Wimpies and cheeseburgers: a short history archive, November 1959
Briefly

The rise of the hamburger represents a shift in modern eating habits, with quick-service options like snack bars catering to fast-paced lifestyles where meals are consumed in minutes.
Historically, hamburgers were known as Vienna Steaks, but their transformation into a mainstream fast food item reflects changing culinary trends and the public's appetite for easily prepared meals.
To recreate a quality hamburger at home, one should avoid generic minced beef and request a specific cut from the butcher to ensure freshness and flavor.
The hamburger has undergone a renaissance, gaining status among modern diners, paralleling the rise of other fast food options, while also revealing deeper aspects of its culinary history.
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