Modern Marvels Hot and Spicy

This installment in the History Channel’s Modern Marvel series explores the fascinating scientific stories behind some of the common elements in modern life that many people take for granted: super spicy food, from the hottest chile pepper in the world, to scientists who isolate the chemical that gives food its burn., Spices and hot ingredients are examined. Included: the making of Tabasco sauce in Louisiana; the McCormick spice company in Baltimore; a chili cook-off in Mississippi; the Bhut Jolokia chili, called the hottest pepper in the world; the making of horseradish, wasabi and mustard. Also: a trip to Michael Jordan’s Connecticut restaurant, SolToro Tequila Grill.