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Back to our Roots!!!<\/p>\n
5th annual
Heating up the Capital<\/p>\n
Sat. September 13<\/p>\n
10am – 5pm Eastern<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” global_module=”2252″ saved_tabs=”all”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_countdown_timer title=”Heating Up The Capital 2025″ date_time=”2025-09-13 10:00″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h1″ header_font=”Abril Fatface|700||on|||||” header_font_size=”42px” header_letter_spacing=”2px” numbers_font=”|800|||||||” numbers_font_size=”41px” numbers_line_height=”1px” separator_font_size=”34px” label_font_size=”10px” label_line_height=”1px” custom_padding=”5px|176px|20px|176px|false|true” hover_enabled=”0″ header_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ numbers_text_shadow_style=”preset1″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_countdown_timer][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” custom_padding=”25px|25px|25px|25px|true|true”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_cta title=”FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h1″ header_font=”|700|||||||” background_color=”#000000″ background_image=”https:\/\/heatingupthecapital.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/IMG_20170910_144120.jpg” parallax=”on” custom_margin=”3px|||||” custom_padding=”33px||0px|||”]<\/p>\n (Here’s what you need to know!)<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_blurb title=”Can we buy tickets at the door? ” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Yes, tickets will also be available at the door pending capacity.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Can we get a refund on purchased tickets?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Unfortunately, no refunds.\u00a0 But you can gift the tickets to a friend!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Are samples available?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Lots of FREE tastings from\u00a0 the hot sauce vendors.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”How do I sample hundreds of hot sauces??” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Go in with a plan.\u00a0 Do you want to sample everything with mangoes?\u00a0 Are smokey sauces your fav? Do you LOVE Ghost Peppers?\u00a0 Make a plan…your mouth and your stomach will thank you!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”What should I bring?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Bring a backpack or bag to carry all your hot sauce purchases.\u00a0 <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Are you selling adult refreshments? ” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0\u00a0 Show floor is fully licensed for alcohol.\u00a0 Try out the Jalapeno beer!\u00a0 <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Where is the event located?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Smokie Ridge Vineyard, 10090 Cameron Road, Mountain ON (10 east of Kemptville)\u00a0 Event is outdoors rain or shine so come prepared with sunscreen and an umbrella!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Is there parking available?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Yes, lots of free parking available for the day !<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Will food be available to purchase?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″ custom_padding=”||6px|||”]<\/p>\n Yes, we have food to please every palate.\u00a0 Gluten free and vegan options too!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”How do I register for an eating competition?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n You need to register at the Heating up the Capital booth at least 30 minutes before the contest. No charge to compete. Spaces are limited.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Will the hot sauce vendors be selling hot sauce?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Yes!!\u00a0 Most vendors will be accepting credit\/debit card purchases, but bring cash just in case.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”What if I don\u2019t like hot sauce??” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Come for the drinks, beer, food and entertainment!!\u00a0 Watch your friends test their limits!!!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Is the event wheelchair accessible?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Yes.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Do I need to bring cash or card?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n The hot sauce makers usually take debit or credit but some only take cash.\u00a0 So bring lots of cash and your cards!\u00a0 Food and adult beverages are cash, debit or credit.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_blurb title=”Are pets allowed at the Expo?” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%190%%” icon_placement=”left” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”32cbda2a-7208-47d7-a1b8-f00b8ae7dec0″]<\/p>\n Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed unless they are service animals and marked as such.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_blurb _builder_version=”4.9.10″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Back to our Roots!!! 5th annualHeating up the Capital Sat. 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