Scoville is a term that's usually thrown around when people are talking about the peppers that really pack heat. No one cares about the Scoville of bell peppers, but when we're talking about the ...

In 1912, chemist Wilbur Scoville developed a method to measure the heat level of chile peppers. The test is named after him, the "Scoville Organoleptic Test." In the original test, Wilbur blended pure ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Three compounds in peppers appear to lessen their perceived spiciness. Hot peppers aren’t for everyone, but that’s where the ...

With Zest Fest on the horizon, my eyes are a little more attuned to chili-related news. A post on the Smithsonian Food and Think blog seems a perfect primer to the upcoming festivities. See Also: ...

Everyone loves a little spice now and then, whether it's devouring a plate of the blisteringly spicy hot wings or satiating your sweet tooth with candied jalapeños. Afterwards, perhaps you've found ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You may like spicy foods, but do you think you could handle the hottest pepper in the world? In the world of record-breaking hot ...