Baltimore's Esskay Hot Dogs Discontinued; No Longer Served At Camden Yards (2024)

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- An iconic brand of hot dog in Baltimore is no more.

Esskay announced that it would no longer produce its hot dogs.

"Our organization made the difficult decision to discontinue Esskay hot dogs, and stopped production in December of last year. We will continue to make Esskay deli meat and chipped beef products, which can be found in Baltimore-area grocery stores," saidChad McFadden, Esskay brand manager, in an email to WJZ.

Esskay, founded in Baltimore in 1858, has provided the hot dogs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards -- it was the traditional ballpark frank.

Smithfield bought the brand in 1985 and moved production out of state in 1993, when it shut down the local plant that sat along East Baltimore Street in Highlandtown, the Baltimore Sun reports.

"The Orioles have always offered a variety of hot dogs, including Kosher options, at Camden Yards, and there are many brands that are expressing strong interest in bringing their product to the ballpark," including regional and national brands, said Greg Bader, an Orioles spokesman, in an email to the Sun.

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Baltimore's Esskay Hot Dogs Discontinued; No Longer Served At Camden Yards (2024)

FAQs

What happened to Esskay hot dogs? ›

"Our organization made the difficult decision to discontinue Esskay hot dogs, and stopped production in December of last year. We will continue to make Esskay deli meat and chipped beef products, which can be found in Baltimore-area grocery stores," said Chad McFadden, Esskay brand manager, in an email to WJZ.

Who owns Esskay meats? ›

This Site is owned and operated by Smithfield Foods, Inc. or one of its subsidiary companies (collectively, “Smithfield”).

What is the official hot dog of the Baltimore Orioles? ›

Berks Hot Dogs: Berks is the new official hot dog partner of the Baltimore Orioles and Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

How much is the warehouse dog at Camden Yards? ›

Gold medal: The Warehouse Dog.

Baltimore's Oriole Park at Camden Yards is home to this $23 foot-long extravaganza. The fully-loaded 12-incher on a pretzel bun includes horseradish-infused brick sauce, pit beef queso fundido, pickled pico and onions.

What is the history of Esskay? ›

ESSKAY was founded in 1858 by German immigrant William Schluderberg. There were 34 states in the Union led by president James Buchanan. Through the Civil War, World Wars, the Great Depression and the Baltimore Fire–ESSKAY celebrates over 150 Years of Quality and Service.

Which hot dogs are being recalled? ›

John Morrell and Co., maker of Nathan's and Curtis beef franks, just announced a recall of over 210,000 lbs of ready-to-eat hot dogs. That's not exactly the kind of news you want to hear right before a Memorial Day weekend.

What is esskay? ›

Esskay Meats is a Baltimore-based meat company, specializing in hot dogs, sausages, and ham. The company has its roots in a 1919 merger between the separate meatpacking concerns of William Schluderberg and Thomas J. Kurdle.

What is a hot dog called in Chicago? ›

A Chicago-style hot dog, Chicago Dog, or Chicago Red Hot is an all-beef frankfurter on a poppy seed bun, originating from the city of Chicago, Illinois.

Why is Baltimore called Orioles? ›

Baltimore Orioles got their name from their bold orange-and-black plumage: they sport the same colors as the heraldic crest of England's Baltimore family (who also gave their name to Maryland's largest city).

What is the hot dog capital of the US? ›

New Castle is known both as the "hot dog capital of the world" and the "fireworks capital of America". Its chili dogs are the product of Greek immigrants who came to New Castle in the early 20th century and established restaurants along with their homes.

What beer is at Camden Yards in 2024? ›

National Bohemian beer, unofficial known as Natty Boh, will be available for fans to enjoy at Camden Yards once again. Fans will be able to buy orange baseball-themed cans sold exclusively at Camden Yards.

What does a beer cost at Camden Yards? ›

Camden Yards now has the priciest brews in baseball, according to a survey by Bookies.com, an online sportsbook. You'll have to pay more if you want a premium beer ($13.19 to $16.25, depending on the size). But steep ballpark prices are nothing new.

Does China now own Nathan's hot dogs? ›

Nathan's hot dogs are primarily manufactured by Smithfield Foods, a subsidiary of China's WH Group. Nathan's Hot Dogs can also be found in stores for retail sale, usually in the lunch meat aisle.

Are Schickhaus hot dogs discontinued? ›

A Smithfield spokesman said the company made a strategic decision to discontinue the Schickhaus “niche brand” of hot dogs, consolidating around other brands like Nathan's and Gwaltney. The Schickhaus name lives on through bologna products.

What is the oldest hot dog brand? ›

It all started in 1867 on Coney Island, New York, when Charles Feltman, a German immigrant and baker by trade, invented the first hot dog as a convenient way for beachgoers to enjoy frankfurter sausages on a long sliced bun without the hassle of plates or silverware.

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