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New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Martha Stewart sparks hot dog debate over ‘diabolical' condiment
A lifestyle and culinary icon recently took a firm position on the age-old debate of whether ketchup belongs on hot dogs or not. Martha Stewart, founder of Martha Stewart Living, expressed her opinion in an Instagram reel on June 17. 'I love hot dogs with the works,' Stewart said in the video. She added, 'It has to have bacon, mustard, ketchup, relish, sauerkraut.' Her endorsement of ketchup on hot dogs polarized some of her fans — especially those in the Windy City. 'I love Martha, but ketchup on a hot dog is f—ing diabolical,' one user wrote. 'As a Chicagoan, I cannot abide the ketchup on a hot dog,' another chimed in. 'That'll get you thrown right out of that town faster than disliking deep dish pizza.' 5 Martha Stewart has weighed in on whether ketchup belongs on hot dogs or not. Getty Images 5 'It has to have bacon, mustard, ketchup, relish, sauerkraut,' Stewart said about hot dogs. Brent Hofacker – But others appreciated Stewart's vision and spoke out in favor of condiment-packed hot dogs. 'Martha knows what she's talking about,' a ketchup enthusiast wrote. 'Me too, Martha,' another said. Stewart took the pro-ketchup stance after sharing her Chicago-style hot dog recipe earlier in June, writing that 'there's really only one steadfast rule – no ketchup.' Her comment referred only to Chicago-style hot dogs, though. 5 'Martha knows what she's talking about,' a ketchup enthusiast wrote. WS Studio – Still, some of her fans thought she was in their anti-ketchup camp. 5 'There's really only one steadfast rule – no ketchup,' Stewart said, referring only to Chicago-style hot dogs. Getty Images for Netflix One admirer wrote, 'Absolutely NO ketchup – love you, Martha!' Another chimed in, 'Yes, queenie, no ketchup.' One brave commenter came out in support of ketchup on hot dogs – and was promptly shut down. 5 Fans in the Windy City were not fond of those putting ketchup on hotdogs. DAVID – 'Ketchup is a MUST,' the ketchup fan wrote. 'Not in Chitown,' an Instagram user wrote. 'Not in Chicago,' another repeated. So why is ketchup considered such a controversial addition to hot dogs? Chris Christou, owner of Poochie's Hot Dogs in Chicago, told Fox News Digital his rationale behind skipping ketchup. Christou said the tomato-based condiment's flavor is too overpowering for a Chicago-style hot dog. 'I always felt like ketchup, because of its sweetness, overpowered the rest of the condiments,' the restaurateur said. 'Especially the yellow mustard and dill pickle.' But some devil's advocates continue to support the sweet-and-sour condiment. 'Not only does it enhance the flavor, but adding ketchup offers some real health benefits.' New Jersey-based dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade told Fox News Digital she encourages incorporating ketchup into more meals. 'You need ketchup on your hot dog,' she said, sharing her insights as 'a registered dietitian and mom of three,' she added. 'Not only does it enhance the flavor, but adding ketchup offers some real health benefits.' The dietitian said ketchup contains high amounts of lycopene, which has cancer-fighting properties. '[These] benefits [are] thanks to its high content of lycopene, which is more bioavailable in ketchup versus raw tomatoes due to the cooking process involved in making ketchup.' Palinski-Wade added, 'Studies link higher dietary intake of lycopene from tomatoes and ketchup with a reduced risk of stomach and prostate cancer, thanks to lycopene's antioxidant and anticancer properties.' Fox News Digital reached out to Stewart for comment.
Eater
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
The Best Kitschy, Food-Themed Phone Cases for Food-Lovers
I always believe in the serotonin-boosting power of trinkets and tchotchkes, but especially when they're functional. That's what I'm so enamored by the influx of personality-forward, food-themed phone cases in recent years; for one, you take your phone with you everywhere, so your happy emotional returns on the case are seemingly never-ending. I also can't think of an iPhone that wouldn't be improved by transforming into buttered toast: Smartphone embellishments are nothing new; for as long as cell phones have existed, they have been dripping in charms and custom cases (see: this subreddit dedicated to Paris Hilton's past cell phones). But we have come a long way from basic 2010s Popsocketry, and steered into trompe l'oeil territory with food-themed smartphone cases. The influx of tinned fish and baguette cases is partially a trickle-down effect from high fashion brands such as Loewe and Puppets & Puppets, which have been serving up elaborate, seemingly edible fashions as the virality of food and restaurant culture has become increasingly lucrative. Admittedly, what's not to love about the way the Chicken Shop Date smartphone case can nestle a single chicken nugget? Below, I have selected some of the most appetite-whetting, food-themed smartphone cases and accessories, from the kitsch and kawaii to the hyper-realistic. Just don't be surprised if someone tries to bite into one at brunch. This and some crusty batard? Say less. This sunny side up grip accessory has a one-month wait list, but it's worth the cooking time. Each level of my ideal fantasy food pyramid is represented on this food case: croissant, jam, cake, and Evian water. The attention to detail is so impressive on this hand-made smartphone case, from the lattice work to the golden-brown crust coloring. Here's an idea: Give this hot dog-themed case to a friend, and then smother it in onions while yelling, 'Chicago-style!' First, find your ideal farmers market tote bag. Then, use this farmers market haul graphic case as a visual summer market checklist (tomatoes, strawberries, cherries, and more). You can customize the color of this tomato-themed case, but we're fans of the vine-ripe green. See More: Add to Cart Buy This Thing Shopping and Pantry Guides
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Portillo's has major news for breakfast fans this summer
It might seem odd when a burger chain begins to offer tacos, or when a taco shop suddenly serves chicken nuggets and fries, but it has worked for some. In recent years, it has become increasingly common for food chains to expand beyond their traditional offerings and venture into new markets to better compete with rivals and adapt to evolving consumer trends. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter The burger chain Jack in the Box's most popular item is its tacos, Taco Bell's new chicken nuggets dominate the fast-food chicken market, and Subway's pizza is arguably better than that offered by many pizza chains. Taking risks can be very lucrative if executed properly, but when wanting to expand the menu into an entirely new category, the risk is higher than adding a single item. Related: Portillo's to make a crucial final decision this summer Anyone can sell a hot dog, but none compares to the Chicago-based Portillo's. For over 60 years, it has served its beloved Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and homemade chocolate cake, which has helped it gain a loyal fan base and grow to over 94 locations across nine states. Now that the restaurant chain has dominated the hot dog market, it wants to dive into an unexpected (PTLO) launched its first-ever breakfast menu in April, featuring signature morning staples that Chicago locals love, including various breakfast sandwiches, chocolate cake donuts in collaboration with Stan's Donuts, multiple sides, and handcrafted coffee beverages. Although an exciting introduction, the restaurant chain revealed that the new breakfast menu was a pilot and would initially only be available at five restaurants in the Chicago area from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The selected Portillo's restaurants included Niles, Chicago -South Loop, Shorewood, Elmhurst, and Tinley Park locations, as stated on its website. Related: McDonald's brings back unexpected breakfast item after 6 years This left many breakfast enthusiasts wondering if Portillo's had any plans to expand the offering eventually. A few weeks later, the restaurant chain gave an answer that may have killed many fans' hopes. Portillo's CEO, Michael Osanloo, said during the company's latest earnings call that the feedback from its breakfast pilot has been positive. Still, this doesn't mean it will become available at all locations nationwide. However, the company reassured fans that it would continue to monitor the progress of the breakfast test throughout the summer and gather all the metrics necessary to ensure success before making any expansion decisions. Adding a breakfast menu could be a significant asset for the company, since it would extend operation hours and potentially increase sales. Although it sounds like an easy money maker, all chains would offer breakfast if it were that easy. Unfortunately, many have tried but failed in the process. Portillo's primary concern with this expansion was that if not handled properly, breakfast could hurt the bounceback in lunch preparations, affecting overall operations. More Food News: McDonald's menu adds new happy meal fans will loveHershey creates new guilt-free candy that's a dream comboPopular chicken chain brings back beloved menu item after 7 years However, the results of this pilot and workers' resiliency led Portillo's to announce that it will expand its breakfast menu to more locations. Starting June 17, five additional locations within the Chicago area will now offer the limited-time breakfast menu during the same hours. These include Summit, Skokie, Glendale Heights, Harwood Heights, and the North Side of Chicago. Related: Veteran fund manager unveils eye-popping S&P 500 forecast The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
7NEWS
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Pope Leo XIV breaks from tradition by wearing hometown baseball cap
The pope has been spotted in sportswear — and this time it wasn't created by Artificial Intelligence. Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and the first American pope, wore a White Sox baseball cap during a public appearance at the Vatican, making him the first pope to make such a casual pairing with his white cassocks. Leo, born Robert Provost, was photographed on Wednesday smiling in the cap during his weekly general audience. During the appearance, he met with newly wedded couples — breaking both traditional papal and wedding attire codes. Leo's love for the sport was noted immediately upon his election on May 8, but the question remained: Cubs or White Sox? His brother, John, quickly spoke to the press to confirm his White Sox allegiance — and footage has even revealed his attendance at the 2005 World Series, which broke the team's 88-year drought when they won the title. His devotion to the White Sox was just one of many aspects of Pope Leo's life that quickly pieced together an image of a pontiff-next-door. After he was elected, following two days of secretive deliberation, the memes came swiftly. He was dubbed 'Da Pope' by the Chicago Sun-Times and quickly pictured in edited or AI images posing with Chicago-style hot dogs and bottles of Jeppson's Malört — the city's beloved gasoline-like liquor. Graduates of Villanova University, where he attended undergraduate school, were also eager to claim him, sharing AI images of Leo in full Villanova garb. It's not the first time a pope has become the fervid subject of memes; his predecessor, Pope Francis I, famously went viral in an AI-generated image of the pontiff outfitted in a Balenciaga-coded white puffer jacket in 2023. Though Francis' most iconic sartorial moment wasn't real, his tenure saw broader enthusiasm for evidence of a more contemporary and relaxed papal authority. The Argentinian pope departed from archaic and ornate accessories favoured by Pope Benedict XVI — including his bright red leather loafers — opting for humble, simple robes and sensible black shoes with an orthopaedic sole. In response, The Cut declared Francis the world's 'normcore pope' in 2015, and he was also honoured by Esquire as 2013's Best-Dressed Man. And though he never donned a jersey (in public), Francis was also a noted sports fan with a love for soccer, specifically his hometown club, San Lorenzo de Almagro. A month in, Pope Leo's own style has flown under the radar until now, but the statement-making look of the White Sox cap could be a sign of things to come. A new mural in Rome of the pontiff in a twist on the Chicago Bulls jersey may be a harbinger — and, after all, is a classic papal shade of red.
USA Today
06-06-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Portillo's opening new locations in 2025, including first in Georgia
Portillo's opening new locations in 2025, including first in Georgia Show Caption Hide Caption How to take your hot dog to the next level Hot dogs don't have to be boring. Here are 5 ways to upgrade the classic American staple. ProblemSolved, Reviewed Portillo's, known for its Chicago-style hot dogs, announced its plans to expand as the year nears its halfway point. The fast-casual restaurant chain, which also serves beef and sausage sandwiches and pasta, will have opened up 12 new locations by the end of the year. Among the new restaurants, most will be in Texas and, for the first time, in Georgia. The location in Kennesaw, Georgia, will open during the latter half of 2025, Sara Wirth, the director of PR, IR and internal communications at Portillo's, told USA TODAY. Wirth said Portillo's fiscal 2025 is focused on restaurant growth outside Chicagoland, where the chain already has a presence. The chain's current focus is the Sunbelt, primarily in Texas, but there are plans to enter the Atlanta and San Antonio markets in the second half of 2025, she added. In addition to the new locations, Wirth said Portillo's plans to open its first walk-up restaurant format later this year. Although Portillo's has plans set, Wirth stated that the chain will "continue to fill-in existing markets, including Chicagoland and adjacent markets as opportunities come available." What is Portillo's? The 62-year-old company opened its first hot dog stand called "The Dog House" in 1963 in Villa Park, Illinois. The company began as a trailer with no bathroom and no running water. Owner Dick Portillo spent $1,100 on the trailer, running a 250-foot garden hose from a nearby building into the trailer for water, the company said on its website. Four years after opening 'The Dog House,' the company was renamed Portillo's and moved into a new building. In 2000, the company began shipping nationwide, and five years later, expanded outside of Illinois with a location in Buena Park, California. The company has continued to open new restaurants in states such as Indiana, Arizona, and Florida. The company welcomed new customers this year at three locations in Orland Park, Illinois, and in Katy and Willowbrook, Texas, Wirth said. Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@
