The Great Cheeseburger Feast: Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day

The Great Cheeseburger Feast : Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day

Lionel Sternberger invented the cheeseburger in 1926 while working at his father’s Pasadena, California sandwich shop, The Rite Spot.

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Still, Its origins and the specific founder of the holiday remain unclear, but it has gained popularity in recent years.

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From Monday, Sept. 18, to Wednesday, Sept. 20, the burger joint is offering a single Classic Smash Burger for just $5.

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From Sept. 12 to Nov. 30, the burger joint is offering a buy-one-get-one-free shake special online every day

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At Wendy’s. From Sept. 18 to Sept. 22, the chain is offering a Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for just 1¢ with any purchase.

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Over the years, various restaurants and chefs have attempted to create the largest or most expensive cheeseburger

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McDonald’s will give double cheeseburgers for 50 cents when customers order exclusively through the McDonald’s App.

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The addition of cheese to hamburgers is believed to have emerged in the 1920s, revolutionizing the taste and appeal.

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Cheeseburgers typically consist of a beef patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and various toppings, all in a bun.

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