Last month, we brought you the early history of chili con carne, focusing specifically on its first contact with Anglo Texans and its role in the origins of Tex-Mex cuisine. In addition to discussing ...

Chili may have its roots in Mexican cuisine, but this humble stew, always made with some sort of chile pepper, is uniquely North American — and it’s as diverse as the places in which it's made. From ...

Chile con carne has long been at the center of cook-offs, drawing fierce competition and loyal fans across the country. It started as a hearty meal in early Texas kitchens and grew into a dish tied to ...

When Ben Z. Grant, a state representative from Marshall, persuaded the Sixty-Fifth Legislature to make chili the official state dish, in 1977, he had history on his side. Many people believe that ...