The Box On The Belly

Once men took charge of hot dog sales, they carried sausages in boxes bound on their bellies. Picture this: being a 'Korvgubbe' in Stockholm back in the day wasn't easy. Rules

were strict - a limit of 200 sausages daily, no sales after 1 a.m, and authorities deemed stomach-bound boxes unhygienic, almost leading to a ban. The 'Korvgubbar' resisted with fierce protests!

Now, to the groovy part. In 1959, artist Owe Törnqvist released. Varm korv boogie' - a hit song that sparked debate. The outcome? 'Korvgubbarna' got approval to continue. Nonetheless, most sellers transitioned to grill kiosks, waving goodbye to the iconic image of the 'korvgubbe' with a box on the belly.