Showing posts with label National Hot Dog Day. Show all posts
Showing posts with label National Hot Dog Day. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 19, 2017

Celebrate Hot Dog Day!

Did you know that July 19th is Hot Dog Day? The perfect summer time feast gets a whole day to celebrate, and whether you like them with just ketchup and mustard or the works - we're glad to dedicate a day to this popular food. Here at Casablanca, we are FAMOUS for our Casadogs. If you're ready for some incredible flavors and a great reason to come out to Casablanca for dinner - we've got it all right here!


Fun Facts About Hot Dogs

Did you ever think that there could be fun things to know about these linked sausage-like foods? Well, there are! Here are a few fun things to know about hot dogs that you can share while sitting around our table eating them.

The Origin is Unknown

While sausage and linked sausage has been around for a while, the theory of putting that sausage in a bun and serving it hasn't. Of course, the real origin is completely unknown - but that doesn't mean many try to claim it! The officials in Frankfurt, Germany say that hot dogs were invented in their city in 1487. Another tale is that a butcher named Johann Georghehner, who lived in Coburg, Germany, invented the hot dog during the late 1600s, and then traveled to Frankfurt to promote his new food. N matter what the history - we're just glad someone invented them!

Do You Use Hot Dog Etiquette?

Yes, that's really a thing. Eating your hot dog isn't enough, you have to do it the "right way" according to the American meat trade associations official etiquette guide says that you shouldn't douse your hot dog with ketchup or mustard if you are over the age of 18 or eat it with a knife and fork. Do you like your hot dog on a fancy bun? That's not acceptable either. BUT, did you know that you aren't supposed to eat your hot dog on anything fancier than a paper plate? Of course, a few things that you are supposed to do when eating your hot dog are to always eat every piece of the hot dog and bun, pair it with simple drinks and sides, and always lick any condiments off of your fingers.

Hot Dogs In Space?

Yep, it's been done! Amazingly enough, astronauts on the Apollo 7 mission in 1968 didn't really like the freeze-dried ice cream that they were served, so it was removed from the space menu and became a novelty in the gift shops. Ironically, a classic meal that WAS enjoyed by the crewmembers on the Apollo 11 mission was the space hot dogs.

Americans LOVE Hot Dogs

We're not kidding, either. On July 4th, Americans enjoyed over 150 million hot dogs. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Americans will eat a staggering 7 BILLION hot dogs, and in 2015, U.S. supermarket customers spent more than $2.5 billion on hot dogs alone.


Hot Dogs at the Lake of the Ozarks

Our dogs are served with house-made chips and a dill pickle spear. Substitute fries, coleslaw, or potato salad can be done, as well as additional toppings.

STRIPPED DOWN DOG
Do you like it basic? This is just a dog and his bun.

WHISKY DENT DOG
Flavorful BBQ sauce, fresh coleslaw, and crispy fried onions make this dog a classic take on an old favorite.

CASA DOG
Looking for the best hot dog at the Lake of the Ozarks? Our Casa Dog is topped with chili, cheese, onions, and jalapenos!

CHILI DOG
Similar to the Casa Dog, but minus the jalapenos. It's your classic chili cheese dog.

DAM DOG
Looking for a doggone' good time? This dog comes topped with mustard, chopped onion, green relish, sport pepper, tomato, pickle and celery salt.

NACHO DOG
This is "nacho" ordinary dog! It comes complete with cheese, tomato, lettuce, jalapeno, and sour cream!

COVE N' OUT DOG
Been out on the water all day? This may be just the dog you're looking for. Spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, and grilled onions all combined to make the perfect flavor.

Best Restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks

Whether you need a hot dog to fill a craving, or you've been wanting to try something else on our menu - Casablanca is the best bar at the Lake of the Ozarks. Not to mention one of the oldest! Our bar is situated perfectly on the Bagnell Dam Strip, so after you've enjoyed an evening walking around on the Strip, you can come out and enjoy some incredible food. Whether you celebrate Hot Dog Day by eating one, or enjoying something else with us, happy Hot Dog Day!

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Thursday, July 23, 2015

Happy National Hot Dog Day!

Casablanca is a very popular restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks. We are known for our famous hamburgers, delicious fries, great bar, and of course the Best Dam Dogs. July 23rd is an entire day dedicated to hot dogs! Since our dogs are the Best Dam Dogs on the Bagnell Dam Strip, we think this is the perfect opportunity to educate you on our delicious hot dog menu, and give you a few fun facts about this family favorite.


Best Dam Dogs

Stripped Down Dog - Just a dog and his bun.
Chili Dog
Chili Cheese Dog
Dam Dog - Yellow mustard, chopped onion, green relish, sport peppers, tomato, pickle 
and celery salt.
Cove 'N' Out Dog - Spicy brown mustard, sauerkraut, & grilled onions
Whiskey Dent Dog - BBQ sauce, coleslaw, and crispy fried onions
Casa Dog - Chili, cheese, onions and fresh jalapenos
Nacho Dog - Cheese, tomato, lettuce, jalapeno and Sour Cream

Fun Facts About Hot Dogs

1. The council estimates that Americans consume 20 billion hot dogs a year - more than twice the
retail sales figures. Basically, that's 70 hot dogs per American.

2. The first hot dog stand to open in America was in 1971 by Charles Feltman. He was a German butcher and he opened the first stand at Coney Island. He sold 3,684 dachshund sausages in a milk roll in his first year. 

3. One barbeque king theorizes that hot dogs are sold in packages of 10 and buns are sold in packages of 8 because 2 of the hot dogs always fall through the grill, so only 8 buns are needed.

4. Hot dog etiquette states that you should not use ketchup on your hot dog after the age of 18. Mustard, relish, onions, cheese and chili are acceptable.

5. Legend has is that hot dogs or frankfurters originated in Frankfurt-am-Main Germany around 1484.

6. Hot dog season lasts from the unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day, until the unofficial end of summer, Labor Day. Of course at Casablanca, hot dog season is ALL year long!

Now you know about our menu, and some random facts to swap around the table! Tonight is the night to enjoy one of our fabulous hot dogs with incredible toppings that are suitable even if you're over 18 (refer to fact 4). Casablanca is the best restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks because we take care in giving you the best meal possible. Our bar is always ready to serve you a cold one, and with the TVs strategically placed around the room you'll never miss a moment of the big game. Come on out to Casablanca tonight and enjoy a good time!

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