Deadline Approaching for Entries to the 2025 Fiery Food Challenge

FORT WORTH, Texas - April 2, 2025 - PRLog -- Spicy Food Productions, Inc. is excited to announce that the submission deadline for the 28th Annual Fiery Food Challenge (FFC) is rapidly approaching. All entries must be received by April 11, 2025. This premier event, recognized as the longest-running and most prestigious blind-tasting competition in the fiery food industry, will be held during ZestFest 2025 from May 23-25 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.​

The Fiery Food Challenge has a storied history of celebrating the boldest and most innovative creators of spicy food products. Over the past two decades, it has become a cornerstone of the fiery food community, setting the gold standard for excellence in flavor, heat, and craftsmanship. The competition attracts entries from around the globe, offering 85 categories that range from mild to ultra-hot, providing ample opportunities for participants to showcase their products.​

Entries are evaluated through a series of blind tastings by a panel of culinary experts, ensuring an unbiased assessment based on eye appeal, aroma, flavor, and heat scale. Winners in each category are honored with the coveted Golden Chile Award, with second and third-place finishers receiving distinguished ribbons. The awards will be announced at the FFC Awards Banquet on May 23, 2025, marking the commencement of ZestFest 2025.​

Achieving recognition in the Fiery Food Challenge offers significant marketing advantages. Winning companies receive 1,000 FFC winner labels for placement on their honored products, a symbol that has been recognized by consumers worldwide for over 20 years. This accolade not only enhances brand credibility but also taps into a growing market of food enthusiasts seeking flavorful, artisan products.​

Prospective participants are encouraged to submit their entries promptly to meet the April 11 deadline. For more information on submission guidelines and to download the 2025 Fiery Food Challenge Entry Form, please visit https://zestfest.net/fiery-food-challenge/.​

About Spicy Food Productions, Inc.:

Spicy Food Productions, Inc. is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the spicy food industry through events like ZestFest and the Fiery Food Challenge. By bringing together enthusiasts, chefs, and producers, they aim to foster a community passionate about bold flavors and culinary innovation.​