Jonathan Raju from High Quality Organics breaks down how conflict and rising fuel costs are quietly disrupting the spice supply chain. Even when crops aren’t grown in war zones, they’re still affected because spices move in low-margin, high-logistics formats that depend heavily on stable shipping routes and affordable fuel. Let's talk about what this means for your business or your spice rack at home.

This week, the crew behind OG Spice Guy follows up the Taco Deep Dive with Taco Bell and Superbowl Halftime Star, Villas Tacos. The table becomes a hot sauce testing ground (bottle vs packets!) and a masterclass in what really makes a great taco.

Jonathan Raju and the team compare fast-food fire to street-taco flavor, rank hot sauces, and break down the spice principles you can use to level up your tacos at home. From heat vs. flavor, to layering spices, to choosing the right sauce for the right bite, this “family meal” is a practical guide to better taco making.

In this episode of OG Spice Guy, Jonathan Raju breaks down the true origins of tacos—from their roots of being sold on the streets of Mexico to how they evolved into the global obsession we know today. Then we take a turn into fast food history and how Taco Bell changed the game in America.

And of course… we’re getting into the SPICE. What’s actually inside taco seasoning? Why does it taste so addictive? And how can you level it up at home? Jonathan shares his kitchen secrets for how Taco Tuesday can be taken to the next level.

If you love food history, bold flavor, and a little myth-busting—this one’s for you.