Cathy Collins M.Sc. 
What Is Sherry Vinegar? Sherry vinegar (vinagre de Jerez) is a gourmet wine vinegar made from sherry that has its origin in Spain. This vinegar has a milder flavor than the sometimes … Read more…
What Are Grains of Paradise? Aframomum melegueta is a species in the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, and is closely related to cardamom. An aromatic spice, similar to peppercorns, has its origin … Read more…
What Are Corno Di Toro Pepper? Corno di Toro Pepper, botanically classified as Capsicum Annuum, is an Italian heirloom variety. Also known as “Bull’s Horn Pepper” or “Cowhorn Pepper”, it’s … Read more…
One of the oldest known wild peppers in North American history is the little-known but no longer-forgotten tiny chiltepin pepper. An exploration into the facts of this pepper reveals the … Read more…
Chilies are an important part of most traditional dishes of Mexico. In fact, Mexico and Peru are two countries in the world that have the widest varieties of chiles and … Read more…
Charleston, the South Carolina port city, is known for spicy seafood like She Crab Soup, Shrimp and Grits, Frogmore Stews, and many more. The summer here is sweltering and sweaty. … Read more…
The original red cayenne pepper has its origin in Cayenne, French Guiana; it has been in cultivation since ancient times. But today, there are 7 verified distinct verities of Cayenne … Read more…
The Cascabella peppers are amazingly beautiful looking chilies with their waxy and bright yellow and red appearance. Many mistake them for banana peppers or Hungarian Hot Wax peppers for their … Read more…
Cascabel pepper called chile cascabel in Mexico, is well known for the delicious salsas they make. In fact, Cascabel Salsa, with tomato or tomatillo, is a famed street food in … Read more…