Quality in quality out.
That’s why the hot dogs at newly opened Hogwurst in Cathays are so delicious.
Strangely, it’s a simple formula which so many others fail to follow.
Hogwurst take a top quality snappy, smokey frankfurter from legendary Gloucestershire charcutier Native Breeds (they also supply London’s mega-acclaimed Bubbledogs).
They combine it with a light, fluffy, sweet brioche bun from Roath’s own Allen’s Bakery.
And, unsurprisingly, they’re onto a winner.
I sampled two excellent dogs from their menu.
Firstly, the classic Hog Dog (£4.50) topped with finely diced red onion, a smattering of shredded iceberg, ketchup and mild mustard.
Secondly, the even tastier and also traditional Ze German (£4.50) topped with richness piercing sauerkraut, mustard, ketchup and crispy onions.
There are more exotic hot dogs on the menu – the Hogamama (£6.50) is topped with pulled pork and apple slaw whilst the Slum Dog is topped with curry sauce (£4.50). There are also plain or dirty fries (£1.50 - £4.50) if you’re not in the game for two hot dogs like me. Mrs G’s lab mates have sampled them and can vouch for their quality.
In keeping with Hogwurst’s shabby chic cafĂ© vibe, they also serve coffees, teas and cakes.
For dessert I ordered a crisp and immensely gooey chocolate and hazelnut brownie (£1.50) topped with chopped pistachios and grated orange zest.
It’s worth noting that Hogwurst allow you to bring your own booze – making for a bargainous meal out by all accounts.
Next time in fact I might take a note out of Bubbledog’s book and bring a bottle of champagne to wash my snags down with.
The details:
Address - Hogwurst, 56 North Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF10 3DZ
Web - http://hogwurst.co.uk/
Twitter - @franklyzebest
Did this use to be the college house coffee shop? The food looks so good! Looks like I am have to venture up scary Colum road to check this out!
ReplyDelete@Nina - Yes that's the one! It's definitely worth venturing up Colum Road. It's so, so, so good.
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ReplyDeleteWas wondering if you take invites to visit a place in cardiff?
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Adi
@Adi - Yes, sometimes. Where are you thinking? Ed
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