Entertaining with Chillies: Mild to Wild: A How To, When To, Why to Chilli Guide for Hosts

Turn up the heat on your hosting.

Entertaining with Chillies is not just a cookbook. It is a bold, witty, and wildly creative guide to transforming ordinary meals into unforgettable experiences.

Nancy Hillary, self-proclaimed Chilli Sorceress, blends humour, science, global food culture, and fearless flavour into a book that teaches you how to use heat with confidence. From mild crowd-pleasers to daring fire-kissed creations, this is your guide to mastering the art of spice without overwhelming your guests or your taste buds.

Inside you will discover:

- How to build layers of heat instead of burning out flavour

- The science behind why we love the burn

- Globally inspired recipes from AfroChilli to Asian spice traditions

- Chilli-infused cocktails, desserts, cheese boards, and sauce bars

- Hosting strategies that turn spice into social magic

- Playful illustrations and storytelling that make learning delicious

Whether you are chilli-curious or a full-blown heat enthusiast, this book shows you how to entertain with flair, humour, and just the right amount of fire.

Because bland food is forgettable.

But a little heat? That sparks conversation.