The theme of this year’s National Fiery Foods & Barbecue Show is “Going Tropical” in honor of Chef Norman Van Aken who’s been called “the founding father of New World Cuisine,” a fusion of a Latin, Caribbean, Asian, African, and American flavors. Chef Norman is not only debuting his new book at the show, No Experience Necessary, an autobiography of his culinary career, but also will perform two tropical cooking demonstrations.
Chuppacobbler: Sweet Fire for the Super Bowl
In the middle of all the online jokes about the two states where marijuana is legal having teams in the “Super Bowl,” you’ll need to find a dessert suitable for that big Super Bowl party you’re planning. You could be all safe and whatnot, but if you’re guests are expecting something different, this dish is hotter and edgier than a strip club on a desert cliff. I’m talking about a concoction my friends and I call, “Chuppacobbler.”
Chamuco’s Tequila: Satan’s Firewater and Five Ways to Drink It
The Devil and I go way back. Growing up, we ran into each other off and on at elementary school, mostly at the principal’s office. It wasn’t until my junior year in high school when I got a car and a girlfriend that we became BFFs, though. Since then, we’ve had many adventures together. The latest came when Chamuco’s Tequila CEO Mark Howard gave me a bottle of the company’s reposado to review. From the snazzy box to the handmade artisan bottle and all the way to the taste, my old buddy’s touch is definitely evident.
A Feisty Fruitcake Chileheads Will Love
Here’s a fruitcake recipe that you’ll love…even if you hate fruitcake. Throwing in green chile along with the candied fruit chunks and nuts transformed a traditionally bland dessert into a spicy treat.
Kettle Chips with a Kick
I decided to taste a few of the spicy kettle chips currently on the market. Here are my evaluations of several, including my favorite, Hawaiian Style Mango Habanero chips.
Habanero Pasta from Texas? Hell Yeah!
Kim and Sean McDaniel of Gourmet Texas Pasta have taken the idea of handmade, artisanal pasta and married it to spice, with incredible results.
Chiles and Chocolate: Perfect for Valentine’s Day
February 14 is a perfect day to celebrate the glory of chile peppers when combined with chocolate, a pairing that takes both ingredients and elevates them to new heights of flavor.
