We have this little thing in Maine that we love that is unlike anywhere else in our country. It is a little weird, we understand, but we grew up with it so it just makes sense. What we are referring to is, of course, our infatuation with the red snapper. Delicious hot dogs with a red casing that snaps with every bite are a fan favorite for state natives. However, a new contender has come and they might have what it takes to overpower the mighty red snapper. Fat Puppy Fusion in Brunswick, Maine, is bringing some gourmet hot dogs to the state and you just have to try them yourself to see just how good they are.

Food trucks have taken a while to catch on in Maine but have become a more frequent occurrence in recent years.

We understand the hesitation, but food trucks are no longer just bound to state fairgrounds with greasy comfort food. There are some pretty amazing meals being prepared now out of food trucks and Fat Puppy Fusion sets the standard for hot dogs.

One thing that sets Fat Puppy Fusion apart from just another hot dog vendor starts with the hot dogs themselves.

3 oz hot dogs come straight from Maine Family Farms, which produces several products locally for fresh flavors. The sizzling on the grill and the smell will lure you in with the scent of tasty local meat.

Buns can be a boring filler but at Fat Puppy Fusion they place your gourmet hot dog on a fluffy and flavorful piece of flat bread made right in the food truck.

Most of the menu all centers around the theme of dogs so the names depict that in a fun and playful way. The Glorious Mutt is a perfect example. This gilled hotdog comes with bacon, cheddar, and a unique in-house flavor of pineapple relish.

The Fat Puppy is a delicious take on a chili cheese dog.

Topped with their signature vegetarian chili, cheddar, and pickled jalapenos, this hot dog is sure to make your mouth water for a second. Other unique combinations include flavors from Wales, Turkey, Israel, and more, so it's like your taste buds can tour the world without ever leaving Maine.

If you are not a hot dog fan then no problem. Fat Puppy Fusion has some great vegetarian alternatives, so no one is left out.

Try the cheesy explosion or the flatbread grilled cheese made with cheddar and asiago. You could also order the Shawarma Rice Bowl which has Shawarma-spiced rice, seared red cabbage, tomatoes, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and Tahini yogurt sauce.

Once you place your order, you can take a seat by the food truck and dig into your tasty meal.

Fat Puppy Fusion in Brunswick, Maine, is a new contender to the historic Red Snapper. We encourage you to give it a shot and try some delicious gourmet hot dogs and see if they beat out the reigning champion of hot dogs in Maine. Let us know in the comments how much you loved these wonderful combos. For more information please visit the Fat Puppy Fusion website.

While you are in Brunswick take a tour of a local Civil War Hero’s home and learn the story of the legendary Joshua Chamberlain.