Q: Hi Dave, I am using a Lakota product that has 0.025 capsaicin in it and was wondering if this is a safe product to use. I am using it for arthritic pain in my shoulders. I would appreciate your input. Thank-you for your time.CathyA: Hello Cathy: All I can say is that commercial creams for arthritis containing capsaicin are …
Jalapeño Turtle Liquid…?
Q: Dear Dave,A friend once told me that the liquid that canned jalapeños are in is made from turtles. I find that hard to believe, but if it’s true, why turtles?–Eddie A: Hello Eddie:That’s a good one! The liquid is water with a little salt and maybe some vinegar.–Dave
Chile Grinders & Internet Shops
Q: Dear Dave:Two really important questions:1. Is there a one-stop shop anywhere on the internet where I can get ALL of my chiles? I’ve had a really hard time tracking down somewhere to buy some of the more uncommon chiles.2. What is the best chile grinder to prepare fresh ground chile powder, as it appears that many chiles are not …
How to Ship Fresh Roasted Chile
Q: Hi Dave, We just purchased fresh roasted green chile and would like suggestions for how to ship some overnight to a family member. Thanks, Debbie A: Hello Debbie:Freeze it first and then send it overnight in an insulated container with frozen refrigerants.–Dave
Design a Smoker
Q: Hi Dave,I was wondering if you know of a website or literature I could get that will help design a smoker. I live in Australia and although we have a million and one BBQs to choose from, finding a smoker is near impossible. We plan on using a 90kg LPG cylinder for the body of the smoker but would …