Hot Dog Timeline

 

Hot Dog Timeline:

Early Influences (Ancient times - 1860s)

• Ancient Times: The concept of sausage, a precursor to the hot dog, dates back to at least the 1st century CE, possibly even earlier [History Channel].
• 13th Century: "Frankfurter Würstchen," a type of pork sausage, originates in Frankfurt, Germany [History Draft].
• 1860s: German immigrants are believed to have begun selling sausages from pushcarts in New York City, including the Bowery area [National Hot Dog & Sausage Council].

Birth of the Hot Dog (1870s - 1900s)

• 1871: Charles Feltman, a German butcher, is credited with selling sausages in buns at Coney Island, possibly using milk rolls [National Hot Dog & Sausage Council].
• 1890s: The term "hot dog" starts appearing in print, with some attributing its origin to college magazines like the Yale Record [National Hot Dog & Sausage Council].
• 1893: The World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago sees the widespread use of hot dog buns, further popularizing the food [Hot Dog History].
• 1900s: The term "hot dog" is possibly coined by cartoonist Tad Dorgan, although no definitive proof exists [Wikipedia].

20th & 21st Centuries

• 1939: Hot dogs make their way to the White House menu when Queen Elizabeth and King George VI of England visit the US [Culture Trip].
• 1939: The iconic Pink's hot dog stand opens in Los Angeles, marking the West Coast's entry into the hot dog scene [Culture Trip].
• 20th & 21st Centuries: Hot dogs continue to evolve with regional variations, toppings, and cooking styles, remaining a popular food across the globe.

This timeline provides a brief overview of the hot dog's journey. It's important to note that some details, like the origin of the term "hot dog," remain debated among historians.