Add this shocker to the list of things we have in common with Drew Carey: A love of bacon-wrapped hot dogs. During our long tenure in San Francisco, we developed a late-night affection for the singular street-treats while stumbling home from bars in the Mission district.
The pork masterpieces are available from carts in many U.S. cities, as well as all over Mexico, so we know it’s not just a local cuisine. Who wouldn’t want a grilled, bacon-wrapped hot dog smothered in grilled peppers, onions, salsa, crema and sometimes even guacamole?
For starters, the Los Angeles Health Department, according to this fine piece of reporting by Drew Carey for Reason.tv. Take a look at the saga of an intrepid street vendor and her struggle to give the people what they want. And then try to walk away from this and not stop for a package of hot-dogs and one of bacon on the way home. Bet you can’t eat just one!
Food Fight: Battle of the Bacon Dogs [Reason.tv]
In Videos: Drew Carey in ‘Food Fight: Battle of the Bacon Dogs’ [Required Eating]
