Hot Pepper Workshop: From Seed to Hot Sauce
Learn all things hot peppers, from sourcing seeds to raising them successfully. Demonstrations, taste testing, and of course, recipes!
Date and time
Location
Olde Dominion Tavern
5351 Merchants View Square Haymarket, VA 20169Refund Policy
Agenda
Pepper Varieties Suited for Northern VA
Responsibly Sourcing Hot Pepper Seeds
Seed Starting Hot Peppers: Dos and Don'ts, Timing, and Tips
Container Options & Considerations
Proper Plant Care
Harvesting Hot Peppers
Fermenting: the Ultimate Hot Sauce Technique (Demonstration!)
Quick Hot Sauce Recipes
About this event
Hot Pepper Workshop: From Seed to Hot Sauce
Join us for a sizzling and spicy adventure at the Hot Pepper Workshop: From Seed to Hot Sauce! Get ready to dive into the world of fiery plants and then learn how to transform ordinary peppers into mouthwatering hot sauce.
During this interactive workshop, you'll discover the secrets of growing hot peppers from seed to harvest. Our resident expert will guide you through the entire process, from selecting the right pepper varieties to nurturing them into vibrant plants.
Once your peppers are ripe and ready, we'll show you how to create your very own signature hot sauce. Learn the art of blending flavors, experimenting with different ingredients, and achieving the perfect level of heat to suit your taste buds. We'll demonstrate how to easily ferment your blends for optimum flavor, and provide recipes for quicker vinegar-based sauces. We'll even have some for you to try and take home!
Whether you're a hot sauce enthusiast or a curious foodie, this workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to spice up their culinary skills. Don't miss this opportunity to become a hot sauce connoisseur!
Spaces are limited, so secure your spot now and get ready to embark on a journey of heat and flavor. We can't wait to see you at the Hot Pepper Workshop: From Seed to Hot Sauce!
Check out the Agenda to see the topics we'll cover!
Your ticket includes:
- Complimentary beverage (alcoholic or non!)
- Lite fare from a custom menu curated specifically for this workshop, featuring (optional) hot sauce direct from Kraus Farm!
- Digital copy of all resources reviewed in class
- Fermenting supply resources
- A plant or two to take home, straight from the Kraus Farm nursery
- Hot sauce sample
Frequently asked questions
Not for this! Just a list of questions or common problems if you have them.
Unfortunately, there are no refunds on individual classes as plans are made based on the number of tickets purchased. However, they can be sold or transferred to someone else, and they make a great gift!
We have a lot scheduled for this spring! Topics include: tomatoes (seed to harvest), seed starting, seasonal vegetable gardening, cheap & lazy gardening, container gardening, natural pest management, dahlias (planting and care), hot peppers, fall gardens, and winter preparation. Join us!