Chimango Sweet Heat Snacks For Cinco De Mayo

[1] Sweet peach rings sizzle with added chile seasoning (photos #1 and #2 © Chimango Snacks). [2] The pineapple chunks are sweet, tart, and nicely spicy. [3] Start with fresh fruits (photos #3 and #4 by ChatGPT 20225-04-23). [4] Sprinkle chili powder on your fresh fruits at home, too. Also on ice pops! [5] We…
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Hotter Than Hell Chocolate Chilies For Halloween & Beyond

[1] Your first challenge: Open the locked box (photos #1 and #2 © M. Cacao). [2] Dare you eat all eight? Or, invite a friend to compete: The box has two of each chile. [3] Dante’s Inferno inspired this collection (photo © CGR Publishing).   “Abandon all hope, ye who enter here,” says M. Cacao…
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Black Salsa For Halloween, El Dia De Los Muertos & Beyond

[1] A great gift for salsa fans (photos #1, #2, #3, #4 © Villa México Cafe). [2] The salsa comes in two sizes but only one strength: medium. [3] Freshly-made, waiting to cool. [4] Tortilla chips are only one of many ways to use black salsa. See more below. [5] Named one of Boston’s best…
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Celebrate El Dia De Los Muertos With Tamalitoz Mexican Candy

[1] Popcorn with the flavors of Mexico (all photos © Tamalitoz). [2] Three-layer chili pops combine the flavors of mango, pineapple, and watermelon. [3] Hard candies in 10 flavors (above, Cucumber, a favorite).   Tamalitoz is a popular Mexican candy brand known for bold flavors: combinations of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Made with typically…
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Mezcal Cocktail Recipes For Halloween & El Dia De Los Muertos

Mexico’s El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) follows Halloween, on November 1st and 2nd. It’s a special occasion for remembering and celebrating those loved ones who have passed on from this world. The spirits of family members return home on these days. The holiday actually begins the night before November 1st, which…
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