Planning for This Year’s National Hot Dog Day
The arrival of July marks not only the second month of the Freddy’s Summer Custard Tour but also the start of National Hot Dog Month. While you might enjoy feasting on hot dogs throughout this month, the third Wednesday of July is also designated as National Hot Dog Day. Keep reading for suggestions on how to enjoy this day, including hot dog meal ideas!
Ways to Celebrate National Hot Dog Day
By the third Wednesday in July, grilling hot dogs may already be a regular staple on your summer menu. So, if you are wondering what else to do in honor of National Hot Dog Day, here are a few suggestions!
1. Expand your hot dog expertise.
On National Hot Dog Day or any of the hundreds of other food holidays throughout the year, consider celebrating the day by learning more about the ingredient or dish being honored. Wondering if any other hot dog holidays happen during the year or about fun hot dog facts, like which topping is the most popular? Learn about hot dogs and many other foods and beverages via National Today’s holiday guide!
2. Make a featured hot dog for the occasion.
On National Hot Dog Day, having hot dogs will probably be in your plans for at least one meal that day. However, for this special occasion, why not try a new hot dog recipe, perhaps one that utilizes hot dogs in a different preparation than usual? As reviewed at Taste of Home, there are also many regional hot dog styles to explore. If any of these recipes catch your interest, consider serving it as the featured hot dog for this July event.
3. Leave the cooking to someone else!
For many people, hot dogs are both a quick, easy weeknight meal and a popular item to serve at cookouts and larger gatherings. Especially when it falls during the week, the third Wednesday of July may be the perfect time to treat yourself to a hands-free hot dog experience – at least in terms of the cooking. Special offers in celebration of National Hot Dog Day may even be available at a restaurant near you!
How You Can Enjoy National Hot Dog Day with Freddy’s
When that hot dog craving hits on National Hot Dog Day or otherwise, find delicious hot dog meals at Freddy’s. Hot dog fans may find what they are looking for on either the regular restaurant menu or the catering menu. Check out three of the available options below!
Order a Chili Cheese Dog.
Chili and cheese are some of the most popular hot dog toppings. In fact, in addition to National Hot Dog Day, National Chili Dog Day is another annual celebration held on the last Thursday in July. Whether on one of these honorary days or any other time of year, guests can order a Chili Cheese Dog at Freddy’s. Served in a toasted bun and topped with chili and a blend of shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, this all-beef hot dog can also be customized with a range of other toppings and sauces.
Pick your favorite hot dog combo meal.
Both the All-Beef Hot Dog and the Chili Cheese Dog can be enjoyed as a combo meal that includes a choice of a medium drink and a side. The Freddy’s menu also features a Kid’s Hot Dog Combo and a Senior Hot Dog Meal. Available for download from Google Play or the App Store, the Freddy’s App enables you to easily customize your orders for dine-in, carry-out or delivery, save your favorites and view recent ones for quick reordering!
Have a hot dog bar catered!
For National Hot Dog Day, team appreciation luncheons, and many other occasions, catered hot dog bars offer a fun, interactive dining experience. Instead of having to collect the necessary ingredients or do the cooking, the Standard or Deluxe Hot Dog Bar from Freddy’s means you can sit back, savor your hot dog meal and relax with colleagues, friends or family. Both hot dog bar options include 10 hot dogs, assorted toppings and a side of Freddy’s Kettle Chips to accompany each hot dog.
On food holidays like National Hot Dog Day and other times throughout the year, you never know when exclusive offers or deals may be available at the Freddy’s near you. To make sure you don’t miss out on any specials and to earn points toward FREE rewards whenever you order at Freddy’s, join the Freddy’s Rewards program today!