"Back in the day there were only a handful of hot sauce companies, and then maybe seven years ago it just exploded. I always make the joke that my grandmother's gonna start a hot sauce company because it just seems like every town has like 10 or more companies now."
"I love watching the growth and the amount of people in mainstream America that really gravitate towards spicy foods now. It's definitely become mainstream. The biggest trend I've noticed is, everywhere you go, you see more spicy options."
The New York City Hot Sauce Expo returns for its 13th year in Brooklyn, showcasing over 40 hot sauce vendors, craft beers, and spicy food. The event includes competitive eating competitions, a Tabasco cocktail demonstration, and a 'bobbing for reaper peppers' experience. Steve Seabury, the founder, started making hot sauce in the early 2000s to enhance his food while touring. The hot sauce industry has significantly expanded, with many new companies emerging and spicy foods becoming mainstream.
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