We Love the Chicago Dog

We knew something was missing in our lives, and we found out what it was when we were passing through Chicago a few weeks ago: the Chicago Dog. We provide above a schematic representation for those uninitiated to this beautiful creation. From the bottom to the top we have:

• Poppy seed bun
• Mustard
• Onions
• Neon green relish
• Chargrilled Vienna Frank hot dog
• Pickled "sport peppers"
• Sliced tomato
• Sprinkle of celery salt
• Dill pickle spear

Where can you get a Chicago Dog? Many places in Chicago serve them. A thorough discussion can be found at www.hotdogchicagostyle.com. We like Hot Doug's (www.hotdougs.com). At Hot Doug's everything in the picture above can be yours for $1.75! And that is a big hot dog. In addition, you get to order from Doug himself, who really looks like his hot dog alter persona:


Here, we offer visual suggestions on how you might enjoy your Chicago Dog:




Cyrus can also vouch for the quality of the Chicago Dog served at the delis in Chicago O'Hare Airport: pretty good, although way too pricey. Nonetheless, if you need your fix, what are you gonna do? Two things you should NOT do are "hold the peppers" and put ketchup on it!