Hot Dog Party

mrs_fields / August 20, 2012 / 2 Comments / Party and Event Planning

Let’s celebrate the dog days of summer with a hot dog party! Hot dogs are coming back in style in a big way, popping up on gourmet menus and trendy food trucks, dressed up in endless creative combinations. Feature them at your next party with a toppings bar and let your guests go wild creating their own unique concoctions. I’ve got some fun ideas to get you started.

Create a Toppings Bar

Start with good quality hot dogs and buns, and offer them as a delicious blank canvas for guests. Have a table with various toppings like:

ketchup
mustard
relish
diced onions
diced tomatoes
chili
cheese
cole slaw
pickles
dried cranberries
siracha hot sauce
sour cream
fried onion straws
caramelized onions
sweet peppers
hot peppers
salsa
guacamole
sauerkraut
russian dressing
honey mustard dressing
ranch dressing
Thai peanut sauce
sprouts
picked onions
crushed potato chips
sweet and sour sauce
crushed pineapple
crunchy asian noodles
buffalo sauce
crumbled blue cheese
mashed potatoes
crumbled bacon
barbecue sauce
spicy mustard
jalapeño peppers
diced green chilis
shredded lettuce
avocado slices
season salt

Make It a Game

Invite guests to create and name their special dog, then have a panel of judges determine the top dog. Judge according to taste, creativity, and naming.

End On a Sweet Note

Create a hot dog themed dessert, like these cookies or cupcakes.