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It’s true that the more spicy foods you eat the more of it you’ll crave. It’s the endorphin rush many experience after having chile peppers that keeps them going back for more. The sweat beads building on your forehead, the runny nose, and teary eyes somehow isn’t so bad when that natural rush comes over [...]
There are some great recipes and ideas to be found on Pinterest. I really have to watch myself on that site otherwise it’ll be hours of time spent gawking at gorgeous recipes you’d love to make but may never have the time! That’s why I like sifting through loads of them to bring you simple [...]
I attended the first annual NYC Hot Sauce Expo last weekend held in Brooklyn’s East River State Park. The event was a huge success giving hot sauce companies, small and large the opportunity to share their creations with us city folk! It was the perfect event for tasting and purchasing difficult to find hot sauces. [...]
Finally made it to Mission Chinese in NYC and it was everything I expected, mouth numbing, spicy, delicious food with surprisingly complex flavors. Don’t be afraid of the spices, the dishes aren’t overwhelmingly hot but the ones I tried did make my nose run a little and that’s not a bad thing. First up was [...]
The most moist beef jerky you will ever have can be found at Ling Kee’s Beef Jerky shop in Chinatown, NYC. The shop is not too far from the Hester St flea market on the less traveled side of Canal St. Now that it’s starting to warm up around here I will be making a [...]
Hope you and yours are having a wonderful Easter Sunday! Tagged: Easter
I’m on a mission to get back to Florida. They’ve been having great weather since I left! Hate that! A few days before I got there the temps were in the 80s but it was downhill from there. So another trip is in order to get a little sun, some beach time and some kick-ass [...]
Happy pre – St. Patrick’s Day!! Celebrate with these jalapeno and cheddar cornbread muffins for a spiced up morning. They’re playful, fun, easy to make and would look cute on your breakfast table. During the baking process the jalapeno slices transform into little shamrocks! Just slice an extra jalapeno and top each muffin before baking. [...]
I was in the West Palm Beach area a couple of weeks ago and found a little gem of a place off of Forest Hills Blvd. If you’re in the area make sure you stop by the Sunshine Flea Market for great authentic Mexican foods like tacos, tostadas, tamales, pozole, menudo, you name it, they [...]
Five spicy soups I’ve been wanting to make and now is the time! The weather here has been a little strange which has become the norm these days. One day its in the 20′s then it shoots up to 60 then back down to the 30s! Who can dress for this weather? Well one thing [...]
Brussel sprouts! They used to be the vegetable I avoided until a friend of mine made me try them years ago. I always thought they would taste like cabbage, which I’m not a fan of, but they were surprisingly different and only resemble cabbage in appearance. Brussel sprouts are nutty, buttery, nutritious and so filling. [...]
It’s cold outside but warm indoors and sometimes you just want to kick back, have a refreshing cocktail and just dream of summer. It’s also a great time to take advantage of seasonal citruses like blood oranges and spruce up a classic margarita cocktail. This sweet and tart fruit gives the margarita that extra tang [...]
Happy Valentine’s Day! Hope you are all having a super spicy hot day today and if not don’t sweat it, you will be after this spicy martini. It’s sweet, spicy and chocolatey with a touch of cherry. Perfect if you’re making it a girls night in or if you’re with your loved one. Spicy Hot [...]
We got over a foot of snow here in Jersey on Friday and heard the Connecticut area got it far worse than us with over three feet of snow! I can’t imagine having to dig out of all that snow! I went out to shovel during the storm just to get a head start so [...]
Here are six spicy starters for this weekend that I think are just great! These will definitely raise the heat level at your Superbowl party and will keep both sides happy no matter who they’re rooting for. A couple you’ll recognize as Superbowl classics with a different spin and a few others are snack size [...]
This quinoa bites recipe has been on my Pinterest board for over a year now. I’ve made it a couple of times and decided to tweak the recipe for a spicier option. What can I say, I just can’t help myself! Adding a little spice here and there can really elevate a dish, even if [...]
Hi all, been working on a new lollipop flavor for Valentine’s Day that I think you all will love! Cinnamon Spice lollipops have a nice spice flavor and come with a little cinnamon candy heart. The lollipops are made with cinnamon sticks and hot, spicy cinnamon candy which also give them their lovely pink color. [...]
Looking for a quick breakfast to make during the week? This is it! You will not see oatmeal quite the same again. This coconut almond oatmeal breakfast is creamy, spiced up, flavorful, delivers a nice crunch and you can make it in under five minutes. It will also keep you full for hours! My intention [...]
Have any of you seen Bon Appetite’s new Foodie Lover’s cleanse yet? The plan aims to help food lovers get back on a healthy food track after a holiday of feasting. This isn’t a boring diet, or a “diet” for that matter, made up of bland foods but the the kind of menu you can look [...]
Have you made a weight loss resolution for this new year? Well you and probably most in your circle have but if not there is no reason to stop eating healthy. One of my favorite snacks to munch on during the day is hummus. It’s packed with protein, fiber and is low is fat. Add [...]
Here’s a round up of some of the most favorite of my recipes this year. It’s been a little over a year now since I started this spicy food blog and can’t believe how quickly time has passed. I hope you have enjoyed reading it as much as I’ve enjoyed sharing it with you. I’m [...]
Attending a dinner party and forgot to get your cocktail loving host/hostess a gift? Instead of rushing to the wine shop and getting the usual, impress them with something homemade! This hibiscus and ginger simple syrup will add a nice personal touch and will only take minutes to make! All you need is a pretty [...]
Still looking for gifts for that spicy food lover in your life? Etsy is a wonderful marketplace for finding handmade and vintage gift items. I perused the site for cool gift ideas for the spicy food lover and picked a handful that I thought you would enjoy unwrapping! 1. This Mortar and Pestle is perfect [...]
Here they are, the new and improved lollipops! After carefully considering all the feedback received from you all I’ve decided to change the lollipops a bit. Instead of pouring free hand I’m now using molds which means more candy for you. I liked the organic shape and appeal of the older lollies but found them [...]
During the winter months I like switching to cocktails made with dark or amber liquors. Vodka or tequila are normally my spirits of choice but when its cold out and nice and cozy inside, all I want to sip on is B&B, or a cocktail made with rum, bourbon or whiskey. The spices in these [...]
How do you enjoy your favorite tea? A little honey, sugar, agave syrup? Well here’s a treat that will sweeten your tea and add a bit of chile spice: use spicy lollipop as stirrers! These are perfect for when you feel the sniffles coming on or to soothe a sore throat, the chilies in the [...]
I love a good roasted chile pepper, especially one you can just pop in your mouth for a quick and easy snack! These Japanese Shishito peppers aren’t spicy but sometimes you bite into one that really surprises you. You might get a few out of a bunch that are spicy hot but that’s the interesting [...]
Shop Cyber Monday and get 30% off your entire order at our Etsy Shop!!! Visit our Etsy Shop and enter CyberMon30 at checkout to receive 30% off your purchase. Sale begins Monday, 11/26 at 12:01AM and ends at midnight. Note: We can also make lollipops without chiles upon request
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving or not, I hope you’re all having a wonderful time where ever you are! I usually take this time to reflect and think about the things I’m thankful for and not just because it’s Thanksgiving here in the states but because its getting closer to the end of [...]
Have you decided on how you’re going to make your turkey for Thanksgiving? You might already have your tried and true recipe that’s been in the family for years but if you want to try something different check out these spicy turkey recipes! I love a flavorful and juicy turkey and these recipes will be [...]
Nothing’s worse than being unprepared when you’re faced with a power outage. Sure you need stock up on batteries, candles, non-perishable foods like canned goods, jerky, hot sauce and water, you know, the essentials. However, there’s so much more you can do to prepare for a potential power outage! Here are a few tips for [...]
So hurricane Sandy knocked us around a little, actually a lot, I had no power in my neighborhood for about eight days but that didn’t stop me from cooking. Not sure if it was out of shear boredom or the fact that the meat in my refrigerator was very slowly defrosting but I was a [...]
We left Puerto Varas, Chile early one morning to begin our full day journey through the Andes mountains to get over to the Argentinian side. I was hoping to stay in Puerto Varas for a couple more days to really enjoy this beautiful village. I guess this means I’ll have to come back! There was [...]
After leaving Santiago, Chile we headed south to the northern part of the Chilean Patagonia. Patagonia spans across Chile and Argentina with the Andes being part of the continental divide. I also learned that Patagonia means the land of big feet, actually it was the name given to the region because the natives in the [...]
I’m back! Sorry to have been gone for so long but needed to get away for some rest and relaxation which I rarely got during my trip to Chile but I couldn’t stop! There were so many beautiful places to see and great food to be had! I had the pleasure of visiting both Chile [...]
Here are a few hearty, spicy recipes to keep you nice and toasty this Fall. These are all in queue once I get back from vacation. What are your favorite Fall dishes? 1. Chicken and Brisket Brunswick Stew from My Recipes 2. Gobi Manchurian – Fried Cauliflower from Sinfully Spicy 3. Short-Rib Beef Stew with [...]
So I’m off to my much needed vacation to Chile and Argentina and even though you may not hear from me for a while I’ll be thinking about you! I’m very excited about this trip since it’s the first time traveling to this area and also the first time visiting the continent of South America. [...]
Two weeks ago I posted about a little hidden, spicy foods gem down the shore here in Jersey called Ragin’ Cajun. I picked up their cookbook the last time I was there and had to share this recipe for blackened fish bites. If you visit you’ll see the blackened chicken bites on the menu but [...]
Today is the last day of the San Gennaro Feast in Little Italy and here are a few photos to entice you to visit. I went in the early evening so it wasn’t too crowded which was perfect for getting through to see all the vendors. First my favorites…I purchased a Thrillist deal for a [...]
I love the Fall! Time to get the sweaters and light jackets from storage, watch the changing leaves, go apple and pumpkin picking, start watching Football every weekend, and attend a couple of food festivals. This past summer was brutal so definitely welcoming the cooler temperatures and looking forward to checking out what’s new at [...]
It’s that time! Time to pull out your favorite football teams’ jersey and start getting your game time recipes in queue. I’m always searching for new and interesting appetizers for game time and one things that’s always on the menu is spicy wings. It’s a long time until the Superbowl but just think of all [...]
This year I’ve gone down the shore just a couple of times but when I do go it’s an all day or overnight getaway. By the way, here in Jersey we say “down the shore” or “to the shore”, it’s a Jersey thing! So a mini “staycation” to the shore to regroup is always necessary [...]
I love sharing great product finds, especially those handmade goods that you know had lots of love poured into them. Anyone who dedicates their time and money to provide wholesome, great tasting, locally sourced small batch food products deserve our support and a huge shout out! These spicy and boozy jams deliver tender chunks of [...]
I started working out again about a month ago to try and shed a few pounds packed on in the last six months. I’m not a big fan of working out but it’s a necessary evil if you love to eat like me! Actually, its the gyms and treadmills that I don’t like and prefer [...]
Habanero Mint Mojito – muddle mint, sugar, lime wedges, habanero slices, add ice, white rum, seltzer and sip.
I’m starting my Wordless Wednesday series with a few words… Every so often I come across amazing recipes, meals or styled feasts that just leave me, well speechless. These are the ones that inspire and make you want to pull out that mixer you haven’t used in ages, buy ingredients you normally wouldn’t stock or [...]
Noticed I haven’t been cooking much? Well if you have its not because of a shortage of recipes, it’s just Summer. During this time of year I like to spend as much time outdoors as possible and if its hot out I definitely don’t want to be in the kitchen. If you’ve been reading my [...]
What’s better than an ice cold lemonade during these humid days of August? A spicy ice cold lemonade! It’s a kicked up version of the ones from your old lemonade stand days and one you’ll enjoy just the same. Lemonade always evokes childhood memories of being carefree, without a worry in the world and of [...]
