Tim Dillon, a stand-up comedian and podcaster from Island Park, New York, recently shared his thoughts on Long Island’s greatest contribution to the American food scene while making an appearance on the show “Hot Ones.” Known for his bold humor, Dillon identified the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich as the island’s top culinary offering. “Two eggs over medium, bacon, American cheese, salt, pepper, and ketchup on a roll,” he explained to host Sean Evans. “It’s the perfect breakfast. It coats your stomach, absorbs your anxiety, and prepares you to take on the day, or just go back to bed.”
While Dillon praised Long Island’s food, he wasn’t as complimentary about the island’s broader cultural offerings. He described Long Island as a place of comfort, lacking significant culture or community. “There’s no real intelligence, no history, and no athletics. It’s a suburban emptiness that people fill with bagels, gnocchi, or worse,” he said, pointing out that if the food weren’t good, residents might riot.
Dillon, whose latest Netflix special, *”I’m Your Mother,”* premiered in April, continued to voice his dissatisfaction with suburban life, calling the island a “vacant landscape.” Despite his criticism of Long Island, Dillon noted that the food scene remains a highlight, particularly for those seeking comfort.
In the same interview, Dillon also discussed his previous Netflix special, *”This Is Your Country,”* which delved into a variety of topics, from immigration to cryptocurrency. Reflecting on the special’s reception, Dillon joked about Netflix’s concerns over the unconventional, unscripted format. “They didn’t love it as much, but we love them. They were nervous about the talk show style,” he said.
On a lighter note, Dillon defended whole milk, emphasizing his preference for it as “genetically engineered” and full of the hormones it needs. He also shared his thoughts on the most influential fast food item: “The McGriddle. It perfectly blends sweet and savory, and now everyone does it.”
Dillon’s candidness and sharp wit continue to make him a unique voice in comedy and pop culture discussions.
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