Chili is not so much food as a state of mind
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 […]
The Ghost Pepper, or Bhut Jolokia, is a chili pepper known globally for its intense heat, registering between 800,000 and over 1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). Originally from northeastern India, it gained worldwide recognition as one of the hottest peppers and a challenge for spice enthusiasts. Visually, the Ghost Pepper has a unique wrinkled and […]
The Chilliada 2024 challenge was an 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 […]
With Chilliada 2024 around the corner, we have prepared a bit of exclusive merch to fire up the event. These stylish t-shirts are all set for Halloween’s spiciest challenge! The front of the shirt sports the bold slogan, “How spicy can you go?” alongside the fun quote, “Chili is not so much food as a […]
There’s something magical about watching new life sprout from a simple cutting—knowing you can grow an entirely new plant from a tiny section of an existing one. In the image below, we see young plants, likely propagated from cuttings, thriving in small containers. The vibrant red and green leaves hint at the healthy growth and […]
As the crisp air of autumn fills our lungs, the season of harvest brings an exciting blend of colors, flavors, and traditions. The vibrant yellows and oranges of pumpkins symbolize the cozy embrace of fall, while the fiery reds and oranges of chili peppers add an unexpected, spicy twist to the season’s bounty. In this […]
Chilliada 2024 is a thrilling, Halloween-themed chili-eating contest designed for kids, set to take place on October 31st. This colorful and fun-filled event promises excitement, laughter, and a dash of heat, as children challenge their taste buds with different levels of spicy peppers. The poster, full of festive autumn vibes, sets the tone for the […]
As the chili season peaks, it is very satisfying to harvest vibrant, sun-ripened peppers, fresh from the garden. Latest harvest showcases a striking variety of colorful chili peppers, ranging from bright yellow, orange, to deep red and chocolate-brown. The Pepper Lineup For latest harvest, there’s a variety of peppers, including habaneros (yellow/orange) and ghost peppers […]
Drying chili peppers is an excellent way to preserve their flavor and heat for months to come. Whether you’ve harvested an abundant crop from your garden or stocked up from a local market, drying chilies allows you to enjoy their spicy kick all year round. In the image below, we see a colorful tray of […]