A new competition showcases small craft growers in New York who are hoping to come up with the next big strain in weed. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Contests and Prizes”
New York City Is a Trivia Town
By Gotham Rex on October 1, 2022
The team sport, more brain than brawn, is played in bars throughout the city and culminates in the King’s Cup. Source: New York Times
The Greenest Block Grows in Brooklyn
By Gotham Rex on August 10, 2022
A block of Lincoln Place in Crown Heights is the winner of an urban gardening award. Its trees lower temperatures, one of the gardeners says. Source: New York Times
Joey Chestnut Wins Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest Again
By Gotham Rex on July 4, 2022
Joey Chestnut secured his 15th win, while Miki Sudo won back her title in the women’s contest after sitting out in 2021 to have a baby. Source: New York Times
Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest Is Back. Here’s What to Know.
By Gotham Rex on July 4, 2022
Joey Chestnut looks to secure his 15th win in the men’s competition, while Michelle Lesco aims to defend her title in the women’s contest. Source: New York Times
2022 Cheesemonger Invitational Crowns New Champion
By Gotham Rex on June 17, 2022
At the Cheesemongers Invitational, the competition is fierce, but the feeling of cheese community is strong. Source: New York Times
With Plexiglass and Piles of Hot Dogs, a Fourth of July Tradition Lives On
By Gotham Rex on July 4, 2020
“They’re going to be burping and groaning, and I’m just going to have to focus on my hot dogs,” the 2020 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest champion mused ahead of the quieter, crowd-free competition. Source: New York Times