cheese sandwiches, with your choice of at least one topping.
Time Limit:  1 Hour
People: 1
Prize: Free T-Shirt and 1 Free Sandwich a Week For a Year.
Rules: None mentioned but be sure to ask before attempting this challenge.

[picture and video courtesy of New Haven Independent]

I love me some pulled pork, but when you add an extremely spicy sauce like the Voodoo Juice, I’m not sure that I could handle it. Spices and me don’t go too well together, not nearly as well as pork and I do, but as delicious as this challenge sounds I don’t think I’d be able to touch it. But just because I can’t handle the heat doesn’t mean that you guys can’t! Head on out to Angel’s BBQ and give the Voodoo Juice Challenge a shot today, and then come back and let us know how you did.

Where: Angel’s BBQ
21 W. Oglethorpe Ln
Savannah, GA 31401
912.495.0902 | http://www.angels-bbq.com 

Challenge: The Voodoo Juice Challenge consists of a 1 lb. pulled pork sandwich drizzled in 4 oz. of the special Voodoo Juice sauce. The sauce is made from Savannah Bee Company Sour Wood Honey, chopped garlic, sea salt, red wine vinegar and ghost, habanero, arbol and chiltepin peppers*.
People: 1
Time Limit: Not Sure
Prize: Winners receive a free T-shirt and your picture on the wall.
Rules: Please ask your server for official rules as we can’t find any.

[*Picture and ingredients for the VooDoo Juice courtesy of Man v. Food Nation]

Man v. Food Nation traveled down the Pacific Coast Highway in California last night and to top it all off was a BBQ challenge fit for a king. The Brahma Bull Challenge at Rib Line is an enormous BBQ sandwich that is sure to make you never want to eat BBQ again… wait, what are we saying, there’s nothing that could make me not want to eat BBQ again. Bring on the challenge!

Where: Rib Line
12308 Los Osos Valley Rd
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
805-543-7427 | http://www.ribline.com/

Challenge: The Brahma Bull BBQ Challenge consists of 3 lbs of tri-tip sandwiched between a 1 lb sourdough loaf, topped with the challengers choice of BBQ sauce or salsa. ($30)
Time Limit: 42 Minutes
People: 1
Prize: Free lunch at Ribline for as long as you hold the record.
Rules: None mentioned, but be sure to ask your server before attempting this challenge.

[picture courtesy of Man v. Food Nation]

Do you have what it takes to be The Donkey? Baja Bean Co. doesn’t think you do, that’s why they are betting you can’t finish their 5 lb burrito challenge. I’m not really sure why it’s called the donkey, but it probably has something to do with the fact that this thing will kick your ass! It could also have something else to do with your ass, but I’m trying to keep this site as family friendly as I can. So give this challenge a shot and let us know how you do!

Where: Baja Bean Co.
1520 West Main Street
Richmond, VA 23220
804-257-5445 | http://www.bajabean.com/

Challenge: The Donkey Challenge consists of  over 5 lbs of shredded pork, ground beef, rice, black beans, baja beans, baja salsa and sour cream all rolled into 4 flour tortillas topped with lettuce, tomato, guacamole, enchilada sauce, cheddar and jack cheese.
Time Limit: 30 Minutes
People: 1
Prize: $50 gift card, a certificate of completion and a “I Am The Donkey” T-shirt. If you fail you receive the dreaded “Donkey Fail” T-Shirt.
Rules: No rules mentioned, but make sure to ask your server before attempting this challenge.

[challenge submitted by Edward, image courtesy of Baja Bean Co.]

Man v. Food Nation made a pit stop at Red Rock Saloon to give The Unforgiven Challenge a run for it’s money. Where else can you find a 1 lb burger complete with a deep fried chicken breast and a side of ridiculously hot wings… If you think you have what it takes then head on up to Milwaukee Wisconsin to give The Unforgiven Challenge a run for it’s money.

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Where: Red Rock Saloon
1227 N Water St.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
414-431-0467 | http://redrockmilwaukee.com/

Challenge: The Unforgiven Challenge consists of a 1/2 lb burger topped with cheese and bacon, a deep fried chicken breast, and another 1/2 lb burger topped with cheese, bacon, an egg, lettuce, tomato and onion strings. A basket of fries and 6 T.C.B. ghost pepper wings.
Time Limit: 23 minutes
People: 1
Prize: A free hat and t-shirt and a spot on the Wall of Fame.
Rules: None mentioned on the site so ask your server before attempting this challenge.

[image courtesy of Travel Channel's Man v Food Nation]