It is that time of year again. I pick six chilli varieties each season for us to grow together, same plant and same timing, so we can compare progress through the season. If you want a guided way into chilli growing and a community to share results with, grab a kit and grow along. How […]
Grow With Me in 2026: The ChilliChump Seedkit Is Finally Here! Read More 🌶️
Nothing beats homemade chilli jam. It’s cheaper than shop-bought, you control the heat level, and one batch makes enough for months of meals. This recipe works brilliantly with fresh or dried chillies, so you can make it year-round with whatever you’ve got. Choosing the Right Chillies for Your Jam The star of any chilli jam
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After years of cobbling together different solutions to monitor my greenhouse sensors, dealing with clunky interfaces, and paying through the nose for features I didn’t need, I finally had enough. So I built SpicyIoT – the monitoring platform I actually wanted to use. Why I Created SpicyIoT You know how it goes. You start with
SpicyIoT: The IoT Monitoring Platform I Built (And Use Every Day) Read More 🌶️
If you love the bold flavours and heat of jalapeños, you’re going to enjoy this. Today, I’m sharing my honey pickled jalapeño recipe using my very own CC jalapeño variety – a chilli I’ve been developing for years to be bigger, hotter and earlier to harvest than your typical jalapeño. Along the way, I’ll also
Perfect Pickled GIANT Jalapeño Recipe – And First Run on My New Pro Processor Read More 🌶️
This honey jalapeño recipe transforms ordinary peppers into an artisanal condiment that elevates everything from tacos to charcuterie boards. Why Honey Pickled Jalapeños Are Superior Honey pickled jalapeños offer a completely different flavor profile than traditional sugar-based recipes. The natural honey sweetness creates depth and complexity that sugar simply can’t match, resulting in gourmet pickled
Honey Pickled Jalapeños Recipe: Sweet & Spicy Perfection Read More 🌶️
When it comes to hot sauces, I like to push the boundaries and experiment with some of the hottest chillies on the planet. This time, I’ve been working on a truly insane homemade hot sauce that’s been bubbling away in my fermentation setup since December 2022. This isn’t just any sauce, it’s crafted with the
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If you’re keen to garden sustainably and save money, this guide shows you how to turn everyday garden waste, such as weeds and grass clippings, into a nutrient-rich organic feed using just a bucket, rainwater and a few simple steps.
Right, so apparently we’re living in some sort of climate change fever dream where the UK is now hotter than a ghost pepper’s armpit. Remember when 25°C was considered a proper scorcher and we all lost our minds? Well, those days are gone, folks. We’re hitting 30°C+ regularly now, and growing chillies in hot weather
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If you’ve been following my journey over on the ChilliChump YouTube channel, you’ll know I’m meticulous about keeping a clean workspace when I’m making sauces, fermenting foods, or preserving ingredients. For years, StarSan has been my go-to sanitiser—easy to use, effective, and, best of all, no-rinse. But sourcing StarSan has become trickier and more expensive,
My Top StarSan Sanitiser Alternative for Chilli Sauce Makers and Home Brewers in the UK Read More 🌶️
This green chilli hot sauce recipe is the ultimate blend of spicy green chillies, ginger, and fresh coriander, balanced with the tang of apple cider vinegar. This is a fresh, vibrant, and spicy sauce that’s perfect for the summer months. Whether you’re a fan of spicy jalapeños or milder Kashmiri chillies, this homemade hot sauce
Learn the pros and cons of choosing a polytunnel or greenhouse for your garden. Discover which option is best for your plants and gardening needs.
Discover top tips to sow chilli seeds & grow chilli peppers successfully. Essential advice for chilli growers on sowing chilli pepper seeds for a spicy harvest.
Discover the secret to the crispiest chicken wings coated in spicy hot sauce. A must-try recipe for wing lovers seeking the ultimate flavor kick.
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