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George’s Gyro Spot | Celebrating a Greek Classic – 4 Fun Facts About Gyros

Every nationality has its specialty when it comes to finger food and to-go snacks. Italians are famous for their brick-oven pizza, Englishmen are known for developing the sandwich, and Americans popularized the timeless hamburger. Besides these different bread-based meals, Greece also has its entry with the ever-adaptable gyro. Learning more about the Greek classic Traditionally […]

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George’s Gyros Spot – 3 Interesting Facts About the Origins of the Burger

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Is there anything in this world as simple and tasty as the world-famous burger? Perhaps not. This humble mix of bread and meat has indeed come a long way. Back then, burgers consisted of two pieces of toast that enveloped a patty of meat. Today, burgers come in a variety of extravagant mixes, all of

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George’s Gyros Spot | Hot Dog History 101 – How Your Favorite Sausages Came to Be

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Hot dogs are arguably the most American food out there. In 2019 alone, at least 250 million Americans consumed frankfurters. On top of this, they’re always served during important dates like Independence Day, Memorial Day and Labor Day—in fact, these are all considered peak hot dog seasons. They’re also the go-to foods at major league

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Hot Dog Appreciation Time – 4 Things You Must Know About Them

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For the longest time, hot dogs have faced a significant amount of scrutiny from Americans. Their common question—accompanied by a gasp—when seeing those tubes of mystery meat in your fridge? “Do you even know what’s in hot dogs?!” Truth be told, hot dogs are far from being a mere casing stuffed with random animal parts

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5 Types of Cheese That Works Great With Cheeseburgers

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The slice of cheese in the cheeseburger is what makes it an easily customizable dish. Put in the other traditional ingredients, such as a patty, tomatoes, lettuce, and onions, and you’ve got yourself a standard cheeseburger. This simple format can vary depending on the place where you order the burger. It can be anything that

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5 Types of Polish Sausages You Should Know About

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You’ve probably heard a lot about Polish sausages, but did you know that there are so many different kinds available? In fact, there’s such an incredible variety that not even a Polish person can name them all! These delicious meats have become so popular over the last few decades that many types have made their

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What Are the Differences Between Gyro and Shawarma?

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Gyro and shawarma are street foods that take you to an exciting food adventure and satisfy your craving for a sumptuous Greek and Middle Eastern feast. Since they both have spit-roasted meats and are served on a plate or a flatbread, many food enthusiasts can get confused. While they look similar, they have varied seasonings

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3 Must-Know Facts About Hot Dogs

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Although they technically originated from Frankfurt, Germany, few things are more American than hot dogs. Many children in the United States grow up eating and loving hot dogs. The average American consumes about 70 hot dogs a year–that’s over 20 billion hotdogs across the country! People can’t seem to resist their delicious ease and simplicity.

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What Does Your Favorite Hot Dog Say About Your Personality

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Did you know that a hot dog is also a man’s best friend? That’s because only a best friend can tell you exactly who you are. Plus, you know that popular saying: you are what you eat. In this article, we take a hot doggin’ deep dive into your personality. We will see what the

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Top 5 Tips to Make the Perfect Hotdog Even Better – Our Guide

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It’s difficult to think about food that’s as iconic, tasty, and simple to cook as the humble hotdog. Considering how long it’s been since hotdogs made the jump from Germany to the United States—the first hotdogs were sold in Missouri in 1800—it’s borderline distressing to know how many well-meaning home cooks are cooking and eating

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