A Q&A with Chicago’s most famous resident.
Making Chicago Home: Hi Chicago Dog, it is an honour to be here with you today. Tell me, where did you get your start?
Chicago Dog: Well, I was born from street cart hot dog vendors during the hard times of the Great Depression. Money was scarce, but business was booming for these entrepreneurs who offered me as a delicious hot meal on a bun for only a nickel.
MCH: Very interesting! So, what was your favourite thing to wear as a baby?
CD: Well, I rather enjoyed being nestled it in a steamed poppyseed bun and covered with a wonderful combination of toppings: yellow mustard, bright green relish, fresh chopped onions, juicy red tomato wedges, a kosher-style pickle spear, a couple of spicy sport peppers and finally, a dash of celery salt – and that is still my favorite outfit to date!
MCH: Sounds like you enjoy a walk through the garden!
CD: Most definitely. As a matter of fact, I became known for my unique “salad on top” toppings and my memorable interplay of hot and cold, crisp and soft, sharp and smooth. It is how I became America’s original fast food and a true Chicago icon!
MCH: I heard you once had an affair with Ketchup. Is this true?
CD: Heck no! Ketchup and I never even mingle. The sugar in Ketchup smothers my delicious Vienna Beef dog and other tasty toppings. If you go to this link, you can see a beautiful picture of me and my toppings. It will also debunk this silly myth of me and Ketchup.
MCH: Thanks! Is there anything else you want the public to know?
CD: Just that I am delicious and that you can find me at any of these fine establishments! Also, enjoy this maze I made below, which can also be found at the Vienna Beef website, along with other fun Chicago Dog games!
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Dev xx
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