Thursday, July 27, 2023, 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Mililani District Park
Let's get together and have a pot-luck!
Bring some of your favorite toppings (Cheese, onions, etc.) and your best chili receipes! I'm NOT bringing the onions since I don't like them.
I will bring the "dogs" cooked and ready to go. If you want to try something other than beef dogs then go ahead and bring it down. Not sure if there is such a thing as vegan dogs yet, but I know some of the geo-hana would be interested.
If someone can bring some buns that would be great.
I will also bring enough plates and utensils for everyone and the mustard and ketchup. If you like something else, please bring it.
NATIONAL CHILI DOG DAY
On the last Thursday in July, hot dog lovers across the United States start topping their hot dogs with delicious chili to celebrate National Chili Dog Day.
Wrapping up National Hot Dog Month, the chili dog brings the heat. Add onions, cheese, or chili sauce for more variety. With a hot dog, the condiments are endless.
Also known as a coney dog or chili con carne, the first person to make a chili dog probably tried it around the turn of the 20th century. Even then it was likely a meat and tomato sauce, not the full-on firehouse chili we know today.
Even now, the chili dog gains gourmet status depending on where you go. Add the best ingredients, all-beef franks, and pretzel bun, too. Experiment with the sausage seasonings or the type of chili. For example, switch to a flavorful brat seasoned with chipotle and top it with buffalo chili. Let your imagination go wild. Of course, a traditional chili dog is always an option, too.