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In the world of ketchup, Heinz is the most iconic

Jul 4, 2017
Heinz brand manager helps us understand how Heinz got where it is — and settles once and for all whether hot dogs are sandwiches.
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Everything you need to know about hot dogs

Why do we love hot dogs so much?
What do you like on your hot dog?
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The immigrant story behind a famous frankfurter

Aug 19, 2016
How Nathan’s Famous went from a Coney Island stand to one of the biggest names in hot dogs.
Nathan's Famous restaurant on Coney Island, New York, in 1976.
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Burger King just added hot dogs to its menu

Feb 10, 2016
The "Whopper of Hot Dogs." Gross? Great?
The home of the Whopper will now be serving hot dogs as well.
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My First Job: Wienermobile Driver

May 13, 2015
"I would even have people come up to me and ask me for my autograph."

Forget ketchup. How about foie gras mousse?

Sep 2, 2014
Chicago restaurants elevate hot dogs to gourmet status.

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