Matt Bray 
Chili peppers are known for their bright and bold colors — from shades of green and red to bold purple, sunny orange, and subtle cream. But few may be as dramatic as black peppers. They may not be as prevalent as the colorful chilies you’ll …
While our other spicy maple syrup recipe (see it here) focuses on pure heat with the neutral-tasting cayenne pepper, this one is about adding something more to the sweetness. Here it’s all about the smokiness behind chipotle peppers. That earthy smoky undertone pairs so perfectly with …
Peppers are one of the best vegetables you can grow yourself — they are relatively easy to grow, full of nutrition, and versatile in dishes. Still, there is plenty to understand about getting the best harvest possible. One of the critical factors for growing peppers …
Habanero lemonade plays with fire in all the right ways. This is one seriously bold drink that’s full of contrasts: tangy and sweet, fiery and thirst quenching. And (for the adults over 21 in the room), it’s a delicious pairing with vodka or bourbon for …
The Fresno pepper is a darling chili among foodies for its very eatable medium heat and, when red, subtle smokiness. More recipes than ever are calling for this chili. But say your local store doesn’t carry them fresh. What options do you have? What’s the …
Healthy and delicious! Tropical fruits and chili peppers are a perfect natural pairing. For instance, mango and chili powder makes a super-tasty (and super-healthy) snack or dessert. Best of all, the mango is one of the more versatile fruits in terms of edibility throughout their ripening …
More and more recipes call for gochujang, the popular Korean chili paste with the spicy and bold miso-like flavor. But as popular as it has become, it can still be tough to track down. Sure, you can pick up a few containers from the store to …
The Kraken Scorpion pepper is a large, brown, super-hot variety that was created by Mike Hess of Peoria, Illinois in 2013. It is a cross between the Bhut Jolokia India Carbon and the Trinidad Scorpion Chocolate. It’s an extremely hot pepper, with a Scoville Heat …
You can use hoisin sauce alone as a glaze for grilled chicken and pork – but if you want something a little more like traditional BBQ, try your hand at a DIY hoisin BBQ sauce. It pairs the sweetness and spiciness of hoisin with the …
Yes, it’s easy to pick up a bottle of Thai red curry paste from your supermarket, but of course everything tastes better homemade. This DIY paste packs plenty of flavor and – once you have the ingredients – it’s simple to pull together. Use it …