Q: Dear Dave,I grew Anaheim chiles for the first time this year. They are soooo hot! Is there some way to tame them? What do I do to roast them?Thanks, Sue A: Hello Sue:There is nothing you can do about the heat level except mix them with milder chiles, such as bells. For handling, roasting, and peeling, see: http://www.fiery-foods.com/dave/fresh_chiles.asp–Dave
Brick Chili in Louisiana
Q: Dear Dave,I recently moved from south Texas to Louisiana and I am unable to find any brick chili. Is there a company I can email to get this product?Thanks, Cindy A: Hello Cindy:The Texas Chili Company makes brick chili and distributes it in grocery stores in Louisiana. Contact them for more information: sales@texaschilicompany.com.–Dave
Business Plan Tips
Q: Mr. DeWitt,I began making and selling my own hot sauces about 6 months ago. I am also working toward my MBA, and for my final project, I am writing a business plan for my business in the hopes of making a good grade, and more importantly, in the hopes of getting my business off the ground. I would be …
Aerobic Compost Tea
Q: Dear Dave,This is not a question but a suggestion. I have been playing in the garden with aerobic compost tea, and have had good luck. I’m sure you’ve heard of this. What I do is get an aquarium air pump, tubing, three air stones or more, good compost, cheese clothe or paint strainer bag, 5 or more gallon bucket. …
Why are Some Hot Sauces Bitter?
Q: Hi Dave,I’m Sgt Steve Powell, a Canadian "Army Sargent" up here in Canada, currently working as a facilitator in a Deployment Support Centre. Our boys are over in Afghanistan and it is my job to provide spousal assistance if problems arise on the "home front," whatever their nature may be. I have just recently become a hot sauce devotee …