Hot Sauce Nation: America's Burning Obsession
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| Management number | 236978210 | Release Date | 2026/07/10 | List Price | US$5.26 | Model Number | 236978210 | ||
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A red-hot ride through the fiery story of hot sauce in America, exploring its history, science, and cultural impact. Why has the world's most painful food inspired such adoration in the USA?Denver Nicks delves into the American hot sauce obsession, tracing its roots through successive waves of immigrants who turned up the heat on the American palate. From salsa to barbecue, buffalo wings to chocolates, this flavorful volume explores:The science behind capsaicin and the sensation of spiceThe cultural significance of regional hot sauce traditionsThe passionate romances and life-changing experiences inspired by hot sauceFor foodies, culinary history enthusiasts, and anyone curious about this uniquely American obsession, Hot Sauce Nation is a spicy and insightful exploration of a condiment that has transformed the American dining experience. Denver Nicks is a regular contributor to Time and National Geographic Traveler. Read more
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