How Your Favorite Foods Are Made 35 Videos
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the production of popular snacks.
14 Fascinating Food Factory Facts 15 Photos
Impress your friends and random strangers with awesome food-production trivia.
Tour the Set 9 Photos
Stepping on the Unwrapped 2.0 set is very much like being a kid in a candy store.
Episodes
See Episode GuideCrunchy
Host Alfonso Ribeiro explores snacks that know how to put that little crunch in your munch, like See's Candies peanut brittle and Snak King's crispy Taco Litos. Then, learn about Peking Noodles' aptly named Crunchy Noodles, and how Primrose Candy Company has perfected the mix of crunch and chew in their Strawberry Bon-Bons.
Flavor Infusion
Host Alfonso Ribeiro has the inside scoop on what makes some treats so tasty, from the iconic Andes Mints to Christie's chocolate chip cookies. Then, see how snacks like Taffy Town's cotton candy taffy and Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine pack so much serious flavor.
Can't Eat Just One
We dare you to try and eat just one of these seriously tasty treats! Host Alfonso Ribeiro dives into Hot Tamales and their addictive cinnamon snap, Nathan's irresistible chili cheese fries, and how Dum Dums lollipops got their name. Finally, find out about Bibigo's flavor-packed Mini Wontons.
Savor the Flavor
Join host Alfonso Ribeiro and savor the flavor of some tasty treats, from Eli's scrumptious Bavarian Apple Tart to Necco's classic bite-size Mary Jane. Then, the mystery of the orange-colored, banana-flavored Circus Peanuts is solved, and find out why there's no dip necessary for Snak King's spicy Salsitas.
Nostalgic Eats
Host Alfonso Ribeiro takes your taste buds back in time to see how the classic Necco Wafers are made, how the Tasty Kake Krimpet got its shape and name, and why Wise's Barbecue Dipsy Doodles are still a fan favorite. Finally, take a nostalgic trip to the candy store with a look at Charleston Chews.
Snack Bar
Host Alfonso Ribeiro is here to help explore some snack bar treats, starting with cool and refreshing Junior Mints and their signature dimple. For dessert on the go, find out about Nemo's Carrot Cake Squares and Tasty Kake's individual cherry pies. Then, a salty fix is satisfied as the trick to the unique pretzel shape of Snyder's Lance Pretzel Snaps is revealed.
Play With Your Food
Host Alfonso Ribeiro says it's okay to play with your food, especially these tasty treats! From super-sized Fatboy Ice Cream Sandwiches to super-seasoned Wise Onion Rings to playful Melville Candy Glitter Mustache Lollipops, it's all about fun. Plus, Nemo's Bakery shows how they create their Pull Apart Cinnamon Bread for ultimate fun and flavor.
Love is in the Air
It's a food lovefest on this episode, as host Alfonso Ribeiro gets the lowdown on the sweet messages imprinted on Necco's classic Sweet Hearts and how Waffle Waffle's Red Velvet waffle will make your heart skip a beat. Then, get to the heart of how See's Candy makes their beautiful Pink Fondant Bon Bons, and find out why moms everywhere love Traditional Baking Company's Heart Cookies.
Sticky Situation
Host Alfonso Ribeiro has found himself in a bit of a sticky situation! He's sharing how Necco's Slapstix lollipop gets those colorful swirls and what makes Long Grove Confectionary's Toffee so satisfyingly sticky, chewy and crunchy. Then, find out how Pace Bars use a unique freezing technique on their popsicles and see how Casper's Fatboy puts an ice cream sundae on a stick!
Sugar and Spice
It's sugar and spice and everything nice as host Alfonso Ribeiro shows how Sriracha hot sauce and Tina's Chimichangas amp up the spice factor in their tasty treats. On the sugary side, see how Fannie May's Mint Meltaways hit all the right sweet spots, and finally, see what Edelweiss Chocolate's Toffeemallow factory has in common with a famous episode of I Love Lucy!
Global Goodies
The world gets a little smaller when host Alfonso Ribeiro shares the secrets behind globally-inspired goodies. See how Jarlsberg cheese gets its holes and why the Idaho Candy Company made a confection shaped like a potato. Then, learn how the iconic Chef Boyardee fills their mini ravioli and find out the science behind Chobani Greek Yogurt!
Backyard Cookout
Alfonso Ribeiro reveals the secrets behind heat-and-eat barbecue from Farm Rich Smokehouse, the super yellow color of French's Mustard and the sweet-sour punch of Mt. Olive Bread and Butter Pickles. Plus, Christie Cookie Co.'s serious Chocolate Brownies are packed with three types of luscious chocolate and a surprising ingredient.
Local Legends
Alfonso Ribeiro takes you on a tour of local legends, from Tennessee's iconic Jack Daniel's Whiskey to the Fannie May factory in Ohio where sweet Buckeyes are made. He also finds out how a novel mix of hard candy and gum became the Charms Blow Pop and why you don't have to travel to NYC for the Original Soupman's tasty Chicken Gumbo.
Tongue Twister
Alfonso Ribeiro tries Warheads Extreme Sour Hard Candy, a treat that almost requires a warning label, sees how Frank's RedHot gets its heat and takes a peek at a dynamite mole sauce from Rico Chicken Tamales. Then, Bissinger's Apple Ghost Chili Salt Caramels singe the tongue with a unique mix of chocolate, apples and hot peppers.
Layers of Flavors
Alfonso Ribeiro explores layer after layer of flavor when he gets the inside scoop on Tootsie's Caramel Apple Pops, Bissinger's Coconut Caramel Chocolate Bar and Tastykake's Cherry Sweet Rolls. Then, see how fun it is to watch Parla's Asiago Tortellini get its quadruple cheese filling.
Inside Job
Alfonso Ribeiro discovers how they get the filling on the inside by watching how Parla Chicken and Spinach Ravioli is made. Then he gets the lowdown on Lovely Candy Company's Superfruit Chews and finds out what's in a Colt's Bolt. Finally, check out how cheddar cheese gets fired up at Sweetwater Valley Farm.
