One, they're one of the oldest restaurants in New York. Two, they make these legendary mutton chops, which is this aged cut of lamb. And three, they have 90,000 pipes on the ceiling, but we'll get ...

Lamb chops can actually come from a few different areas of the animal—mainly the rib, loin, sirloin and shoulder. The price and tenderness of the chop will depend on which one you choose.

Getty Images The 2017 World Beard and Moustache Championships were held in Austin, Texas Mr Wallage cultivated his mutton chops following a road crash in 2004 that left him in a wheelchair for months.

Once hot, add a little vegetable oil and allow that to heat. Next, season the mutton chops with the salt and pepper before adding to the pan. Allow the chops to colour before turning over.