Comedian Matthew Timms has the market cornered on populist NYC food competitions, from his Chili Takedown series, to cookie and fondue variations. He’s also an award-winning cinematographer, whose indie drama Up With Me took home a Special Jury Award at last year’s SXSW Film Festival. After the jump Flavorwire asks the Renaissance blogger about the roots of his competitions, his thoughts on the local food scene, and the effect he’s had on lingerie sales in Brooklyn.

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