chipotle

Chili powders, red pepper flakes, chipotle in adobo, even jalapeño can all bring a slow-building warmth.

Roasted red peppers, meanwhile, find their calling in a smoky, charred quesadilla, melted into gooey cheese with a dash of chipotle and a squeeze of lime.

Affected flavors include roasted garlic, lemon, jalapeño, chipotle, balsamic, spinach and more.

Black bean chipotle hummus was among the offerings in the craft services area.

For example, a pantry geared toward Mexican cooking might include cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle chiles, masa harina, and a bottle of good hot sauce.