Costco Dogs!

When I’m not busy being ( pretending ) Japanese, I come back to planet earth. It’s always the food that reminds me that I am 100% American. It’s those fat juicy hot dogs slathered in Heinz Ketchup and French’s Mustard at Costco Wholesale store that bring me back to my senses. Even in Tokyo, on your next trip, the dogs all taste the same, but with good customer service. As you may or may not know, Japan’s legendary customer service is impressive. Hot dogs with a smile, hot diggity dog! < = ESL students check your American slang dictionary.

100% all beef Hebrew National dogs fully spread out on aluminum foil and fresh off the steamer. These dogs are steamed and juicy. In North America, many of us love condiments; stuff like relish ( sweet pickles ), onions, ketchup, and mustard. Krauts are an option, too.

How do you eat a hot dog ?

  1. First you hold it in your hand(s). Then you worship it! Run your eyes along the contours of its bun. Count every sesame seed… Sniff the dog. Ohh. Yeah. Baby.

  2. Eat slowly while being careful not to waste anything on your clothes. Chew slowly with eyes fixed on the dog.

What pairs well with a hot dog?

  1. Beer or coke. I prefer an ice cold beer!

To further your knowledge, I recommend reading up on other stories of hot dogs written by our amazing LG community:

  1. The history of the hot is written here in this fabulous piece by
    @Ravi_Kiran

  2. We all have rainy days, and there’s no other way to enjoy it than with a hot dog like this! by @Dr.Shuanak

  3. @HarryHawk Plain hot dogs is another favorite of mine, sometimes without any toppings a hot dog can taste amazing.

What’s your amazing hot dog story!? Please share it with the community…

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@TonyAlexander Hahaha, I like your instruction how to eat a hot dog. I’m not a big fan of hot dogs but I like sausages. I love Currywurst, German food, main ingredient is sausage. Have you tried it?

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Great post, @TonyAlexander!

You touch upon one of my favorite food items in existence! I love Hebrew National hot dogs, pink hot dogs, bratwurst, and more. I even love the variety you get in the U.S. Hot dog carts in New York, Chicago-style dogs, and Southern U.S. versions with slaw and chili. So inexpensive and delicious. I would love to see other countries’ spin on this classic food.

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Wow @Ant_Bad_Yogi

It’s amazing. I love the curry wurst and the food in your photo looks really good! Was the powder spicy?

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@user_not_found It is curry powder. It is a bit spicy. I like it to be spicier as I found in a restaurant in another town. :slightly_smiling_face:

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Wow Foodie @Ant_Bad_Yogi .

@To_paul come and see her now.

@Ant_Bad_Yogi Why didn’t you tag other foodies like you @Muhammad_Usman @SabbirShawon . I know they would be interested to follow this direction when trying hot dogs.

Nice post @user_not_found . I am not a fan of hot dogs, I usually eat a little :wink: . Hahahah

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Hi @JordanSB

This is a beautiful set. Crispy fries and a plain dog. Simple is best. Did you eat it like that, or did you add anything?

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Thanks for tagging @Austinelewex

I just admire the art, I can’t eat it.
Here we talk about culinary art,
I do not quite understand the meaning of art although I have friends who have raised various successful restaurants
A lot of food to satisfy you can only see in my posts.


You can see and admire different flavors and smells,
I add a lot of great photos for the general public @Austinelewex ,

here @Ant_Bad_Yogi you can admire the infinity without wanting to eat anything


for example @Austinelewex this huge pot with hot and aromatic wine you will find only in my pictures.


I hope I managed to get you on the right track. friend Austin
Good post @user_not_found
Thank you very much

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@To_paul Where did you get all these amazing pictures.?

I love them all. But to be serious @To_paul Where did you get this beautiful foodie pictures. Hahahaha

Nice post @user_not_found . It is a very interesting post.

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@To_paul Hot what… Hot aromatic wine.

Woow!. How does it taste. Do you know how to make it @To_paul

If yes make a post and send recipe.

Come and see this @Ant_Bad_Yogi .

I hope this hot aromatic wine is not like compote. :joy: :rofl: :joy:

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@Austinelewex the compote is good the next day, it helps you to recover from your hangover

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@Austinelewex I am a teacher in making natural beverages, and with many grades but also simple weed healing boils.

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Nothing beats a good hot dog straight off the grill @user_not_found , delicious!

Loved the eating tutorial too, very vividly explained and with such passion!

I’ve never had the classic American dog like this one but I am from a land that takes pride in hot dogs so I’ve had my fair share. When you want to go for a hot dog in Denmark and want the real experience, you need to choose the vendor that looks the worst from the outside. The more worn down the truck is, the better. That means it’s been around for ages and is one of the originals. You can trust this product!

We always order our hot dogs “with everything” as we call it. This means ketchup, mustard, remoulade (a relish from pickle and mayo), raw onion, fried onion and pickles.

If you ever get the chance, please try one and let me know what you think.

oh wow!! Se ve increíble amigo @user_not_found !!!

Algún día debes invitarme a comerlo hehe

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Good to meet you @MortenSI

Denmark has always been near the top of my places to visit list. I totally agree about the “hole in a wall” type diners having the best food. It’s the same in Tokyo, especially old ramen shops having dilapidated walls and dirty floors. The food is simply good.

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Exactly @user_not_found !

When you see a place like that you just know that all of the love goes into the cooking.

I’ve always felt that restaurants with a very fancy looking interior were overcompensating for something, and it’s typically the quality of their food.

Hi @Ant_Bad_Yogi ,

Japan still has not imported the curry wurst yet. [ sigh ]…

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Lol @user_not_found Costco have the same hideous hotdogs here too in Australia. Personally, if you’re going to go for an American icon hotdog, then there is only one answer it has to be a Nathan’s Famous and it has to be purchased at Cony Island in NYC :).

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Hahaha! @PaulPavlinovich I adore Nathan’s. They had a brief run out here in Tokyo for a few years then they left. Apparently, the locals here do not know how to appreciate an authentic hot dog. Thank. you for sharing this! I’ve been to N.Y. and was a huge fan of Gray’s Papaya. If and when I visit N.Y. again, will definitely stop by the flagship Nathans.

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Hahaha, that’s too bad. Try it when you are in Germany. @user_not_found