Ouths on fire this weekend

d wildest sampling shows. our sampling from. Center with over 50 booths of hot sauces, spices, rubs, BBQ sauces, confections and more,” Bowers said. “As mentioned before, it’s the variety of items now available that marks the biggest change. Chocolates, syrups (for your ice cream) and, of course, the new species of hot peppers that didn’t exist even a couple of years ago keep things fresh and exciting. So we’re always on the lookout for things like that.”

Beer, wine, soda, water and milk will be available for purchase to help cool things down when needed. There will also be a totally wild Bloody Mary bar if you are looking to up the ante on spice. A D J will spin music on Saturday and the Arena of Fire food competitions will offer onlookers plenty of entertainment. Fire up your taste buds and get ready to sweat — this event promises to bring the heat!

5 SAMPLES NOT TO MISS

Little Bird Chocolates — Their candied jalapenos are awesome, and who doesn’t like chocolate?

Scotty O’Hotty’s Bacon Chipotle hot sauce — Rich, flavorful and spicy

High River Sauces’ Tears of the Sun — Fruity, tropical, slightly sweet and mild heat

Angry Irishman Hot Sauce — Made with jalapeño and habanero with a wicked hot, great flavor

CaJohn’s Fiery Foods X Hot Sauce — This is a special collaboration between Jungle Jim’s and CaJohn’s in honor of the event’s 10th anniversary.