The Great American Hot Dog Book: Recipes and Side Dishes from Across America

by Becky Mercuri

The Great American Hot Dog Book
Recipes and Side Dishes from Across America
Becky Mercuri
Americans eat around 20 billion dogs a year, and it's no wonder that wherever you find yourself in the country, there's a local hot dog stand, diner, deli, or restaurant with a special take on this American classic. From the Coney Island Dog of New York to the Remoulade Dog in New Orleans to the tortilla-wrapped Bacon Burrito Dog served up at Pink's...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1423600223
• ISBN13: 9781423600220
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Gibbs Smith
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.0" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

Totally awesome

I have never written a review for anything before, but this one deserves it. I absolutely love this book and so does my husband. I never knew so much about hot dogs, as well as the many different ways that people eat them across the country. I have it sitting out so that everyone can see it, and normally that is the first thing they pick up when they come to my home. I definitely recommend this book to anyone, even those who don't like hot dogs will like this book. It is totally awesome.

A book to truly relish

Becky Mercuri's latest addition to the history, traditions, and tastes of an American classic is truly a book to be read, used, and savored. From the traditions of New England to the modern stylings of the West Coast, Mercuri takes you on a culinary journey across the nation's hot dog highways and byways. Grab a copy of the book, sit back, and enjoy a trip that you will no doubt relish.

Great American Hot Dog Book=Great Book!

In The Great American Hot Dog Book one will find not only recipes for hot dogs in every conceivable fashion, but also recipes for side dishes and a wealth of information on the hot dog. Ms. Mercuri has outdone herself in providing a real reference on the history of the hot dog and how it became an icon of the American foodways. Recipes from across the country, showcasing each regional specialty are included, making this book a great travel guide as well as a cookbook. Her attention to detail and recipe testing are well-evident and make for a terrific book.

Puttin' On The Dog!

First off, you're going to need two copies of this book: one for the kitchen and one for your glove box. One for the kitchen and one for the road! Becky Mercuri, as in all her other fine books, has once again gone above and beyond in her quest to document the historical authenticity, modern day excellence, and (with apologies to A.B.) just plane ol' good eats! The Great American Hot Dog Book does for hot dogs what hot sauce did for the lowly chicken wing: it takes the common and turns it into the exceptional! No matter your station in life, you'll never be able to look down your nose at the hot dog ever again! The recipes that Ms Becky has researched, tested, and then included in this book will see to it that you won't! She has done a great job of providing us with the knowledge and recipes that examine and celebrate the various regional differences and preferences for hot dogs across this great land of ours. And there are some undeniable difference, for sure. Just ask any hot dog vendor in Chicago for ketchup on your dog and see what happens... This is a great book on a great American tradition. Thank you Becky Mercuri for another outstanding resource on traditional American food.

Ultimate Hotdog Lover's Resourse!

The ultimate guide to, and history of, the all-American hotdog. Mercuri's talent as an author and historian shine in her latest endeavor. The best of America's hotdog eateries are documented, along with plenty of recipes and historical data that pique the interests of anyone who enjoys a good "dog" now and then. This one should be in every pantry in America! After all, who doesn't like a good hotdog?