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The Octodog

The Octodog is a gadget that bills itself as a "frankfurter converter." In a matter of seconds, it can cut an ordinary hot dog into a hot dog that resembles a sea creature, namely an octopus. The device is made out of sturdy plastic and cuts through the dogs by applying pressure, without the use of a blade. This makes it child-safe, but produces edges that are somewhat dull. To show off the "legs," the Octodog really needs to be served on a plate, not in a bun.

To be frank(furter), I can honestly say that I have never had a desire to try and convert a hot dog into any form of marine life, though sites selling them proclaim that "kids love them!" and I will admit that it is sort of cute, especially with some cartoon eyes added. If you want to check one out, they're for sale here.

 

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Filed Under: Cooking With Kids, Food Gadgets, Ingredients
Tags: barbecue, fun, gadget, Gadgets, hot dog, kids, meat, octodog, octopus, play with food, sea, toy

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Beth

5-29-2006 @6:04PM Beth said... THe square watermelon is interesting, but i think the Octodog is just silly
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Dr. Electro

5-29-2006 @6:08PM Dr. Electro said... As soon as my direct deposit hits the bank I'm buying one. I must have this alien novelty! I must!

(insert maniacal laugh here)

Dr. "Feed me octodogs" Electro
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extramsg

5-30-2006 @6:56PM extramsg said... In Mexico, they make these sort of. They take a hot dog and cut into about fourths and then make each one into a mini octopus. They deep fry them and serve them with french fries.
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Wendy

5-30-2006 @11:18PM Wendy said... We serve something similar over ramen noodles dyed green, to look like seaweed. Apalling, but the kids really are amused by them.
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Gabriella True

5-30-2006 @11:59PM Gabriella True said... I think it is FABULOUS.

WHY?

well, most children are too young to eat hot dog pieces or even bites out of a whole dog. It is a choking hazard. So, this seperates/cuts most of the dog into non-hazardous pieces.

I will have to bring this up on my blog at some point. So I will bookmark this so I can link back.
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