The chile pequin is one of those things that is a staple in lots of Latino homes, but we don’t really take the time to recognize it, kind of like manguera water. The hot pepper, named for its tiny ...

So, what is in a name? Call it chili petin, Chile Tepin, Chile Pequin, Chiltepin, Chile Petin, Bird Pepper, Turkey Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, these are all common names for varieties of Capsicum annuum.

Foodies can be a fickle bunch to shop for during the holiday season. There's a good chance they've tried most of the products available in grocery stores, and their jaded palates can be difficult to ...