Ball Park New England Style Hot Dog Buns

Ball Park New England Style Hot Dog Buns are a type of top-loading bun, popular in the New England region of the United States. These buns are characterized by their soft texture and top-sliced design, which allows for easy filling and grilling. The New England–style bun was developed in the 1940s by Howard Johnson's, who approached the Maine bakery J. J. Nissen in search of a bun for its fried clam strip sandwich. The 'restaurant chain wanted top sliced rolls that would stand upright and be easier to prepare, serve, and eat.' (en.wikipedia.org) Today, Ball Park Buns, a subsidiary of Tyson Foods, produces these buns, which are available in various retail locations across the United States. Tyson Foods, headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, is a leading American multinational corporation in the food industry, primarily focusing on protein-based products such as chicken, beef, and pork. The New England–style bun remains a staple in New England cuisine, often used for hot dogs, clam rolls, and lobster rolls.