From Sausage to Stadium Snack: Celebrating the History of the Hot Dog
Every July, Americans bite into millions of hot dogs to celebrate National Hot Dog Day, which falls on the third Wednesday of the month. This year, on July 16, the tradition continues with families and friends gathering for one of America’s favorite summer foods.
The hot dog’s story begins in Germany, where the frankfurter – a sausage made from beef and pork – was created. German immigrants brought it to the U.S. in the 1800s, and street vendors soon served it in buns for easy eating. By 1901, the term “hot dog” appeared in newspapers and quickly became part of American culture.
In the early 1900s, hot dogs became closely associated with baseball games and public events, symbolizing summer fun and community. Americans eat over 20 billion hot dogs annually, especially during peak grilling season.
The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council created National Hot Dog Day in 1991 to honor this beloved food. Whether you like yours with mustard, ketchup, onions, or chili, July is the perfect time to celebrate the hot dog’s rich history.
Saejin An For The Junior Times junior/1751271458/1613367831
1. Where did the hot dog come from?
2. Why did vendors use buns?
3. When did “hot dog” first appear in newspapers?
4. How many hot dogs do Americans eat yearly?
1. What toppings do you like on your hot dog?
2. What food reminds you of summer?
3. Would you like to try new hot dog styles?
4. What is your favorite fun food?
Every July, Americans bite into millions of hot dogs to celebrate National Hot Dog Day, which falls on the third Wednesday of the month. This year, on July 16, the tradition continues with families and friends gathering for one of America’s favorite summer foods.
