Niko Niko's to Host World Gyro Eating Championship

By Robert H. Kelly
Copyright 2008 TexSport Publications

On May 17, the nation's finest eating-athletes will meet in Houston, for the Niko Niko's World Gyro Eating Championship. This event, although in its 4th year, is proud to now be associated with the IFOCE and Major League Eating. The World Gyro Eating Championship is part of the Festival of Greece. Dimitri Fetokakis, owner of Niko Niko's Greek American Restaurant & his family, have been long time supporters of the festival.

The Festival of Greece, now celebrating its 13th anniversary, is a 4-day event featuring the finest homemade Greek food & deserts, Greek wine & beer, Greek folk dancing, Greek shops, vendor booths, children's food & large play area.

Part of the proceeds of the festival are donated to local charities.

More information will be posted as it become available.