by Tom Akers | Jul 15, 2026 | Birmingham Foodies
Hello again, Birmingham! Tom Akers here, founder and chief hot dog enthusiast at The Scalded Dawg. When you spend your days staring down a steaming grill and serving hungry crowds, you learn a lot about how people eat. We take a quality-first approach to our street...
by Tom Akers | Jun 15, 2026 | Event Planning
Hosting an unforgettable gathering should feel like a genuine celebration, not a high-stress military operation. You want to spend your time laughing with friends, connecting with colleagues, or celebrating a major milestone, rather than running around managing vendor...
by Tom Akers | May 15, 2026 | Hot Dog Catering
When you think of Southern cuisine, your mind might immediately jump to fried chicken, barbecue, or biscuits and gravy. However, Alabama holds a deeply cherished, slightly unexpected culinary secret. The state boasts a vibrant and deeply rooted hot dog culture. Over...
by Tom Akers | Apr 25, 2026 | Hot Dog Catering
A great hot dog serves as a blank canvas waiting for a culinary masterpiece. For decades, backyard cooks have settled for a simple squirt of yellow mustard and a dollop of store-bought relish. However, true food enthusiasts know that a premium all-beef frankfurter...
by Tom Akers | Apr 15, 2026 | Hot Dog Toppings
Hello, Birmingham! Tom Akers here, founder and chief hot dog fanatic at The Scalded Dawg. We are a team of culinary specialists committed to being the very best at what we do. When you spend your days crafting premium street food, you quickly realize that a hot dog is...
