What makes food spicy?

ABC Imagine This: Big ideas for little ones by Australian Broadcasting Corporation

May 5, 20260:14:22Kids & family

Jamie wants to know, "What makes food spicy?" and Jacob asks, "Where does spice come from, how is it made and why does milk help?" Let's follow the flavours that tickle our tastebuds with sensory scientist Professor Heat...

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