The Joy of Hatch Chiles and Beautiful Cocktails

In this spicy and smoky episode of Foodlore, Dr. Jenn Seasly chats with home chef and mixologist Shana Vanbebber about the deep culinary roots of the Southwest. From her family's Hatch green chile stew to a stunning tequila-based cocktail called Vermilion Smoke, Shana shares stories of flavor, tradition, and a dash of humor. They explore the history of Hatch chiles, the art of smoking simple syrup, dad-made tortillas, Sunday bean rituals, and the joys of glassware. Plus, a sneak peek at Shana's upcoming cocktail book Southwest Cocktails. 🍲 Read the full recipe: https://jennseaslysfoodlore.com/recipes/hatch-green-chile-stew 🍸 Read the full cocktail recipe: https://jennseaslysfoodlore.com/recipes/vermilion-smoke/ 👩🏻‍🍳 Follow Shana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanavanbebber/ 👉 Listen to the episode: https://jennseaslysfoodlore.com/episodes/the-joy-of-hatch-chiles-and-beautiful-cocktails