Weekly Firecast Episode #23 – ZestFest 2013 Report, Plus Chef Steve Lawrence of CaJohn’s Fiery Foods

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #23 - ZestFest 2013 Report, Plus Chef Steve Lawrence of CaJohn's Fiery FoodsThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #23 – ZestFest 2013 Report from Firehead Thomas Gately, Plus Chef Steve Lawrence of CaJohn’s

Scott gets a live report from ZestFest 2013 from chilehead blogger “Firehead” Thomas Gately, who talks about what new fiery products he likes from the show, and his recollection of the Fiery Food Challenge Awards Dinner. Later in the podcast, Chef Steve Lawrence, right hand man and GM of CaJohn’s Fiery Foods, talks to Scott about everything from the flavor and heat of chile peppers to his collaborative process with CaJohn Hard.

Links mentioned in the episode:

I Love It Spicy!
ZestFest 2013 Official Website
ZestFest Midwest
One Screw Loose
Lusty Munk Mustard
KA Ranch
Reva Foods
Deano’s Jalapenos
CaJohn’s Fiery Foods
Endorphin Farms
Hot Sauce/Chilehead Events and Festivals Calendar
The Following Podcast on the 2GuysTalking Network

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Weekly Firecast Episode #22 – Madison Chocolatiers West Interview, Plus Busting BBQ, Grilling and Meat Myths

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #22 - Madison Chocolatiers West Interview, Plus Busting BBQ, Grilling and Meat MythsThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #22 – Madison Chocolatiers West Interview, Plus Busting BBQ, Grilling and Meat Myths

Scott talks with Renee Rohrbach and Chef Ricky Sanders of The Madison Chocolatiers West, and talk about some of the unique, gourmet chocolates and confections that they create, including ones with trinidad scorpion chiles and ghost peppers, plus cover Scott’s favorite dessert product of 2012, the C3 Cinnamon Cayenne Caramel Sauce. Scott also tackles some of the most widespread BBQ, grilling and meat myths and gives the facts instead. Kelly’s Jelly Habanero Pepper Jelly is the review subject.

Links mentioned in the episode:

The Madison Chocolatiers West Official Site
The Madison Chocolatiers West on Facebook
ZestFest Website
ZestFest Midwest
Kelly’s Jelly
The Following Podcast on the 2GuysTalking Network
Scott Roberts Facebook Page
Scott Roberts Twitter Page

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Weekly Firecast Episode #21 – John Rizzotti of Rippin’ Red Sauces Interview, Plus ZestFest 2013 Preview

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #21 - John Rizzotti of Rippin' Red Sauces Interview, Plus ZestFest 2013 PreviewThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #21 – John Rizzotti of Rippin’ Red Sauces Interview, Plus ZestFest 2013 Preview

Continuing the buffalo wing sauce coverage, Scott chats with John Rizzotti of Rippin’ Red Sauce Company. John discusses the origins of his first two wing sauces, plus talks about this new Forbidden Angel Custom Crafted Habanero Sauce (which Scott reviews earlier in the podcast episode). Also, Scott chats with ZestFest owner and producer Greg Bagarozy and finds out all the details on the annual Texas-held spicy food event.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Rippin’ Red Official Site
Rippin’ Red on Facebook
ZestFest Website
Fat Kid Sauces
Hot Sauce Daily Week of Wings
Super Bowl Sauces Sale
Columbus North Market Fiery Foods Festival
The Following Podcast on the 2GuysTalking Network
Scott Roberts Facebook Page
Scott Roberts Twitter Page

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Weekly Firecast Episode #20 – Interview with Tim Bader of Volcanic Peppers

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #20 - Interview with Tim Bader of Volcanic PeppersThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:
Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #20 – Interview with Tim Bader of Volcanic Peppers

Chile pepper grower and connoisseur Tim Bader chats with Scott and about how he started smoking and drying chile peppers for his powders, seasonings and sauces for his Volcanic Peppers line, and talks about the heat and flavor of some of the world’s hottest peppers. Plus, Scott reviews Loud Foods’ Orange Sunshine Mango Habanero Sauce.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Volcanic Peppers Official Site
Volcanic Peppers on Facebook
Loud Foods Website
ScottRobertsWeb Facebook Page
Scott Roberts Twitter Page

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Weekly Firecast Episode #19 – Interview with Len Kozarski of Blackwoods Wing Sauce

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #19 - Interview with Len Kozarski of Blackwoods Wing SauceThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #19 – Interview with Len Kozarski of Blackwoods Wing Sauces

Len Kozarski of Blackwoods Wings Sauce talks about his origins, the unique ingredients that go into into four different buffalo wing sauces, and a bit about craft beer making. Plus, Scott reviews SuckleBusters Sweet & Spicy Mustard GOLD BBQ Sauce.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Blackwoods Wing Sauce Home Page
Blackwoods Wing Sauce Facebook Page
SuckleBusters Home Page
ScottRobertsWeb Facebook Page
Scott Roberts Twitter Page

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Weekly Firecast Episode #17 – Scott’s Picks For Best Products of 2012

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #17 - Scott's Picks For Best Products of 2012The Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #17 – Scott’s Favorite Products of the Year

It’s the special year-end episode where Scott gives his picks for what he thinks are the Best Products of 2012 when it comes to everything in the fiery foods world – hot sauce, BBQ sauce, top new product manufacturer and more!

Links mentioned in the episode:

Race City Sauce Works
DEFCON Sauces
Texas Brew Products
Cajun Heat
Bigmista’s Barbecue
Jeff’s Gourmet Jerky
Heartbreaking Dawns
Madison Chocolatiers West
Texas Creek Products
Smoke Canyon
CaJohn’s Fiery Foods
JAC’s Tailgaters
Mild to Wild Pepper & Herb Co.
Step Up For Charity
:finn Slide Guitarist Soundcloud Page

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Weekly Firecast Episode #16 – Interview with Michael Hultquist of Chili Pepper Madness

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #16 - Interview with Michael Hultquist of Chili Pepper MadnessThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #16 – Interview with Michael Hultquist of Chili Pepper Madness

Scott speaks with Mike Hultquist of the Chili Pepper Madness sites. An experienced cook, cookbook author and writer, Mike discusses things such as how he began his websites, how he likes to use chile peppers in dishes, creating book such as Jalapeno Poppers, and also his activities outside of the foodie world. Scott also reviews Oakridge BBQ Santa Maria Steak Seasoning.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Chili Pepper Madness
The Madness Blog
Jalapeno Madness
Habanero Madness
Hot Sauce Madness
Salsa Madness
Seafood Madness
All of Mike Hultquist’s Cookbooks
Quist Interactive
Arena (2011) starring Samuel L. Jackson and Kellan Lutz available for purchase on Amazon
Victim (2010) IMDB Page
Oakridge BBQ

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Weekly Firecast Episode #14 – Interview with Anna Shawver of Apple Canyon Gourmet

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #14 - Interview with Anna Shawver of Apple Canyon GourmetThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #14 – Interview with Anna Shawver of Apple Canyon Gourmet

Scott speaks with Apple Canyon Gourmet founder Anna Shawver, who talks about her many product lines of salsa (Santa Fe Seasons), drink mixes (Santa Fe Mixes), hot sauces and more, plus her proud New Mexico heritage, and if she prefers her chiles red, green or Christmas style. Scott also reviews the entire eight-sauce lineup from Bigfat’s Hot Sauce.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Apple Canyon Gourmet main site
Bigfat’s Hot Sauce
Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Holiday Season hot sauce and BBQ sauce specials and coupon codes

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Weekly Firecast Episode #13 – Interview with Brian Henderson of BBQSauceReviews.com

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #13 - Interview with Brian Henderson of BBQSauceReviews.comThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #13 – Interview with Brian Henderson of BBQSauceReviews.com

Scott talks indepth with reviewer Brian Henderson of BBQSauceReviews.com about how he started the website and what he looks for in a barbecue sauce. Brian also discusses his new book ‘How to Market Your BBQ Sauce’. Scott reviews Race City Sauce Works’ Lucky Dog Smoked Habanero Honey Mustard.

Links mentioned in the episode:

BBQ Sauce Reviews Homepage
How to Market Your BBQ Sauce book order page
Race City Sauce Works

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Weekly Firecast Episode #12 – Interview with Mike Lampros of Gunther’s Gourmet

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #12 - Interview with Mike Lampros of Gunther's GourmetThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #12 – Interview with Mike Lampros of Gunther’s Gourmet

Scott chats with Chef Michael Lampros of Virginia-based food company Gunther’s Gourmet, makers of numerous salsas, dips and marinades & vinaigrettes. Mike talks about his history, flavor profiles and life as one of the premiere, award-winning special food makers in the fiery foods business. Scott also reviews Trader Joe’s Habanero Hot Sauce.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Gunther’s Gourmet Official Site
Trader Joes
Scoville Scale Chart
Chilehead Events Calendar

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Weekly Firecast Episode #11 – Interview with Hot Saucers, Plus Scott’s Favorite Wing Sauces

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #11 - Interview with Hot Saucers, Plus Scott's Favorite Wing SaucesThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #11 – Interview with Hot Saucers, Plus Scott’s Favorite Wing Sauces

Scott interviews Josh Todd and James Sunderland of the company Hot Saucers, makers of the Pineapple Express sauce. Also, Scott gives you his picks for his favorite hot wing/buffalo wing sauce of all time, in Mild, Medium, Hot and Extreme Heat categories.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Hot Saucers Official Site
* Hawaiian Poke Recipe
* Vinaigrette Recipe
* Fish Taco Recipe
Ott’s Wing Sauce
DEFCON Sauces
Rippin’ Red Sauces
Honeyblaze Sauces
Buffalo Wild Wings Online Store
CaJohn’s Fiery Foods

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Weekly Firecast Episode #9 – Interview with Torchbearer Sauces

Weekly Firecast Podcast Episode #9 - Interview with Torchbearer SaucesThe Audio Weekly Firecast with Scott Roberts:

Episode 009 – Interview with Torchbearer Sauces

Scott interviews Vid Lynch and Ben Smith of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based Torchbearer Sauces, and they discuss their unique offerings of condiments, hot sauces and BBQ sauces, their experiences as a young company, and their crazy cool bottle labels. Scott also reviews High River Sauces’ Rogue Blood Orange Moruga Scorpion Sauce.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Torchbearer Sauces Official Site
Torchbearer Sauces’ Kickstarter Page
High River Sauces
ScottRobertsWeb.com Facebook Page
ScottRobertsWeb.com Twitter Page
ScottRobertsWeb.com YouTube Page
ScottRobertsWeb.com Pinterest Page
2GuysTalking Feedback Gauntlet (provide feedback and enter to win $100)

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