Bubba wrote:
> If stress causes heat increase in chilies, I got a poblano yesterday
> that needed some serious therapy. I was chopping away (and, of course,
> have to taste while I chop) and popped a chunk of poblano in my
> mouth.....Wham! We're talking high end jalapeno type heat. Not that
> that's a bad thing, but it sure was a surprise!
> Anyone else out there ever get a "zinger"?
>
> Bubba
>


I've encountered a few hot ones over time. Happened one time when a less
heat tolerant friend and I were having dinner. We simply swapped plates.


jim