Q: Dave:We know that eating fiery-foods can cool us off. But are there any studies or research that show that eating chiles, etc., can make you warmer in the winter?–Chuck Martin, Food Editor, Cincinnati Enquirer A: Hello Chuck:Chiles do increase blood circulation, which warms you up. Not by being eaten, though—but rather by being rubbed on your skin! –Dave
Portuguese-Style Sauce
Q: Hi Dave,My wife and I would like to start a Portuguese-style fast food restaurant in Atlanta. We would base the concept on a number of restaurants that do this in the UK, South Africa and Australia, where they also produce sauces that are bottled for table use. I have seen a number of recipes for this sauce but was …
Homemade Heat Test
Q: Dear Dave,I am currently doing a science fair project on the effects of hot sauce on the tongue. I am trying to make my own "homemade" test, similar to the methods used by Wilbur Scoville, to use on subjects. I was wondering if you ("The Pope of Peppers") could offer some suggestions on proper yet simple methods of testing …
Growing Chiles from Seed
Q: Hey Dave,I was wondering… How far in advance do I need to plant seeds in the house, to have the plants ready to plant in my garden? I have some peppers that I would like to grow from seed, or at least give it a shot. I have heard that the best way to plant them is to barely …
Italian Sport Peppers
Q: Dear Dave,What are Italian sport peppers? Can banana peppers be substituted?–Alison Leszcz A: Alison:They are small peppers that are usually pickled. They are popular in the Midwest. Yes, banana peppers can be substituted.–Dave