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What’s happening now?

Beyond my farthest, feral dreams…

Two finalists. One golden moment.

I was selected as a finalist in the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards in October 2026 for both my cheese blend and my cheesy chilli coleslaw.

My cheesy chilli coleslaw went on to get a GOLD medal!

And the adventure keeps growing.

Mini’s Chilli Empire was also selected for the SuperValu Food Academy 2026–27.

It’s been wild!!

Karin Dicker holding her Gold award trophy at the Blas na hÉireann Irish Food Awards
Gold at Blas na hÉireann, October 2026

— Karin Dicker, Mini’s Chilli Empire