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Business Upturn
16-07-2025
- General
- Business Upturn
How to make your own Hot Dog at home for National Hot Dog Day 2025
By Bhavya Rai Published on July 16, 2025, 12:30 EDT Today is National Hot Dog Day, and while many restaurants and convenience stores are offering specials, there's something uniquely satisfying about preparing a hot dog at home. It's quick, affordable, and allows you to tailor it exactly to your taste. Whether you're cooking for yourself or feeding a group, making your own hot dog can be both enjoyable and straightforward. The foundation is, of course, the hot dog itself. You can opt for all-beef, turkey, pork, chicken, or plant-based versions, depending on your dietary preferences. If you're looking for quality, brands like Nathan's, Hebrew National, or Applegate are well-regarded, but even store-brand varieties will do just fine if you prepare them well. Select a Cooking Method There are several reliable ways to cook hot dogs, depending on what equipment you have and the flavour or texture you prefer: Grilling: This is the traditional method. Heat your grill to medium, place the hot dogs directly on the grates, and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until they're browned and slightly charred. Pan-frying: Add a small amount of oil or butter to a skillet and cook the hot dogs over medium heat. Rotate them every couple of minutes until the exterior is crisp and golden. This method adds a rich, caramelised flavour. Boiling: Place hot dogs in a pot of boiling water and cook for 4 to 6 minutes. This method is simple, fast, and ideal when you're making several hot dogs at once. Air-frying: Preheat the air fryer to 390°F and cook the hot dogs for 5 to 6 minutes. The result is a slightly crisp texture without any additional oil. Prepare the Buns Warming the bun makes a noticeable difference. You can toast buns on the grill or in a skillet, or heat them briefly in the oven or microwave. For a softer texture, consider steaming them. Add Your Toppings The beauty of a hot dog lies in its versatility. Here are some classic and creative topping combinations to consider: Classic: Mustard, ketchup, and relish. Chicago-style: Yellow mustard, chopped onions, relish, tomato slices, pickled sport peppers, a dill pickle spear, and a dash of celery salt. (No ketchup, traditionally.) Southern-style: Coleslaw, mustard, and chilli. Tex-Mex: Salsa, jalapeños, shredded cheese, and sour cream. Simple: A touch of butter or a single condiment works just as well if that's your style. While hot dogs are a humble food, they hold cultural weight and nostalgic charm. Preparing your own at home can feel less like a shortcut and more like a small, meaningful celebration, especially today. National Hot Dog Day is a reminder that food doesn't need to be elaborate to be enjoyable. With just a few minutes and a few ingredients, you can make something that tastes good, feels satisfying, and brings a bit of joy to the middle of your week. hot dogNational hot dog day
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Nathan's Famous Offers 5 Cent Hot Dogs on July 16 th In Honor of National Hot Dog Day
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nathan's Famous: WHO: Nathan's Famous Restaurants WHAT: Nathan's Famous, the American tradition serving New York favorites for over 100 years, celebrates National Hot Dog Day on July 16 at participating restaurants. On July 16, Nathan's Famous is offering hot dogs for 5 cents, the original price of the hot dog when the first restaurant opened in 1916. The discount is available at participating locations across the country, and there is a limit of two hot dogs per order. Please call your local store for participation details. DATE: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. WHERE: Participating Nathan's Famous Restaurants Locations Expand About Nathan's Famous Nathan's is a Russell 2000 Company that currently distributes its products in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and 20 foreign countries through its restaurant system, foodservice sales programs, product licensing activities, and manufacturing. For additional information about Nathan's, please visit our website at
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nathan's Famous® Launches Campaign in the New York City Subway System Celebrating National Hot Dog Day
Brand Turns the New York Subway Map into a Clever Tribute to the Birthplace of the Iconic Hot Dog Nathan's MTA 1 Nathan's MTA 2 Nathan's MTA 3 SMITHFIELD, Va., July 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Just in time for National Hot Dog Day on July 16, Nathan's Famous® has teamed up with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to unveil a playful new campaign inspired by an unexpected design quirk in the city's newly updated subway map, where fans can follow the frank to Coney Island. Earlier this year, the MTA unveiled its first fully revamped subway map in nearly 50 years. To the delight of Nathan's lovers everywhere, a curious twist emerged: the N, F and Q subway lines lead directly to Coney Island. It's as if the subway system itself is pointing right to the birthplace of Nathan's Famous. Smithfield Foods has a license agreement with Nathan's Famous for the exclusive right to manufacture, distribute, market and sell 'Nathan's Famous' branded hot dogs and sausages in refrigerated consumer packages to be resold through retail channels within the U.S. 'It felt like the MTA gave us a nod – in the shape of a hot dog,' said Brittany Oliver, marketing manager for Nathan's Famous at Smithfield Foods. 'Coney Island is where it all started for us over a century ago, and seeing the N, F and Q lines come together there? That's classic New York – and classic Nathan's.' To mark the occasion, the brand has launched a citywide out-of-home and digital out-of-home campaign encouraging New Yorkers to 'Follow the (F)rank Line' all the way to Coney Island. The activation includes subway takeovers, digital signage and social media content designed to drive physical and digital traffic to Nathan's historic flagship location. Running July 14 through Aug. 10, this campaign builds on the brand's '100% Beef, 100% New York' brand platform, which launched in 2024. For more information, visit or follow @originalnathansfranks on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. About Smithfield FoodsSmithfield Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: SFD) is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. About Nathan's Famous Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) is a Russell 2000 Company that currently distributes its products in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and 20 foreign countries through its product licensing activities, foodservice sales programs, and restaurant system. For additional information about Nathan's, please visit our website at Contact:Tracey Schneider(513) 218-0524tschneider@ Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
USA Today
10-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Joey Chestnut responds to viral Usain Bolt challenge
Joey Chestnut vs. Usain Bolt. At least one of them is ready for a showdown. 'Of course I'd do it,'' Chestnut told USA TODAY Sports. The PGA Tour recently revived the idea when they asked golfers who would win a head-to-head competition with this format: Chestnut, the 17-time champion at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, and Bolt, the eight-time gold medal-winning sprinter, each would have to eat a hot dog before starting the race. Max Homa, Collin Morikawa and Sahith Theegala predicted the winner would be Chestnut. Jordan Spieth and Maverick McNealy predicted Bolt would win. And what does Chestnut think? 'It could be really close,'' he said. Chestnut said he'd be less concerned with how fast the 38-year-old Jamaican can run than how fast Bolt can eat a hot dog. Chestnut, who recently won the Nathan's contest on July 4 by eating 70.5 hot dogs and buns during the 10-minute competition, said he can eat a hot dog in about 2.5 seconds and likely would need it to take Bolt about 12 seconds. 'It's possible,'' Chestnut said. 'I forget that some people aren't the fastest eaters. So if there was a judge that didn't let him start until he swallowed the hot dog…'' One problem: Chestnut said he has plates and screws in his right leg after breaking it two years and his left leg is a half inch longer than his right leg. 'It's not ideal,'' he said, adding, 'Every once in a while, I jog a little bit with the dog.'' Another hitch: Chestnut said the idea was broached a year or two ago and 'it didn't seem like he was interested.'' Nevertheless, Chestnut said he might start training for the hot-dog-and-100-meters race. 'I'm going to try it,'' he said. 'We have a long straightaway not too far from my house. I'm only going to get faster unless I hurt myself.''
USA Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Disqualified Nathan's hot dog competitor speaks out
Madison Barone, disqualified at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on Friday, July 4 because she couldn't keep the food down, said she feels no embarrassment about what happened. 'Nope,'' Barone, 24, told USA TODAY Sports three days after the contest in Coney Island, N.Y. 'It was very discreet. All part of the sport.'' Barone, who lives in Manville, New Jersey, was making her debut at the 2025 contest. Overshadowed by the likes of Joey Chestnut and women's champion Miki Sudo, she still managed to gained notoriety for violating contest rules. It started with her eating nine hot dogs and buns by the time the 10-minute contest ended. Then, before the top five finishers had been announced, she started to feel uncomfortable and found a trash can, according to Barone. 'As soon as I got off the stage and everything came up, it wasn't even like I was sick,'' she said. 'It was more of force. It was more of my body just letting it go. 'And I was like, 'Oh, man, everybody saw that. Now I'm disqualified.' ' Indeed, she was. "Ms. Barone experienced urges contrary to swallowing after the contest but before the conclusion of presentations and the awarding of places," Sam Barclay, director of operations at Major League Eating, told USA TODAY Sports. "By Major League Eating rules, urges contrary to swallowing before the conclusion of the event, including presentations and the awarding of prizes, results in a DQ." George Shea, who has served as the contest announcer since 1991, said he was unaware of any such incident taking place at Nathan's since then. Barone, who was a wild-card entrant after finishing second at a qualifier, said she hopes to compete at Nathan's next year. 'If I do,'' she said, "it's going to be the biggest comeback ever.'' The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments by subscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter.
