All Things Hot and Spicy This Weekend
The 4th Annual California Hot Sauce Expo will be celebrated this weekend on Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19. at the City National Grove of Anaheim. The two-day event will feature an array of 30+ handpicked artisanal craft hot sauce makers from around the globe, complete with free samples and products available for purchase from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. each day.
This tribute to all things hot and spicy will feature a "Stage of Doom," where showcases and competitions will take place throughout each day. Highlights include Guinness Book of Records Carolina Reaper Pepper Eating Contest ($1000 Grand Prize For Broken Record), The Booze & Infuse Cocktail Competition, Chihuahua Beauty Pageant, Lucha Wrestling, Craft Beers, Specialty Cocktails and more.
The 4th Annual California Hot Sauce Expo will feature three tiers of ticket options - General Admission ($10), Craft Brew Package ($30) and Ultimate Fiery VIP Package ($75). Tickets are available at cahotsauceexpo.com.
All attendees can enjoy fiery samples from hot sauce vendors, access to all staged eating competitions, and many other entertaining events for all friends and family. The Craft Brew Package will feature a GA ticket, all-access backstage pass into the exclusive VIP area, complimentary cocktails & spirit tastings, craft beers, a free bottle of High River Sauces, limited edition Expo t-shirt, issue of Chile Pepper Magazine & a VIP Gift bag stuffed with sponsorship goodies.
For more information, visit cahotsauceexpo.com.
City National Grove of Anaheim is at 2200 E Katella Ave. in Anaheim.