Holden’s Famous Burger Lives Up to its Reputation

Holden’s Famous Burger Lives Up to its Reputation

Michelle Pinon - News Advertiser

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There’s nothing like a rink burger, and Holden’s ‘Famous’ Burger definitely lived up to its reputation during a taste test at the local arena on February 13.

Members of the Holden Ag Society were bustling in the kitchen trying to keep up with the number of take-out orders. It was the first fundraiser the organization has held in 2021, and volunteers were more than happy to be of service. Carrie Hrabec, Secretary and Concession

Manager of the Holden Ag Society, said they’ve been making the patties by hand since they began operating the Holden Complex back in 1972.

What sets this burger apart from the rest?

“I think the fact we make it from local beef. We get it from Tofield Packers, and we make it by hand. We have a special spoon and squishes to make the patties,” said Hrabec. “We can do 25 pounds in less than an hour. Last year did 300 pounds because we were planning for Farmers Day and the Cattle Show and the rest of hockey.”

Holden Ag Society member Gene Hrabec hard at work in the concession.

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Because Covid-19 health restrictions prevented those events from being held they had a burger day, selling all of their frozen patties and anything we had out of our freezer. The only event they participated in was the annual Christmas Market where they sold burgers. Hrabec said that went well, and they hope to hold a take-out Steak Night on March 13.

Sean Suchy with his burger takeout meal.

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Read the full story in the February 24, 2021 edition of the News Advertiser - now online!