The BEST episodes of Unwrapped season 1
Every episode of Unwrapped season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Unwrapped season 1!
Ever wondered where the tiny marshmallows in your breakfast cereal came from? Have we got a show for you! Each week, Unwrapped uncovers behind-the-scenes details on classic American food, from peanut butter and chocolate syrup to French fries and bubblegum. Join host Marc Summers as he explores the test kitchens and the secrets behind lunch box treats, soda pop, movie candy, and more. Unwrapped--the show for everyone who's ever worn a pair of wax lips. Specials run times are 60 minutes.
#1 - Candy Bars Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 22 - Aired 8/6/2001
Unwrap secrets behind candy bars as Marc Summers goes behind the scenes at some of America's old favorites like Hershey, Milky Way, Snickers and Three Musketeers. Plus, trips to Hershey, PA, and Annabel Candy.
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#2 - Lollipops Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 19 - Aired 11/20/2001
In this episode Marc Summers licks the secrets behind Lollipops. Featuring the hidden charms of the Blow-Pop, the fearful Skull Pops, finding how many licks it takes to the center of the Tootsie Pop?, the Dum Dum Pop mystery and lollipop sculpture.
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#3 - Cookies Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/10/2001
Find out why animal crackers are not cookies; the dark secret behind vanilla wafer; jars that are more valuable than the cookies inside; how chocolate chips are made; find out how a company delivers fresh cookies: the surprise inside the fortune cookie.
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#5 - Ice Cream Toppings Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/10/2001
Build the ultimate sundae as Marc Summers goes behind the scenes of ice cream toppings. Learn about Bosco chocolate syrup, explore the world of chocolate sprinkles, maraschino cherries, the perfect banana split & the inventor of the "smoosh-in."
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#6 - Crazy Drinks Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/24/2001
Host Marc Summers tours the Yoo Hoo factory, checks out some bizarre soda pops, and learns the history of Kool Aid. Plus, Funny Face Drink Mix collectibles, behind the scenes of Hawaiian Punch, and outer space with Tang.
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#7 - Breakfast Foods Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/12/2001
Marc Summers wakes up to our favorite breakfast foods. This episode features the secrets of Vermont Maple Syrup, the stickiest buns to come out of the oven, Honey buns, NY City Bagels, How Grape Jelly Jels, what makes a donut & a toaster collection.
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#8 - Coffee Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 10/7/2001
Marc Summers gets a taste of how coffee is made at Boyd's coffee company, learns about chicory at Cafe du Monde, visits the Boston Coffeecake factory & learn the secrets behind decaf at Swiss Water.
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#10 - Retro Candy Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 10/29/2001
Take a trip back in time as Marc Summers eats up the sweet world of Retro Candy. Explore the ultimate candy-land store, Hometown Favorites, and visit factories that still make Wax Lips, Sugar Babies, Necco Wafers, Charleston Chews and Skybars.
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#11 - Fruity Snacks Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 21 - Aired 1/14/2002
The fruit is the thing on tonight's Unwrapped. Visit the Jelly Belly bean factory to find out the secret of their multiple fruity flavors, In St. Louis, LaMars creates the perfect Jelly donut. Plus, discover the mysterious process behind the gummi bear, a look at the making of fruit leather & the chocolate covered cherry.
#12 - 'I Dare You' Candy Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 12/3/2001
Find out how what makes a candy daring, how jawbreakers get all those layers, and how sour candies cause such a pucker. Visit a coal candy factory, learn the fiery secrets behind Hot Tamales and why there are bugs in Hot Lix lollipops.
#13 - Chocolate Candy Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/3/2001
From beans to bar, explore the history of this sweet treat. Featuring the Hershey factory that makes Kisses, a real life tour of Candy land, the All-Candy Expo, the making of such chocolatey treats as the Milk Duds, the Tootsie Roll and miniature bars.
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#14 - Movie Candy Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/17/2001
First we take you to a classic Hollywood theatre for the history of movie munchies. Next, we look at the making of Dots and Junior Mints. Then, get the twist of the Twizzler and the naming of Mike&Ike. Last, we find out what's in a Whopper.
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#15 - Lunchbox Treats Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 18 - Aired 11/13/2001
We've got a bite of info at R&D at Cheetos. Then, a look at the baking of white bread. Next, the building of a juice box! Last, take a tour of the Hostess Factory.
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#16 - Frozen Novelties Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 15 - Aired 10/15/2001
Take a behind the scenes look at the many different ways ice cream get frozen into shapes. And watch how twin pops or orange cream bars are made. Take a ride on a Good Humor truck and get the scoop on water ice!
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#17 - Peanut Butter Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 17 - Aired 11/6/2001
Marc Summers looks at the sticky topic of peanut butter with a behind-the-scenes look at Skippy, a NY restaurant specializing in peanut butter sandwiches, a company that has new nutty ingredients & the candies Reese's and Mary Janes.
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#18 - Hamburgers Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/27/2001
Get ready for a tasty bite as Marc Summers builds the ultimate burger show. Learn about the hamburger's origins and explore the secrets of the big chains, Wendy's, White Castle, and McDonalds. Plus, a pickle trip to Vlasic.
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#21 - Party Snacks Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/8/2001
You're invited to join Marc Summers for a look at America's favorite party snacks. We're not talkin' gourmet, but rather, foods that dont even require silverware!
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#22 - Beer Unwrapped
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/1/2001
Tap into the secrets behind beer with host Marc Summers. Get an inside look at the Great American Beer Fest and discover microbrews and homebrews. Plus, the ultimate can collection at the Museum of Beverage Containers.
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