What Makes A Great, American Burger?

This 4th of July weekend is supposed to be spectacular weather, sunny and in the 80s, the perfect conditions for a summer cook-out.

Before the holiday weekend, we explore the secrets to making and finding a perfect summer hamburger.

Richard Chudy, personal chef, blogger at the bostonburgerblog.com, and co-author of the new cookbook "American Burger Revival: Brazen Recipes To Electrify A Timeless Classic." He tweets @bostonburger.

Rebecca Roth Gullo, owner of The Gallows restaurant, Blackbird Doughnuts, and the soon-to-open Banyan Bar & Refuge, all in Boston.