A soft bun, a nice smoked sausage, mustard and ketchup, sometimes crispy onions or melted cheddar, the hot dog has become a classic of American street food... and in Paris too!
Easily associated with baseball stadiums, Manhattan street vendors and summer barbecues, this now cult sandwich originated in European traditions imported in the 19th century by German immigrants to the United States. They brought with them the famousfrankfurter orwiener!
But it was in New York that the hot dog found its modern form. The hot dog bun was invented to make it easy for customers to eat the sausage without getting burnt or dirty, and it was in places like Coney Island that it became popular as early as the 1870s, thanks in particular to Nathan Handwerker, a Polish immigrant who democratized the hot dog with his Nathan's Famous sign, which still exists today.
Today, the hot dog is found all over the world. In Paris, you'll find it in traditional versions or revisited with quality ingredients - artisanal sausages, brioche bread from the baker's, homemade pickles and elaborate sauces. A popular classic, simple but effective, that continues to evolve without losing its street spirit. Here are the best addresses in Paris!
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Noo-York: good, organic American hot dogs and bagels
In the Marais, a few steps from the Centre Pompidou, there is only one address for hot-dog lovers: Noo-York. At 46 rue des Gravilliers, you can find hot-dogs, bagels, milkshakes and homemade desserts, with organic and seasonal products, for small prices! [Read more]
Also: Schwartz's Hot Dog, Will's Deli, Clark Hot Dog, American Corner
Find the location of all these places by clicking on the map at the bottom of the article.
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