Finding Fresh Cayenne Peppers in NY

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Hello Dave,I must say, I’m enjoying your web site. Lots of info. I have been thinking hard about entering the Scovies Contest. It sounds really cool. I will decide in the next day or two. Entering the mild/med salsa contest is what I would do. Also, Is there anywhere close to New York State that has fresh cayenne peppers? I …

Small packages of Jalapenos wanted

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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 …

Chili (Chile) Powder

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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

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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, …

Piri-Piri Powder needed

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Hello Dave:,My Granddad has been looking for Piri Piri powder for about 3 years now and we’ve been unable to find any companies in Britain who stock it. I’ve tried on the net as well but never found any companies there either. Is there anyone I can buy it from? My Granddad lived in South Africa for years and makes …