I’ve always loved hot dogs, but not as much as I do now since we received our new SLOTDOG from Muskoka Maverick Ltd. Thanks to our new SLOTDOG, we may just be eating the juiciest BBQ’d hot dogs in our neighbourhood.
I admit it. I was skeptical when I received our new SLOTDOG and took it out of the packaging. The first thing that ran through my mind was something along the lines of “hmmmm…this looks like one of those gimicky “as seen on tv” gadgets that never seem to work as they say they do” That being said, I’m always willing to try out a new gadget, and hey, what did I have to lose? I get to eat hot dogs in the process of reviewing this product. How bad could that be for a hot dog lover?
Although I love hot dogs, I am by no means a “hot dog expert” – if there is such a thing. I love hot dogs of all kinds as long as they are topped with my favourite toppings: ketchup, mustard, baby dill relish, and onions. I do know there is a difference, though, between the hot dogs we eat at home on the BBQ, and the hot dogs you can buy at the ball park, or from the popular street vendor in town. There is just something a wee bit better about the hot dogs you get at these types of outdoor food carts or venues.
Now I think I know what the secret to better hot dogs is…..
SLOTDOG!
As you can see from my photo, the SLOTDOG is such a “simple” tool yet, see those metal “slots”? Those are what transform regular hot dogs into juicy and delicious SLOTDOGS.
So how does it work?
“Simply press the SLOTDOG down on two opposite sides of a hot dog, then toss it on the BBQ and watch as it transforms in front of your eyes! As the hot dog cooks the slots slowly expand, helping to show you when it’s ready to enjoy.”
“A SLOTDOG hot dog not only looks great, but also grabs hold of any condiment and won’t let go. This allows the tasty penetration of your once boring dog with all of their yummy goodness. A process we like to call…MAX FLAVOUR INFUSION!!”
So we proceeded to test out our SLOTDOG for the first time using our usual brand of hot dogs that we always enjoy on the BBQ. I gave my boyfriend the honour of using the SLOTDOG first, since he likes using tools and gadgets.
Reality is, I was afraid of massacring our hot dogs and rendering them “unbarbequeable”. Is that a word? Apparently my spell check says no. I disagree and I’m hitting the override button. It’s a term of endearment I use when I mess things up so badly, even a BBQ cannot save the food. That’s what I was afraid I would do with the SLOTDOG.
Surprisingly, our SLOTDOG is exceptionally easy to use! In fact, we started off being too “gentle” with our SLOTDOG, afraid to cut too deeply into the hot dogs with the metal slots. Turns out, you need to throw a little weight into your hot dog. A nice steady push with the SLOTDOG on each side, and you end up with great looking hot dogs like you see in our picture above. All ready for the BBQ!
As our SLOTDOG hot dogs rolled off the BBQ (yes, my boyfriend BBQ’d for us in some of the coldest temps of this frigid Canadian winter!), we slathered on our favourite condiments, added a prerequisite side of potato chips, and bit into these mouth-watering wonders. The first thought we both had was “could the SLOTDOG really have made our hot dogs juicier? Naaaaa. We figured we were just imagining that these hot dogs were some how juicier than normal. We didn’t spend much time thinking about this comparison because, frankly (pun intended), these hot dogs were so darn tasty all we wanted to do was enjoy eating them. So we did.
Next day we started talking about the SLOTDOG again. Perhaps the BBQ’d hot dogs tasted so good just because they were cooked on the grill in the middle of winter, and this gave us a much needed taste of summer. So we decided to test out the SLOTDOG again and make ourselves more hot dogs for lunch. We lit the BBQ and cooked our hot dogs, SLOTDOG style, again. The result? Just as mouth-watering tasty as the first time.
Since then, we have used the SLOTDOG once more and have agreed. SLOTDOG really does make a better hot dog. Not only does the SLOTDOG “grab hold of your condiments and not let go” but, in our opinion, SLOTDOG produces a juicier, move flavourful hot dog. If you love BBQ’d hot dogs, we are certain you’ll love the SLOTDOG.
What else do we love about our SLOTDOG? This product is Canadian made right in the heart of Canada’s Muskoka cottage country. Another awesome Canadian invention!
“JOIN THE HOT DOG REVOLUTION”
So where can you your hands on your very own SLOTDOG? You can find the SLOTDOG at select retailers, or order online. Thanks to the great folks at SLOTDOG, Canadian Blog House readers can also get a chance to WIN one! Here’s all you have to do for your chance to WIN:
***GIVEAWAY OVER***
Disclosure: Canadian Blog House was provided with a SLOTDOG for the purposes of this review. All opinions are our own.
Joy M. says
Ketchup, mustard, cheese, & relish!
Sandy says
Hi Joy! Mmmm! That reminds me, sometimes I enjoy some cheese on mine too 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Debbie Bashford says
diced onions, dijon, dill pickles and heinz 57
Sandy says
Dijon! Great idea, Debbie 🙂 Wow…never thought of using Heinz 57 as a topping either. Thanks for entering!
tanyab79 says
Pretty plain, Ketchup and Mustard
Sandy says
Nothing wrong with “plain”, Tanya. As much as I love my condiments, I’d eat one of these SLOTDOG hot dogs with nothing on top. That’s how yummy they are…even on their own. Thanks for entering!
Bonny MacIsaac says
Mustard and onions usually are my toppings.
Sandy says
That’s a good combo, Bonny! Thanks for entering 🙂
sarah jackson says
Onions , ketchup , mustard
Sandy says
Classic choices, Sarah! Thanks for entering 🙂
christel murphy says
Onions, mustard, ketchup
Sandy says
Classic, Christel! Thanks for entering 🙂
elaing8 says
Ketchup,mustard,cheez whiz and onions
Sandy says
There’s a classic! Cheez Whiz! Great idea, elaing8. Thanks for entering!
suzi says
relish, onions and mayo!
Sandy says
Mayo on hot dogs…never considered that one. Interesting! Thanks for entering, Suzi!
Jo-Anne Pfoh says
I don’t I am a vegetarian lol but my son puts ketchup and um ketchup
Sandy says
I’m sure SLOTDOG is not restricted to beef hot dogs, Jo-Anne…I bet you could use it on Tofu dogs 😉 LOL…your son sounds like my mum…ketchup…and ketchup…and ketchup. Thanks for entering!
Julie G says
Relish, ketchup and onions top my hot dogs.
Sandy says
A great trio if you ask me, Julie! Thanks for entering 🙂
Matt D says
Ketchup, mustard, relish
Sandy says
Three of my faves, Matt 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Lynda Cook says
I like ketchup, relish, mustard and onions
Maegan Morin says
I just like some ketchup and that is it. 😀
Lori Jackson says
Ketchup….boring I know…
Sandy says
Lol…well we all like different things 🙂 Thanks for entering, Lori!
charityk says
ketchup mustard and relish
Sandy says
My faves too, charityk….minus the onions 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Jody D says
Honey Mustard and Sauerkraut
Sandy says
There’s something I’ve never even tried before – sauerkraut. I’ve heard it’s good. Thanks for entering, Jody!
cruiser says
I like mine plain or with chopped onions. 🙂
Sandy says
If I had to go with just one condiment, I think it would be onions too, Cruiser 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Heidi C. says
Ketchup, relish and mayo for me!
Sandy says
Another mayo lover, Heidi. I love mayo…just haven’t tried it on hot dogs…yet! Thanks for entering!
Janie N @copperjane says
Love Hotdogs! Mustard & cheddar cheese on a toasted bun
Sandy says
Yay….toasted bun! That makes any BBQ’d hot dog better! Thanks for entering, Janie!
Terry Perron says
Liked with Cheese and Bacon
Sandy says
Mmmmm! Definitely a good combo, Terry. I just avoid bacon on mine as I feel too guilty with the extra fat and calories from the bacon, lol. Thanks for entering!
krislyn roth says
lots and lots of mustard
Sandy says
A true mustard fan, eh Krislyn? Thanks for entering!
Karen says
mustard, relish & onions
Sandy says
3 of my faves, Karen 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Karla Sceviour says
ketchup,mustard,relish,and cheese!
Sandy says
Hi Karla! Ooooh….there’s cheese again! Definitely a yummy topping! Thanks for entering 🙂
Darrah Bailey says
Relish & Mustard
Sandy says
A good combo, Darrah…I like both! Thanks for entering!
Jennifer Frezza says
That is super cool.. I <3 <3 <3 BBQ hotdogs.
Mustand, jalapenos & onions
Sandy says
Super cool is right, Jennifer! Jalapenos? Now that one scares me, lol. I’m not a hot pepper fan. My BF “made” me try a hot pepper hotter than jalapenos a few weeks ago. LOL…never again! My mouth was on fire and wouldn’t stop salivating for about 10 minutes. Thanks for entering!
Joanne Saunders says
Cheese
Sandy says
Plain and simple, yet a great choice to have on its own. Love cheese! Thanks for entering, Joanne!
Sharon Painter says
mustard relish onion tomatoe ketchup and cheese !
Sandy says
Mmmm…cheese 🙂 You and a few others are making me think I’ll have to add cheese to my hot dog repertoire from now on, Sharon 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Christine Topley says
How ingenious!!!
Mustard, Ketchup, Relish, Onions, Tomatoes
Sandy says
Sure is, isn’t it Christine? Great idea – tomatoes! Thanks for entering 🙂
Alex P. says
Ketchup and mustard!
Sandy says
A good solid combo, Alex 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Pat Drouillard says
mustard,relish and ketchup
Sandy says
3 of my faves 🙂 Thanks for entering, Pat!
Jennifer says
Salt, ketchup, and sometimes I spread Cheese Whiz on the bread (no, really!).
I laughed at your barbeque comment – we barbeque year round, the best time to barbeque is winter because NO BUGS! 😀
Sandy says
Oh! Another Cheez Whiz fan, eh Jennifer? Lol…I’d destroy the bun trying to do that 🙂 Yay! Another winter BBQer 🙂 Lol….you make a very good point! No bugs! Thanks for entering!
Lisa Cannavan says
ketchup,mustard and lots of onions
Sandy says
Mmmm! Lots of onions….I love lots also. Can never have too many onions, Lisa 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Megan Willis says
Just a bit of Ketchup and Mustard 🙂
Sandy says
Just a bit, eh Megan? That way you can taste more of the dog 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Rachel Cartwright says
Ketchup, and lots of it!
Sandy says
You and my Mum would get along well, Rachel 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Josh S says
Mustard, Onions & Hot Peppers!
Sandy says
Oh boy! Another hot pepper lover. I just cannot do those, Josh. Wowza! lol Thanks for entering!
Tammy Dalley says
Ketchup,cheese,bacon,relish and mustard
Patrick Siu says
Beef Chili with Beans
Jon T says
Yellow mustard, relish and ketchup – simple and deelish!
Brittany Langstaff says
Yellow mustard and raw onions!
susanne mccarthy says
Mustard, relish and fried onions
lori b says
mustard, relish, ketchup and onions
Sarah Stickney says
Everything! mustard, ketchup, relish, onions, mayonnaise, pickles and even potato chips.
Robyn B. says
Ketchup and diced onions.
Karine says
Ketchup and relish! hahah mmm I’m hungry for hot dogs now!
M Thompson says
Top with ketchup, mustard, sweet relish and cheese.
mike says
cheese, and more cheese
Angela Mitchell says
I love a fully loaded hot dog. Ketchup, mustard, relish, cheese, and onions are great and sometimes sauerkraut.
Herb says
ketchup!!!!
elaine d says
i only ever put ketchup on my chicken hotdogs 🙂
Joce Lyne says
i like ketchup mayo and relish
Nicky J says
mustard, onions & relish
Sandy says
A very good trio, and close to what I like, Nicky 🙂 Thanks for entering!
marc-andre taillefer says
ketchup!!!!
Sandy says
Those exclamation marks say you mean business when it comes to ketchup, Marc-Andre, lol 🙂 Thanks for entering!
cheryl hodgkins says
Mustard, corn relish, yum yum pickles, onions and tomato
Sandy says
Now some of those are different toppings, Cheryl! Corn relish and yum yum pickles…never would have thought to try those. Thanks for entering!
Charlene Lucas says
Hot mustard, relish, ketchup and sauteed onions!
Sandy says
Mmmmmmm sauteed onions. Those would be awesome on a hot dog! Great idea. Thanks for entering, Charlene!
misty says
ketchup, mayo, cheese
Sandy says
Oh! There’s a reference to mayo again. Surprised my BF doesn’t put that on his…he loves mayo. Thanks for entering, Misty!
Deanna S. says
Only Ketchup!
Sandy says
Another Ketchup lover, eh Deanna? 🙂 Thanks for entering!
Michelle Michaud says
Love mustard, onions, hot peppers, bacon and sometimes lettuce…yes, I said lettuce…try it! 🙂
Sandy says
Such an obvious topping….but one I’ve never thought to try. I will give it a go one of these times, Michelle! Thanks for entering!
Shaun R B says
Ketchup!
ChristinaE says
The regulars…. ketchup, mustard, relish.
stephen gordon says
Corn Relish, Mustard and Onions. Yummy for the Tummy
Curtzo604 says
Mustard… just a touch.
Or, a full load, sans ketchup…
Linda B says
I make what we call a Coney Dog. It’s cooked ground beef with tomato or chili sause mixed together, put on the dog hot with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped onions! mmmm so good. And by the way this gadget looks and sounds fantastic!! 🙂
tammy campbell says
dill pickles, onions, hot peppers, ketchup, mustard and cheese
amy lovell says
Everything! The more the merrier !~ Mustard , pckiles onions tomatoes mayo hot peppers. etc. Everything except ketchup that is. bleh
Brandee H says
At home I am pretty boring, just ketchup or mayo. But when I get one at Costco I go all out with Sauerkraut and lots of hot peppers 🙂
Gail A. says
I like’em pretty simple – a wavy line of mustard and a sprinkle of diced onion – YUM!
Maggie C says
mustard, hot peppers, and lots of onions
Amy Heffernan says
I love the works. Ketchup, mustard, onions, relish, cheese and bacon bits. 😀
rose langill says
ketchup and mustard
Kim G. says
Ketchup, Mayo & Cheese
diane king says
nothing–just plain hotdog–love to enjoy the taste
Dawn Rader says
ketchup, mustard and relish! my kids all put cheese whiz on theirs
Veronica S. says
KETCHUP
Chris A says
I have never seent his before…My life is now better for having come across this SLOTDOG. I am a huuge fan of Frank’s or Sriracha on my dogs. yumm yumm