Hot Sauce and Chilli Festival 2023

Overview

Melbourne's been busy reminding us that summer is well and truly over, yet we forecast a scorcher in the inner-north this weekend. On Saturday, April 1, Welcome to Brunswick is firing up for the return of its tongue-numbing Hot Sauce and Chilli Festival.

The day's main event is the infamous Hot Sauce Taste Challenge, where a bunch of brave punters will consume some of the world's fieriest condiments in ascending order of burn. If you're game, simply sign up on the day — but be warned, you'll need to sign a waiver.

Meanwhile, the bar will be pouring chilli lager on tap, plus shaking up plenty of spicy margaritas. Thirst quenched, you can stock up on fiery pantry staples with a scoot around the boutique hot sauce market, sampling and purchasing sauces from a wide range of local brands. You can nab yourself some 'Hot For Brunswick' merch, too.

Of course, there'll also be a swag of spicy food truck menu items to sink your teeth into, in case you love to linger in the burn. Entry to the festival is free and walk-ins are welcome, otherwise you may be able to nab a table by booking online.