The results are in for the fourth edition of Herr’s annual “Flavored by Philly” chip contest, and the people have decided that the champion of champions is … drum roll, please … “Long Hots & Sharp Provolone.”

The winner of the tournament’s inaugural edition — which took submissions crafted by local chip creators — beat out the competition’s other previous winning flavors: the “Tomato Pie” inspired by Corropolese Bakery and the “Special Hot Stromboli” chip based on Romano’s original sandwich .

Herr’s Long Hots & Sharp Provolone chips. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)

In previous years, there was a cash prize for the flavor creator, restaurant and fan who submitted it, to go along with the bragging rights.

This year’s prize is permanence: a forever spot in Herr’s product lineup, alongside t

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