The concept of attractive packaging as a way to catch the eye and make a sale has been around since folks started selling stuff to each other. Here you can see some award-winning labels from the 2012 Scovies, along with some vintage chile pepper fruit crate labels.
Play a Little Spanish Roulette with Padrón Peppers
I found the Spanish chiles known as pimientos de padrón at the Downtown Growers Market here in Albuquerque and fried them in olive oil, then dressed them with sea salt. Just excellent!
Reader Question: Growing Chiles as a Business
We received this message from a reader who wants to get into the business end of chile growing, and asked The Pope of Peppers for some advice. Here’s Brandon’s question and Dave’s answer.
Wilbur Scoville and the Organoleptic Test Centennial
This is the first ever biographical essay on the professional life of Wilbur Scoville.
We’ll Drink to That
We celebrate the new year with two great New Year’s Eve spiced-up cocktails.
Beer And Spicy Snacks—It’s All Good!
Beer aficionado Patrick Cavanaugh shares his favorite brewski and spicy snack pairings, so start planning that Superbowl party!
Ring In The New Year With A Chile Calendar
The 2012 Chile Peppers Calendar is here! Gorgeous chile shots, colorful and fun design, and mouth-watering recipes too. They sell out, so hurry.
