Unwrapped Episodes
Frosty
Today, we’re chilling out with a look at frosty foods. Discover how a Wendy’s Frosty is formed, get a taste of a hot sauce with a cool bite and head to Tastee Freez for lessons in twisting up a cone. Then belly up at Eskimo Joe’s where they’re serving up a cold one with a familiar face and see how Hostess is throwing Snoballs year round. Finally, get a taste of a delicious makeover for a snowman named Frosty.
Shake It Up
Get ready to blend, whip and crush because we’re looking at shakable treats. Visit the Waring factory for a peek at building a blender, scale the World’s Biggest Blizzard and find out who Mrs. Dash really is. Then see how the smoothie was born and discover a cocktail shaker company making instant classics. Plus, get in line for a trip through a salt and pepper shaker museum.
Outdoor Cooking
Fire up the grill because we’re celebrating cooking in the great outdoors! Take lessons from CharBroil Grilling University, check out what a shot of marinade does for meat and see how barbecue is done Mongolian-style. Next, discover the art of making kabobs and get some barbecue tips from a master. Finally, see what perks up a Cajun barbecue sauce.
Couch Potato
It’s time to hit the sofa and relax. In this episode of Unwrapped, we’re taking a lazy bite out of couch potato treats. Find out how Papa John prepares his pizza, curl up with the taste of pillow candy, and visit a delivery service specializing in fresh baked cookies. Next, take an easy look at making mashed potatoes and visit a festival honoring the buffalo wing. Plus, discover how one famous spud is riding high.
Wake Up
Rise and shine and start the day off early with a look at foods made for waking up. Stop in at Starbucks to see how they’re designing a coffee drink, discover how Jimmy Dean is building a breakfast sandwich, and crack open the mystery behind laying a good egg. Next, get a slice of how Sara Lee’s cooking up a coffee cake, and check out a pancake flipping company. Then, see how cereal can be included in every meal.
Food Machines
Take a look at the machines behind producing our favorite foods. Grab a ticket to an expo displaying revolutionary food machinery, see how lasers are getting rid of fruit stickers, and visit a company building donut machines. Next, meet a designer creating one-of-a-kind utensils and discover how Viking makes custom-designed oven ranges. Finally, uncover the hidden mysteries of how a garbage disposer really works.
Candy Cravings
Satisfy that sweet tooth and feed those cravings with a look at candy. Discover the secrets of making M&Ms, load up on goodies at the All-Candy Expo, and increase the IQ with a bite of Smarties. Next, see the making of personalized handmade lollies, and take some time to enjoy a classic caramel sucker. Then, see how one company is turning chocolate into a funny treat.
Lone Star Snacks
Saddle up and ride into the Lone Star State for a taste of quintessential Texas foods. Wave hello to Big Tex and grab a bite to eat at the State Fair of Texas, visit a Texas pecan orchard making more than pecan pie, and dip into a variety of Texas-style salsas and sauces. Then, see how a longhorn cow becomes an edible cake and stop by a restaurant serving up Texas culture. Finally, take a bite out of a tortilla chip taking the shape of the big state.
Garlic Goodies
Today we're smelling the stinking rose and serving up some versatile dishes of garlic goodies. Start by putting on the apron and breaking off some cloves for the Garlic Chef Competition, see how Cole's is making their famous frozen garlic bread, and visit a restaurant serving everything garlic. Next, find out how Claussen is putting garlic in a pickle, and discover what company is providing garlic-lovers with survival gear. Plus, learn how one mint is getting rid of that after-garlic taste.
Sweet Imitations
As the saying goes, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, so today we look at some well-known edibles taking on a different form. First, discover the secrets to making a sugar substitute, see how one Chicago bakery is making their own "famous" treats, and grab a slice of a pizza made out of chocolate. Then, check out a gumball turning cold medicine sweet, and watch how one artist mimics his favorite snacks in art. Finally, wash it all down with a swig of a sugary beer made from some sassy roots.
Food Magic
We're pulling out all the tricks and finding the magic in food. Say the secret password and enter a magical castle for a one-of-a-kind dining experience, visit a chef teaching the secrets behind amazing food phenomena, and crack open a bottle of soda performing a disappearing act. Next, check out a research company developing the cutting edge of food magic, and discover a Chicago chef conjuring exotic ways to eat. Finally, watch the ancient skill of sword swallowing in modern day action.
Sack Lunch
The clock has struck noon, so it?s time to reach into the brown bag for a look at sack lunch foods. Discover how Wonder Bread gets its special texture, see how bologna is really made, and learn how Deli Express is making sandwiches for those on the move. Discover the trick to turning applesauce red and furry and see how baby carrots are grown.
Street Snacks
Today we’re hitting the street and grabbing some snacks along the way. Drive over to an award show where street vendors get the recognition, stop by a company making the classic hot dog cart, and cruise down the sweet street of 5th Avenue candy bar. Next, visit a company making street tacos, and follow a street food expert exploring the international fare of New York. Then, flag down an ice cream truck company catering private parties.
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