PHOTOS: WingFest 2012

Moshpix: Plenty of chickens were harmed in the name of the 13th annual Chicago WingFest Sunday at Bailey Auditorium. More than 45,000 chicken wings were consumed by the 2,000 aficiandos who attended the event. Gators Wing Shack took top honors for Best Mild Wing, Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap had the Best Hot Wing, Reggie’s Music Joint won the Best BBQ Wing category and Best Exotic Wings went to Cans Bar & Canteen. The coveted Best of the Fest award went to Gators Wing Shack. WingFest netted $5,000 for Chicago Neighbors United charity.

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