Dave,I buy those little cans of diced jalapenos but only use a small amount in eggs, etc., so I waste the can. I am looking for small packets of these like the fast food places have with relish, mustard, catsup. Do you know where I can purchase something like this? Thanks, Norman.Norman:No, I don’t. Even if someone makes them, those …
Pepper Extract for Pest Control wanted
Dave:I need to find a supplier for hot pepper extract (the 1 million S.H.U. stuff). I am experimenting with various pest controls in the garden for deer and insects. I have been making home brews for the last couple of years with much success, but looking for something hotter! Are there wholesale companies out there that can supply this item?–Name …
Spicy Online Shops
Hi, Dave:I just saw a fiery foods contest on the Discovery Channel. I’m interested in purchasing some of the hot sauces and would like to purchase on line, so can you suggest some secure sites for on line ordering?–PeterPeter:See our Recommended Retailers section.–Dave
Chili (Chile) Powder
Hi Dave:Our grocery supermarket has extra hot chili powder in bulk and just plain chili powder in 1 kg. packages. But they don’t have any cayenne. Is chili powder the same as cayenne? If it isn’t the same, how do you tell the difference? Thanks.–Fred GreenHello Fred:Ain’t marketing wonderful? It could be U.S.-grown cayenne, or it could be any hot …
Shelf Life of Hot Sauces
Hi Dave,I’ve been meaning to ask you this question for some time. I have lots of bottles of hot sauces that I have bought in my travels around the world, especially in the Caribbean. Some I’ve never opened, some are half full, etc. I’ve had them for years, but I’ve stopped using them because I’m worried about spoilage. I wonder, …