Spice Up Your Summer At The New England Hot Sauce Fest In New Hampshire

While I enjoy the warmer weather, I also welcome the return of autumn. But, I'm getting ahead of myself! There's still plenty of summer left in these parts and we need to make the most of it. What better way to do that than to embrace the summer heat by adding even more heat. There's one food festival in New Hampshire that will make you sweat but in an oh-so-delicious way. As if summer isn't hot enough around here!

The New England Hot Sauce Fest will test your taste bud tolerance for sure.

Dozens of hot sauce makers will be on hand with their spiciest wares.

The New England Hot Sauce Fest takes place on the grounds of Smuttynose Brewing Company in Hampton.

Smuttynose will have plenty of their award-winning craft beer available. Sounds like it will be the perfect way to sooth those hot flavors!

Are you a fan of the mildest or the hottest of the hot sauces? Whatever your preference, you'll find the perfect sauce at this event.

Food challenges at the event include a hot wing contest and a competition to see who can consume the most hot peppers.

The event is family-friendly with plenty for the kids to do, including bouncy house and face painting. Non-fussy eaters may also love the hot sauces!

Proceeds from the event go to ocean conservation efforts that work to provide education about and protection of marine life in the region.

To see the complete lineup of hot sauce vendors and to get your tickets for this ultimate food festival in New Hampshire, visit the New England Hot Sauce Fest and be sure to follow New England Hot Sauce Fest on Facebook for the latest updates.

There's always something food-related happening all year long somewhere in the state. A couple of events to put on your calendar are The Chocolate Expo and Taco Tour Manchester.