Get ready for a fiery fusion of flavor and fun at ZestFest, the nation’s premier spicy food festival. Held annually in Texas, ZestFest brings together hot sauce lovers, gourmet food makers, and fiery food fanatics from around the world. Sample the boldest new products, watch live cooking demos from celebrity chefs, and test your limits in epic spicy food challenges like the famous Fiery Food Challenge and Jalapeño Eating Contest.

Whether you’re a seasoned heat seeker or just discovering the thrill of spice, ZestFest offers an unforgettable taste adventure for the whole family. Explore aisles of artisan vendors, vote for your favorite sauces, and connect with the spicy food community in a one-of-a-kind culinary celebration.

It will be flavorfully hot weekend in Texas when Spicy Food Productions returns to Ft Worth for ZestFest 2025, the ultimate party for bold and spicy food enthusiasts. ZestFest is an action-packed weekend featuring the Fiery Food Challenge, Celebrity Chef demos and sampling of hundreds of zesty good products.

Chef Demonstration Schedule:

12 pm: Mark Hitri
1 pm: PuckerButt Pepper Eating Contest
2 pm: Brittany Brewer
3 pm: Ca John Hard
4 pm: Cecela Lopez
5 pm: Dana Cranfil

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