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Author: Blake Baird
What’s up with the neurodivergent focus? And why sauces?
Being neurodivergent means your brain doesn’t always play by the standard rules our society was built around. For me, that means constantly seeking novelty—but only within a structure that feels stable and predictable. That’s where hot sauce—and fermentation—comes in. Living with both Autism and ADHD, I often crave stimulation and change, but I also thrive…
Make-It Monday: Base Layer Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Crispy, juicy, fiery perfection stacked high on a toasted bun.Serves: 2 | Prep time: 20 min | Cook time: 15 min (plus optional marinating, strongly recommended but never more than 12 hours) Why This Works: Base Layer doesn’t just bring the heat—it delivers layers of flavor that stand up to fried chicken’s richness. The funk…
Why do we ferment our sauces? What IS fermentation?
Let’s get something straight: fermentation isn’t just a trend—it’s one of the oldest and most natural methods of food preservation and flavor creation in human history. At Lunamor’s Larder, fermentation isn’t a buzzword. It’s the living, breathing soul of our small-batch, fermented hot sauces. What is fermentation? Fermentation is a biological process where microorganisms like…
Make-It Monday: Base Layer Pineapple Fried Rice
A tropical twist on a takeout classic, with a searing kick from Lunamor’s Larder’s Base Layer.Serves: 2–3 | Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 10 min Why It Works: Base Layer’s pineapple, reaper, cilantro, garlic, and red onion bring bold heat, citrusy brightness, and deep savory notes—all perfect for stir-fried rice. This recipe uses…
Make-It Monday: Peaches Christ Pasta Bolognese
Hearty meat sauce, tropical fire, and a little grated magic on top.Serves: 4 | Prep time: 15 min | Cook time: 1 hour (or longer for deeper flavor) Why This Works: Bolognese is all about depth—slow-cooked aromatics, umami-rich meat, a little acid, and cream. Peaches Christ brings searing heat and a bright stone fruit note…
How Flavor is a Language: Connecting Through Spice
At Lunamor’s Larder, we believe flavor is more than just taste—it’s a language. It’s how we connect with the world, express ourselves, and find meaning in the everyday. And, for us, it’s deeply personal. Spices, heat, and fermented flavors can stir up memories, trigger emotions, and spark conversations without saying a word. When we share…
Make-It Monday: Peaches Christ Glazed BBQ Chicken Wings
Smoky. Sweet. Sinfully hot. This is backyard barbecue with a fiery halo.Serves: 4 | Prep time: 10 min | Cook time: 25–30 min Why This Works: Peaches Christ brings intense peach flavor with a hellish Carolina Reaper kick. Blending it into a sticky BBQ glaze delivers heat, fruit, and depth, perfect for juicy grilled chicken.…
Why Shelf-Stable Sauce Matters (And What It Takes to Get There)
Room-Temperature Ready. Kitchen-Safe. Uncompromising on Flavor. After years of refining our fermentation techniques, building meticulous process logs, and navigating the regulatory maze, Lunamor’s Larder sauces are now fully shelf-stable and officially approved for retail (okay fine, they have been for a while now, this blog post is a bit late). We always knew our sauces…