If your Twitter feed didn’t already break the news, we’d like to be the first to tell you today is National Hot Dog Day! Now that everyone knows that, it’s only right to throw some dogs on the grill for dinner tonight. When you do, these are probably the eight different stages you’ll go through as soon as you turn the grill on. When you start to smell the grill heating up via GIPHY Hearing the hot dogs sizzle on the grill via GIPHY Then waiting for them to cook via GIPHY And finally taking them off the grill via … Continued

    Summer means road trips and road trips means great music and food, of course! There’s no doubt that the two things we look forward to on a long drive is the playlist you’ve been waiting to sing along to and the delicious sandwich you made for the journey. So we’ve decided to pair up a sandwich recipe for the top five summer road trip songs. Seat belts on, please. “Born to Run” by Bruce Springsteen. This all-American song calls for an all-American sub. A white bread sub roll, turkey, ham, salami and a family of cheeses, veggies and condiments. … Continued

June 21 is the summer solstice, making it the longest day of the year and the first day of summer. Everyone knows that summer is officially grilling season: impromptu backyard parties, dinner with the family out on the patio, and days spent lounging by the pool, working up an appetite for a burger fresh off the grill. To celebrate the first official day of grilling season, we’ve compiled a list of grilling tips to make you your best griller this year. Become one with the grill. Make sure you know exactly what kind of grill you’re using along with all of … Continued

To make this Father’s Day one to remember, make sure you have the grill on high and a dozen Costanzo’s rolls. Your dad would probably be disappointed if he had anything else. Here’s why: Dads are the best grillers. Dad’s love showing off their grilling skills. They pride themselves on it. Let him show off what he can do with a family dinner! Dads love burgers. Dads aren’t the pickiest eaters. At the end of the day, all they want is a delicious burger. Quality time with family. Father’s Day is the perfect day to hang out in the backyard, throw … Continued

Everyone has that special someone. The person who makes every outing an adventure. The person you share your deepest darkest secrets with. The person who is always down to get food, no matter the time. Does this sound like anyone you know? Your best friend perhaps? June 8 is National Best Friend Day! It’s time to celebrate by grabbing your best friend and heading to Costanzo’s Bakery. Don’t believe us? Here are four reasons why Costanzo’s Bakery is the perfect best friend hangout. Your friend is the only person who shares your ravenous appetite.    2. Your best friend doesn’t care … Continued

  Memorial Day allows us to take a step back and honor those who have lost their lives fighting for our country. To do this, we gather with family and friends to celebrate those lives and the freedom we have because of them. Here’s what you need to make this Memorial Day a great one. Beer. And a lot of it! What is a summer party without a cold, crisp beverage in hand? Just make sure it’s American made. This list might help you find the perfect one. Burgers and dogs. Some might say burgers and dogs are as important as … Continued

Mother’s Day is tomorrow, and it’s time to celebrate each and ever lovely woman that has worked so hard to make us who we are today. Seriously, moms are amazing. Even more amazing than Costanzo’s rolls (there, we said it). But, no one can deny these similarities. They’re warm and loving. via GIPHY They have the power to make you feel better about anything. via GIPHY They’re always the coolest things in your house.  via GIPHY They’re always there when you need them. via GIPHY But at the end of the day, no matter how much we love Costanzo’s rolls… There’s … Continued

Did you know Americans eat more shrimp than any other sea food? This Wednesday is another excuse to cook up one of our favorite meals because it’s National Shrimp Day! At Costanzo’s, we think it’s most appropriate that we give you one of our favorite recipe for an authentic New Orleans-style shrimp po’boy sandwich. What you’ll need for the sandwich: Vegetable oil 4 Costanzo’s French rolls 4 tbsp melted butter 1 tsp minced garlic 3 eggs, beaten 2 tbsp Creole seasoning ¾ cup all-purpose flour 2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 cups panko 2 cups shredded lettuce What … Continued

Spring is a season that stirs up a lot of mixed emotions. You love it because summer’s just around the corner, but you also can’t stand it because of mud, brown grass, and the occasional snow storm (shout out Stella). Indeed, spring is a confusing time of year. But we can’t deny one thing: it’s warm enough to cook on the grill and not freeze your buns off, pun intended. The best way to celebrate the almost-summer weather is to fire up the grill and have burgers with some Costanzo’s rolls. Just think, with each bite, you’re getting closer and … Continued

Easter without an Easter ham? No way. Easter ham leftovers without Costanzo’s rolls? Never! Here are some not-so-boring ham sandwiches, courtesy of Epicurious, you can make with those Easter leftovers and a dozen Costanzo’s rolls! Deviled ham and pickle sandwich. After preparing the Easter meal for your family, this 15-minute recipe is a well-needed break from cooking. The deviled ham and pickle sandwich is a simple lunch for the kids to take to school or just something to whip up on a busy day. Grilled cheddar cheese and ham sandwich. Just thinking about this makes us hungry. Take your everyday … Continued