A lifelong gourmand of chillies and spicy food, Meyer founded Fire Dragon Chillies in 2008 after spotting a gap in the New Zealand market for hot sauces. Meyer also ran the New Zealand Chilli Eating Champs, with its 10th instalment planned to take place in Auckland this May. “When speaking of passion, loyalty and unwavering belief in competitive chilli-eating, few names command the respect and admiration of Clint Meyer,” it said in its commendation. “Your dedication has shaped a region and your passion has strengthened our global community ... your legacy will never be forgotten and shall now be forever immortalised in the League of Fire Hall of Fame.”Northland businessman Clint Meyer, owner of Fire Dragon Chillies, has died after a battle with cancer. Rest easy, Chilli King,” Auckland chilli company Wicked Hots commented on the post announcing Meyer’s death.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 15, 2026 04:57 UTC