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You do need to prime the pump for this to work. They need to taste something that is spicy, that you've warned them was spicy, so then they trust you when you lie to them.
What a great movie. Totally forgot about it until now
I am unaware - which movie?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kung_Pow!_Enter_the_Fist
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jXIL-yQSv30
Kung Pow is hysterical if you like dumb movies. Man edited into an old kung fu movie and all voices rerecorded for a comedy plot.
Not just something, get a milkshake, drink 80% of it then add pepper to it, now you let him see it and ask for a sip, "no way it's spicy, it's a milkshake!", he drinks it, curses and will forever believe you when you say its spicy no matter what
Milk nullifies capsaicin though. You'll probably have to use something like ginger. Lots of ginger. It would probably be delicious too now that I think about it.
That's the real trick: legitimately enjoy stuff the kiddos will hate.
My nephew was so disappointed when he looked into my fridge. What, raw vegetables and water aren't good enough for you?
Hahaha yes, even adults complain about the lack of "snacks" when they visit. Like what do you call an apple or carrot. :P