Dish of The Week

Hey Culinary Voyager!

This week at Taste Trade Talk, we're taking a juicy bite out of an iconic classic that screams comfort and nostalgia: The Cheeseburger.

🍔 Grilling the Past: The Birth of the Burger 🍔

While the hamburger's origins can be traced back to 19th-century Europe (yes, think Hamburg, Germany), the transformation from a simple meat patty to the beloved cheese-topped creation is uniquely American. The exact moment of brilliance when someone first placed cheese atop a sizzling beef patty remains a topic of culinary debate, with multiple U.S. regions claiming this delicious innovation. But by the mid-20th century, the cheeseburger had stamped its greasy, delightful imprint on the American culinary scene.

The Modern Bun & Beyond

~20 BILLION burgers are sold worldwide annually, excluding backyard BBQs. From the classic diner-style burgers to gourmet versions with truffle oil or blue cheese, the cheeseburger's versatility knows no bounds. It's not just a dish; it's a canvas that mirrors regional flavors, personal tastes, and evolving food trends.

Doubled, smashed, made with plants, adorned with dark chocolate-dipped bacon, gold-leafed buns with a caviar smear, and priced from $1 to $6,000 - it’s no surprise that the burger harmonizes with the American spirit, it can’t be contained or confined, it doesn’t follow the rules, the burger is our dream, it’s what we make of it.

Until our next delicious dispatch,

Stay Grilled and Thrilled,

The Taste Trade Talk Team