Creative chile-laden food & drink continue to expand on menus
The trend toward hot and spicy has been heating up for some time now, with consumers eating and seeking out wherever they go more hot and spicy food and drink.
New research from Kalsec, a global producer of spice and herb flavor extracts, indicates that more than 50% of consumers say that they choose spicy options when dining out or eating at home, double the number from just two years ago.
Chefs and bartenders are responding to the growing desire for fire by delivering spiciness even in ingredients or dishes that aren’t typically spicy, such as bacon, cocktails and desserts.