Zero Waste Hot Sauce Workshop

Hot sauces are far more than just condiments — they are a vivid reflection of the cultures that create them. From the smoky moles of Mexico to the fermented chili pastes of Korea and the fragrant harissa of North Africa, these fiery blends tell stories of trade, migration, and adaptation. They connect communities through shared spice traditions and celebrate abundance, creativity, and resilience.

In this workshop, we’ll also introduce you to the principles of zero waste cooking and circularity — finding delicious, creative ways to use every part of our ingredients. We’ll show you how hot sauces can embody these principles by turning surplus produce and by-products into bold, unique flavors, reducing waste while expanding your culinary possibilities.

What the workshop entails
You’ll learn the fundamentals of hot sauce making, including the science behind preservation, food safety, and fermentation. We’ll cover ingredient selection, flavor balance, and tips for closing loops in your cooking. Then, you’ll roll up your sleeves and create your own custom hot sauce — choosing your chilies, aromatics, spices, and acids to suit your taste.

By the end of the session, you will:

• Bottle your own hot sauce to take home.
• Receive a printed manual with recipes, preservation tips, and zero waste ideas.
• Gain confidence to create and adapt hot sauces in your own kitchen.

Workshop Timeline (1.5 to 2 hours)

• Welcome & Introduction – Hot sauces in culture, and the link to zero waste cooking.
• Hot Sauce Fundamentals – Ingredients, flavor balance, preservation methods.
• Safety & Preparation – Handling chilies, sanitation for fermentation.
• Hands-On Creation – Make your own hot sauce from scratch.
• Bottling & Labeling – Name your creation and prepare it for home.
• Tasting & Sharing – Try a selection of our hot sauces and exchange ideas.

Come curious, leave inspired — with your very own hot sauce, a comprehensive manual and the know-how to keep the creativity flowing in your kitchen!

*Additional 15% discount on all Roots Radicals products!

more information : Zero Waste Hot Sauce Workshop Tickets, Fri, Aug 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM | Eventbrite