Spicy food challenges have created unique social bonds ... As long as creators keep innovating and participants stay willing to face the heat, these fiery challenges will remain a hot topic ...

The Carolina Reaper is the world’s hottest chilli. We take a giant bite at Dave's Hot Chicken while asking what attracts us ...

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