Stop saying “make it spicy.” Ask for the right heat instead — plus quick table tweaks and what to drink if it's too hot.

jar of hot red peppers on table scattered with more red peppers - By Jbfotoblog/Getty Images When you're out with clients or colleagues, the last thing you want is your food becoming the center of ...

Confession: I grew up eating bland foods and never developed a taste for spiciness. My wife, children and friends, who all love spice in its myriad forms, enjoy taunting me to try different foods, ...

Spicy food can transform any meal into a sensory experience — pain, pleasure, even breaking a sweat can take flavors to the next level. While some like it hot, dialing up the heat may ruin a meal for ...

A point where you can feel the sizzle in the back of the throat and on the roof of your mouth. A slight pinch of pain, but it mostly just adds a new depth of flavor. You might be feeling a little bit ...