How Your Favorite Foods Are Made 35 Videos
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Some secret family recipes are just meant to be shared, like the secret behind Graeter's rich and creamy ice cream. Unwrapped 2.0 gets the lowdown on how Mrs. T's Pierogies turned a classic Polish dish into the American dream and why Geraldine's Aged Cheddar Cheese straws are so darned addictive. We've also got a made-from-scratch marshmallow you have to have at your next campfire.
Game Day Munchies
Host Alfonso Ribeiro serves up a fantasy league of snacks for this episode of Unwrapped 2.0. Clear off the coffee table for Home Run Inn's Meat Lovers Pizza and the cheese and caramel popcorn mix from Garrett's in Chicago. Also on the lineup; find out how Jaxn's Twice Baked Cheddar Bacon Potato Stix and Rudolph Foods' barbecue pork rinds get their game on.
Secret Center
Join host Alfonso Ribeiro as he explores foods with secret centers. From the gooey middle of the Mallo Cup to the creamy goodness of a peppermint cream or the surprisingly complex filling in a Mini Beef Wellington, Unwrapped 2.0 gets the inside scoop. We'll also try to finally settle how many licks it takes to get to the center of the iconic Tootsie Pop.
Go Nuts
Alfonso Ribeiro and Unwrapped 2.0 go nuts for nuts! Tumbled in sugar, nestled in chocolate, whatever you do with nuts, it's hard to go wrong. Find out how one candy bar did active military duty in WWI, how the French Burnt Peanut gets its unique bumps and why there's nothing quite like a warm praline right off a marble slab. Finally, peanut butter and chocolate combine to make a truly Tasty Kake!
Candy Critters
Gophers and bunnies and butterflies, oh my! Even a vegetarian will want to snack on these creatures. Unwrapped 2.0 catches cheerful Albanese gummy butterflies in action and pops in on Savannah Candy Kitchen's chocolate gophers. Find out how hollow chocolate bunnies are made, and how Peeps have made kids and adults the world over smile.
Cheese Glorious Cheese
On this episode of Unwrapped 2.0, Alfonso Ribeiro proves that no matter how you slice it, cheese just makes everything better. Find out how TGI Fridays' Cheddar Bacon Potato Skin appetizer gets turned into a yummy chip and how Mom Made Cheesy Mac tastes so decadent but still makes moms feel good. Granny Goose cheese puffs get showered in cheesy goodness and delectable cheesecake takes a dip -- in chocolate!
Rise and Dine
Rise and Dine with Unwrapped 2.0 and find out how the light and airy French donut gets its fancy twist, as well as how sprouted wheat turns into a hearty, tasty cinnamon raisin bagel. We'll get up close and personal with the goats at Redwood Hill Farm, the source for their oh-so creamy strawberry goat yogurt and finally, for you grab-and-go diners, see how Rise Bars lets every ingredient in its energy bar shine.
Colorful Candies
It's a rainbow of colors on this episode of Unwrapped 2.0. From delightfully twisted Red Vines to the multicolored Mike and Ikes and multi-flavored Jelly Bellies, join us for a Willy Wonka style tour of treats. And finally, discover the secret of how one company makes the intricate designs in its delicate cut rock candy.
Fruits and Veggies
Alfonso Ribeiro wants you to eat your fruits and veggies -- Unwrapped 2.0 style. But we're not just talking about the potato in your chips, we're talking pears in your hard cider, carrots in your cookies and sweet potato fries with a satisfying crunch. Find out how these snacks, plus a spicy chile relleno get their signature flavors from your favorite fruits and vegetables.
Melting Pot
Alfonso Ribeiro serves up a made-in-the-USA, multicultural menu on this episode of Unwrapped 2.0. We'll travel to a family-run Philadelphia factory for the secrets of an authentic Italian cannoli and to California for the exotic flavors of a lemony roasted garlic hummus falafel wrap. You'll also find out what goes into a south-of-the-border enchilada pie, and how that fortune gets inside the fortune cookie.
Movie Munchies
It's movie munchies madness as host Alfonso Ribeiro goes behind the scenes of blockbuster sweets like Dots and Cookie Dough Bites. Then, find out how to add a punch to your sweet tooth with mouth-puckering Sour Straws and San Diego Pretzels' salty Jumbo Soft Pretzel.
Barbecue Sides
On this episode, host Alfonso Ribeiro puts together the perfect backyard barbecue, including Mrs. Freshley's melt-in-your-mouth cupcakes, Mrs. Fisher's perfectly-salted rippled chips, and Mayfield Dairy's creamy banana split ice cream. Then, learn about Bush Brothers baked beans and their secret family recipe.
Crunchy
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.
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