What's in a Name?

     I enjoy individuals who take their craft seriously, whatever it may be, but do not take themselves too seriously.  That was very apparent at the Fiery Foods and BBQ Show in Albuquerque.   As I read through the Exhibitors Guide "Burn!" listing participants and Scovie Award winners I was amused by some of the company names.  Here is a list of just a few:

Albukirky Seasonings                                        Golden Toad
CaJohn's                                                              Grumpy's
Deano's Jalapenos                                              Horsetooth Hotsauce
Dragon's Breath Sauce                                      Hellfire
Filipino Phil's Nuclear Chipotle Sauce             Rib Rangers
Frog Bone Cajun Sauces                                    Scorpion Gourmet Hot Sauce
Sauce Goddess                                                    Yoder Smokers (from Kansas, no less!)

For many, it's not merely a living, it's a lifestyle.  Consider the following:

      Exhibitors were present from 39 of our 50 nifty United States, as well as 6 foreign countries that included: United Kingdom, Austria, Canada, Ecuador, Australia, and St. Lucia.  And if you think that hot stuff is just a southwestern phenomenon, think again.  The respected and venerable Cabot Creamery Cooperative from Montpelier in the Green Mountain State took home honors for their Hot Buffalo Wing, and Horseradish Cheddar as well as their Pepper Jack Cheese.