Yesterday I realized that this month is National Hot Dog Month. Who would have known, however; it does make a lot of sense, as July is a great month to barbecue. To verify that this is really the National Hot Dog Month, I visited the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (NHDSC) website.

For hot dog and sausage lovers, the NHDSC website offers an overwhelming amount of information. Visit the website to discover hot dog and sausage basics, culture, restaurants and resources.

Have you heard of hot dog etiquette? According to the hot dog website, there is an etiquette for hot dog and sausage eating. As I read through the list I was disappointed to read, “Don’t… Bring wine to a hot dog barbecue. Beer, soda, lemonade and iced tea are preferable.” This etiquette rule might go well with another piece of advice, “Use paper plates to serve hot dogs. Every day dishes are acceptable; china is a no-no.” Maybe it’s a case of no crystal stemware, no china, and no wine!

I have to admit something is not appealing about eating a hot dog while sipping a tasty wine but would you try it?

Cheers!