Frequently Asked Questions

Did Cindy Reed Wilkins beat Bobby Flay on the Food Network's Throwdown With Bobby Flay...The Chili Challenge?
Cindy Reed Wilkins is the only TIE Bobby had on his show, that ran for 101 episodes. Bobby later told Cindy that she won hands down.

Is Cindy's recipe in any of Bobby Flay's cookbooks?
You can find Cindy's award winning Cin Chili recipe on page 24 of his cookbook called "BOBBY FLAY'S THROWDOWN! More Than 100 recipes From Food Network's Ultimate Cooking Challenge"

Can I find Cindy's recipe in any other cookbooks?
Her recipe and chili photos are prominently displayed in the cookbook "SERIOUSLY GOOD CHILI COOKBOOK - 177 of the Best Recipes in the World" by Brian Baumgartner. Her Cin Chili recipe can be found on page 96. A bowl of Cin Chili is the focal point on the front cover of the cookbook.

What is Cinderosa Ranch?
Cinderosa Ranch is the online store for Cin Chili & Company's award-winning chili seasoning, hot sauces, sweet hot pickles, and pickle juice — created by two-time Terlingua International Chili Championship winner Cindy Reed Wilkins.

What's the difference between Cinderosa Ranch and Cin Chili & Company?
They're the same brand — Cinderosa Ranch is our direct-to-consumer online store, carrying the full Cin Chili product line.

How hot are your hot sauces?
Our lineup ranges from mild (Spice O' Life Jalapeno, Perky Peppers Chipotle) to extremely hot (Devil's Lightning Bhut Jolokia Ghost Pepper). Each of our 8 hot sauces are designed to enhance the flavor of specific foods. We're all about flavor first...heat second.

What is Cindy Reed Wilkins known for?
Cindy is a two-time back-to-back Terlingua International Chili Championship winner and the only contestant out of 101 challenges, to tie Bobby Flay on The Food Network's Throwdown with Bobby Flay. Her Chili Challenge was Season 1, Episode 3.

Do you ship nationwide?
Yes, Cinderosa Ranch ships across the U.S.