Chili is not so much food as a state of mind
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
It’s that beautiful time of year when the garden gives us its best – juicy tomatoes and vibrant peppers that are as much a feast for the eyes as they are for the taste buds! In today’s post, I want to share a closer look at this delightful mix of freshly picked tomatoes and cherry […]