Chilli is not so much food as a state of mind
As the growing season wraps up, we’ve rescued our pepper plants to ensure every last pepper gets a chance to ripen. 🌶️ Carefully uprooted and with roots bagged for protection, they’re now indoors where they can continue maturing despite the chilly weather. This method is simple yet effective for saving your crop. Wondering what to […]
Sriracha sauce founder David Tran was once advised that his sauce was too spicy. A friend recommended adding a tomato base to make it sweeter and more appealing. His response was: “Hot sauce is meant to be hot. If it’s too much, just use less. We’re not in the business of making mayonnaise.” David Tran, […]
Batch of homegrown chilies drying out! 🌶️ Each pepper is releasing its vibrant color and intense flavor as they get ready for winter spice blends. Drying really brings out the heat and complexity of each variety, perfect for homemade chili powders or adding a kick to winter dishes. Excited to see how these beauties turn […]
Mid-November raspberries? Yes, please! 🌞 These resilient late bloomers are still clinging to the last rays of autumn sunshine, providing a fresh burst of sweetness well beyond the usual season. Nothing like a little surprise harvest just when you thought it was all over. Nature always has a way of gifting us when we least […]
Here’s our last harvest in early November 2024, with a beautiful assortment of fiery peppers. This colorful mix includes deep chocolate habaneros, fiery red ghost peppers, bright orange habaneros, and other varieties, all ready to bring intense heat to winter dishes. After months of nurturing and waiting, these peppers have ripened perfectly, displaying rich hues […]
Ghost pepper, also sold as Bhut Jolokia, is a Capsicum chinense superhot from northeastern India, especially Assam. The two names refer to the same chilli. I have grown it in my garden, including in a pot in 2025, and I find it very hot. I use it in my homemade chilli seasoning, a chilli powder […]
The Chilliada 2024 challenge was a joyful event filled with excitement, laughter, and spice! The handcrafted shirts were a hit, adding a touch of festive spirit to the challenge. Participants embraced the heat and competed bravely, each racking up points as they went head-to-head with chili peppers of escalating intensity. Chilliada Challenge Results (31.10.2024): Congratulations […]
If you’re growing habaneros, you’ve probably noticed the captivating color transition that these fiery peppers undergo. In the early stages, habaneros start out green and gradually shift through shades of orange before reaching a rich red hue when fully ripe. This color change isn’t just aesthetic—it’s an indication of flavor development and heat intensity. The […]