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Hipster Ridiculousness Nov. 11, 2008

Fondue Face-off

By丹尼尔·毛雷尔
Photo: istockphoto

TheFondue Takedownwent down in February, but it’s already upon us again. In case you don’t remember, this is (according to the flyer) THE MOST IMPORTANT FONDUE CONTEST IN NYC!! [Chili Takedown]

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