Chili Pepper News

Retailing Chili Peppers; Summer Increases Demand

Retailing Chili Peppers; Summer Increases Demand

When you bite into a chili pepper, you begin to sweat. Okay, it might not happen with a Jalapeño any longer, because it’s one of the mildest peppers you can buy these days. But, anything from Habanero upwards is likely to make a difference in body temperature.

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Time to Make Your Own Harissa

Time to Make Your Own Harissa

Harissa is a North African chili paste that’s becoming ever more popular in the United States. (Sadly, other parts of the world have known about its beautiful richness much longer than us.) It’s a combination of roasted red (bell) and chili peppers as well as spices.

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July Foodie Holidays

July Foodie Holidays

Too many people love summer to ignore how gorgeous the season is. From longer days to Independence Day, July is one of those months that you just can’t help but enjoy. And, if you’re a chili head, it’s one of the best foodie holiday months on the calendar.

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Capsaicin Gives You Good Fat

Capsaicin Gives You Good Fat

When most people hear the word fat, they freak out. And why not? An abundance of fat leads to some scary conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer. But there is such a thing as good fat – and you want as much of it as you can get. Brown Fat and White Fat So there is good fat and bad fat – and you do need both, though you certainly want a lot more of one than the other.

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