David Ross A.K.A. The Doctor

I grew up in Chicago during the era of the explosion of the Hot Dog industry. After serving in the Marines in the mid-sixties, I started my first business of towing cars. This gave me the incredible opportunity of learning the whole city/suburbs of Chicago and also experiencing all the great Hot Dog stands along the way. I found that I became particularly aware of every nuance and detail that separated the good from the really great stands. I was immersed in the Hot Dog culture and now consider myself an aficionado and connoisseur of the Chicago style Hot Dog.  

Through a couple of long (and unrelated) business careers, I’ve always dreamed of owning my own Hot Dog stand. Recently, I’ve earned my PhD (Professor of Hot Dogs) at the famed Hot Dog University (HDU). Not too long ago, HDU was acquired by Vienna Beef, LTD. This is “The Harvard of Encased Meats” that was conceived and is currently administered by the “godfather” of the Chicago style Hot Dog, Professor Mark Reitman.  

Now, finally, after all these years, I’m proud to fulfill my dream. I am passionate about Hot Dogs and look forward to sharing this wonderful experience with you.

David Ross