Fast forward to 1977, when I moved to Texas. I was introduced to Tex-Mex food. I liked the blending of spices and flavors. I did not know it at the time, but the blending of spices and flavors I liked included cheese, jalapeño, chili, cumin, cilantro, garlic and onion. I found that the spices, cheese and corn moderated the flavors, so the spice was not so harsh. Cold beer and ice cream also helped to ameliorate the spicy heat of the food.
Garlic to me is addictive, and I have read that Capsaicin http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capsaicin is also addictive. I believe it. When I travel to parts of the world where Tex-Mex, New Mexico style, or Mexican food is not common, I find myself not just craving the pepper heat, but devising ways to acquire it.
So, yes, I am addicted to hot, spicy food.
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