Face it, hot dogs give Fourth of July vibes.
And whether you’re a fan of Sabrett’s New York-style Franks or a Dietz & Watson loyalist, there’s a local hot dog maker for every grilling need.
Before the long holiday weekend approaches, meet some of the companies in New Jersey, Delaware, and Pennsylvania that make the dogs that make your picnic.
Hotdogs from New Jersey
Sabrett
Location: England
Specialty: Hot dogs with natural casings, New York onions with a cart
Fun fact: Sabrett is famous for his iconic blue and yellow umbrellas that you see on street stalls throughout New York City.
Thuman’s
Location: Carlstadt
Specialty: A wide variety of sausages and hot dogs
Fun fact: Thumann’s has been a family-owned business since 1949 and prides itself on using high-quality ingredients.
Dad hot dogs
Dietz & Watson
Location: Philadelphia
Specialty: Premium meats and hot dogs
Fun fact: Dietz & Watson has been preparing delicious meat dishes according to traditional family recipes since 1939.
Hatfield Quality Meat
Location: Hatfield
Specialty: Pork products, including hot dogs
Fun Fact: Hatfield places an emphasis on sustainability and animal welfare, ensuring their products are as ethical as they are delicious.
Kunze’s meat
Location: Reading
Specialty: Traditional German sausages and hot dogs
Fun fact: This smaller producer offers a taste of authentic German flavors, ideal for adding a unique twist to your barbecue.
The hot dogs
There are no major hot dog manufacturers in the First State, but there are some regional brands.
Kirby & Holloway Commissioning Company
Location: Harrington
Specialty: Sausages and hot dogs
Fun fact: Kirby & Holloway was founded in 1947 and is known for its high-quality, locally sourced products.
Newark Natural Foods
Location: Newark
Specialty: Local and organic hot dogs
Fun Fact: This cooperative market offers a range of locally sourced meats, including organic hot dogs, perfect for health-conscious grillers
J. Staas Haught is a New Jersey-based journalist who covers trending topics in the Mid-Atlantic region.
This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: Best Hot Dogs; get to know the sausages that celebrate your fourth birthday
