From viral TikTok sensation to full-blown championship, the UK Tortilla Slap Championship is making its highly anticipated return to London this month — and it’s set to be even more outrageous than before.
Following last year’s sell-out success, the ultimate adult-friendly food fight takes over Market Place Vauxhall on Saturday 29th November (14:00–18:00). Expect laughter, music, and a few tortilla-induced tears as 32 fearless competitors battle it out for the crown of UK Tortilla-Slapping Champion 2025.
What Is the Tortilla Slap Championship?
If you’ve been anywhere near TikTok recently, you’ll have seen the Tortilla Slap Challenge — the hilarious trend that took social media by storm thanks to stars like Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, and Amanda Holden.
The rules are simple (and silly): contestants fill their mouths with water, face their opponent, and take turns smacking each other with tortillas. The aim? Make your rival laugh and spit out their water first — all while judges score your performance on:
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The satisfying slap sound
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Water spray distance
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Tortilla tearing
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And the opponent’s reaction
The winner walks away with eternal glory — and a year’s supply of tacos and margaritas, courtesy of Market Place and Streat Latin.
Expect a Full Fiesta Experience
But this isn’t just a slap-off — it’s a celebration of Latin culture, complete with:
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Live Lucha Libre wrestling from masked Mexican warriors
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Mariachi performances to keep the fiesta vibes flowing
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Free tacos for the first hour (thanks to Streat Latin)
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Free margaritas for the first 100 guests (courtesy of Market Place Bar)
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And, of course, epic tortilla slaps that’ll echo through Vauxhall!
The event will once again be hosted by Instagram foodie Fat Boi London, bringing his signature energy to the tortilla arena.
The Organisers Say…
“It’s outrageous, it’s fun — and last year was crazy,” says Holly Hilton, Marketing Director at Market Place. “This year, we’re turning it up to 11 with tacos, margaritas, wrestling, and more slaps than ever!”
Andres De La Mora, founder of Streat Latin, adds: “Latin American culture is all about fun and playfulness. This is the perfect way to bring people together, showcase our flavours, and make Market Place Vauxhall the centre of London’s most ridiculous food fight!”
How to Take Part
Think you’ve got what it takes to become London’s top tortilla slapper?
Applications are now open via Eventbrite — just don’t forget your game face (and maybe a change of clothes).
Side effects may include uncontrollable laughter, taco cravings, and severe tortilla envy.
When: Saturday 29th November, 14:00–18:00
Where: Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall, 7 S Lambeth Pl, London SW8 1SP
Register: Sign up on Eventbrite
