Mustard Remains Americans’ Favorite Hot Dog Topping, But Ketchup Shows Surprising Popularity, New Survey Data Shows
National Hot Dog and Sausage Council Announces Selfie Contest Winner
As Americans celebrate National Hot Dog Day today, new National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) survey data reveals that mustard will be the go-to topping. Although the Council’s rules of etiquette say “no ketchup on a hot dog after the age of 18,” Americans defied the rules, naming ketchup as their second choice – news that has raised the eyebrows of Council leaders.
According to a recent online survey conducted by Harris Poll on…
Corn Dogs Chosen
Americans Expected to Eat Seven Billion Hot Dogs from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Washington, D.C.—A surprising choice has emerged in the age old debate of Americans’ favorite regional hot dogs. In a new survey, corn dogs were the top dog (46 percent) among consumers who said they have a favorite regional hot dog. New York hot dogs topped with mustard and onions were the second choice at 38 percent beating out the well-dressed Chicago dog, which were tops among 26 percent of Americans with a favorite. Chicago dogs feature mustard, onions, relish, tomato slices, a dill pickle…
Hot Dogs Remain Top Dog For Major League Baseball Fans
WASHINGTON, D.C.-It's a love affair that has spanned generations and baseball fans will once again make hot dogs their number one choice at the ballparks this summer. The National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) estimates that fans will eat a whopping 21,357,316 hot dogs and 5,508,887 sausages during the 2014 Major League season, enough hot dogs to stretch from Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles to Wrigley Field in Chicago.
"When it comes to the food of choice at baseball games nothing cuts the mustard quite like hot dogs and sausages," said Eric Mittenthal, NHDSC vice president of…
National Hot Dog and Sausage Council Launches Bracket to Pick the Ultimate Hot Dog & Sausage Champion
Washington D.C.- In the spirit of the March Madness tournament season, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) is proud to announce the ultimate Hot Dogs vs. Sausages tournament bracket. Beginning Monday, March 18, 2013, people can vote for their favorite regional hot dogs and sausages. Voting will be conducted online via polls on the NHDSC Facebook page and will continue throughout the month with a winner announced on April 8th.
Hot Dog and Sausage favorites won’t be the only winners. NHDSC fans have a chance to win as well.…
National Hot Dog & Sausage Council Kicks Off National Sausage Month With New Charcuterie Guide Debuts New Contest Looking for Best Charcuterie Platter Photos
Charcuterie plates have been growing in popularity in recent years, and to celebrate October’s National Sausage Month, the National Hot Dog& Sausage Council (NHDSC) is debuting a new guide to help people create their delicious and appealing platters of sausage and other cured meats.The comprehensive guide assists with everything from planning the perfect charcuterie plate to choosing different sausage, cheese and wine options to serving tips. The guide and accompanying video are available in a new special section on…
National Hot Dog & Sausage Council Announces New Slogan to Kick Off National Hot Dog Month
Hot Dogs: Relish the Moment’ Topped Hundreds of Other Submissions in Nationwide Contest
To celebrate the start of July’s National Hot Dog Month, the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) is proud to announce the winner of its t-shirt slogan contest. ‘Hot Dogs: Relish the Moment’ was America’s top choice for the Council slogan, beating seven other finalists in a Facebook poll. Gadi Lefkowitz of Baltimore, MD, who submitted the winning slogan, wins a $250 gift certificate to the grocery store of his choosing to build the perfect summer picnic and a custom designed t-shirt…
