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Host Marc Summers uncovers the details behind classic American food, from peanut butter and chocolate syrup to French fries and bubblegum, and reveals how it's made.
IMDb 8.1/10200222 seasons
13+
20 episodes
  • 1. Penny Candy

    1. Penny Candy

    Revisit the days of penny candy, starting with an old-time candy store right in the heart of New York. Witness the creation of lollipops and Squirrel Nut Zippers, and learn the twists that go into Barber Pole Candies.
    Revisit the days of penny candy, starting with an old-time candy store right in the heart of New York. Witness the creation of lollipops and Squirrel Nut Zippers, and learn the twists that go into Barber Pole Candies.
    TV-G
    21min
    Aug 11, 2002
  • 2. Melting Pot

    2. Melting Pot

    Marc Summers looks at the foreign foods that have become American favorites. Witness a matzo ball eating contest, find out what gives wasabi its kick and cool off with a refreshing look at Italian ices.
    Marc Summers looks at the foreign foods that have become American favorites. Witness a matzo ball eating contest, find out what gives wasabi its kick and cool off with a refreshing look at Italian ices.
    TV-G
    21min
    Sep 15, 2002
  • 3. Food Prizes

    3. Food Prizes

    Marc Summers digs deep into the cereal box to reveal the history of the cereal and candy premiums, like collecting Welch's Jelly Jars. Visit the Cracker Jack Convention and the McDonald's Collectible Convention.
    Marc Summers digs deep into the cereal box to reveal the history of the cereal and candy premiums, like collecting Welch's Jelly Jars. Visit the Cracker Jack Convention and the McDonald's Collectible Convention.
    TV-G
    21min
    Jun 1, 2002
  • 4. Fudge

    4. Fudge

    Marc Summers dives into the decadent world of fudge. Watch the making of frozen fudge bars, fudge brownies and hot fudge. Then take a nostalgic look at fudge classics from the New Jersey boardwalk.
    Marc Summers dives into the decadent world of fudge. Watch the making of frozen fudge bars, fudge brownies and hot fudge. Then take a nostalgic look at fudge classics from the New Jersey boardwalk.
    TV-G
    21min
    Oct 7, 2002
  • 5. Hot Stuff Unwrapped

    5. Hot Stuff Unwrapped

    Marc Summers reveals how spicy foods pack their punch. Find out the secrets of Mr. and Mrs. T's Bloody Mary mix, take a trip to see how scorching sauces are made. Finally, a chocolate cowgirl with a kick and a sugary ball of fire.
    Marc Summers reveals how spicy foods pack their punch. Find out the secrets of Mr. and Mrs. T's Bloody Mary mix, take a trip to see how scorching sauces are made. Finally, a chocolate cowgirl with a kick and a sugary ball of fire.
    13+
    21min
    Jul 16, 2010
  • 6. Dessert in a Box

    6. Dessert in a Box

    Marc Summers demystifies the secrets behind the easiest desserts, from the history behind Jell-o to how Duncan Hines develops new cakes. Visit the Jiffy factory and see how Mrs. Smith makes their pies taste homemade.
    Marc Summers demystifies the secrets behind the easiest desserts, from the history behind Jell-o to how Duncan Hines develops new cakes. Visit the Jiffy factory and see how Mrs. Smith makes their pies taste homemade.
    7+
    21min
    Jan 20, 2002
  • 7. Movie Snacks Unwrapped

    7. Movie Snacks Unwrapped

    Get the inside scoop on theater concessions with the fast-moving future of movie munching, the machine that will pop the perfect kernel, the secrets behind chocolate-covered raisins and more.
    Get the inside scoop on theater concessions with the fast-moving future of movie munching, the machine that will pop the perfect kernel, the secrets behind chocolate-covered raisins and more.
    TV-G
    21min
    Jul 17, 2005
  • 8. Pizza Unwrapped

    8. Pizza Unwrapped

    Marc Summers travels coast to coast unwrapping pizzerias across the nation. Visit the first American pizzeria in New York, trek to the windy city for a look at what makes a pie "Chicago-style" and check out "designer" pizzas.
    Marc Summers travels coast to coast unwrapping pizzerias across the nation. Visit the first American pizzeria in New York, trek to the windy city for a look at what makes a pie "Chicago-style" and check out "designer" pizzas.
    TV-G
    21min
    Sep 6, 2005
  • 9. Cocktails Unwrapped

    9. Cocktails Unwrapped

    From elaborate beverages to cocktail apps, learn the juicy stories behind retro drinks and how the margarita got its name. Then, explore how tiki became a part of cocktail culture.
    From elaborate beverages to cocktail apps, learn the juicy stories behind retro drinks and how the margarita got its name. Then, explore how tiki became a part of cocktail culture.
    13+
    21min
    May 22, 2002
  • 10. Retro

    10. Retro

    Marc Summers unwraps some truly classic retro treats, visits a restaurant specializing in cuisine you remember as a kid, finds out how candy buttons are made and the secrets behind Screaming Yellow Zonkers.
    Marc Summers unwraps some truly classic retro treats, visits a restaurant specializing in cuisine you remember as a kid, finds out how candy buttons are made and the secrets behind Screaming Yellow Zonkers.
    13+
    21min
    Sep 11, 2005
  • 11. Chocolate Covered

    11. Chocolate Covered

    Unwrapped hits the Hershey Spa for a divine beauty treatment made from chocolate. Discover how chocolate is layered onto donuts, cherries, pretzels and Oreos. Then take a fresh look at the making of Andes Mints.
    Unwrapped hits the Hershey Spa for a divine beauty treatment made from chocolate. Discover how chocolate is layered onto donuts, cherries, pretzels and Oreos. Then take a fresh look at the making of Andes Mints.
    TV-G
    21min
    Oct 20, 2002
  • 12. Energy Boosts

    12. Energy Boosts

    Find out the secrets behind the Powerbar and the many ways trail mix gets mixed up. Explore the world of juice to find out what kinds of kick get added in. Plus, visit the Gatorade lab to learn about the science of sweat.
    Find out the secrets behind the Powerbar and the many ways trail mix gets mixed up. Explore the world of juice to find out what kinds of kick get added in. Plus, visit the Gatorade lab to learn about the science of sweat.
    7+
    21min
    Sep 13, 2005
  • 13. Stadium Snax

    13. Stadium Snax

    Marc Summers has your ticket for a behind-the-scenes look at candy classics from ballgames of yesteryear, and check out what treats are stepping up to the plate at ballparks today.
    Marc Summers has your ticket for a behind-the-scenes look at candy classics from ballgames of yesteryear, and check out what treats are stepping up to the plate at ballparks today.
    TV-G
    21min
    Mar 31, 2006
  • 14. Carnivals Unwrapped

    14. Carnivals Unwrapped

    Marc Summers is peeking behind the fun house doors for a look at carnival food. See what it takes to be a cotton candy craftsman and learn what puts the twist in Auntie Anne's pretzels.
    Marc Summers is peeking behind the fun house doors for a look at carnival food. See what it takes to be a cotton candy craftsman and learn what puts the twist in Auntie Anne's pretzels.
    TV-G
    21min
    Jun 16, 2002
  • 15. Minty Treats

    15. Minty Treats

    Marc Summers takes a refreshing look at foods that feature a sweet minty flavor. Find out how Starlight Mints get their classic red and white pattern, and learn the secret formula of Mint Patties and Mint Pearls.
    Marc Summers takes a refreshing look at foods that feature a sweet minty flavor. Find out how Starlight Mints get their classic red and white pattern, and learn the secret formula of Mint Patties and Mint Pearls.
    TV-G
    21min
    Aug 4, 2002
  • 16. Chewy Gooey Treats

    16. Chewy Gooey Treats

    Marc Summers bites into the stories behind caramels and nougats. Take a trip down memory lane with an inside look at Abba Zabba candy bars and Sugar Daddies, and find out the secrets to making the gum fave, Trident.
    Marc Summers bites into the stories behind caramels and nougats. Take a trip down memory lane with an inside look at Abba Zabba candy bars and Sugar Daddies, and find out the secrets to making the gum fave, Trident.
    TV-G
    21min
    Apr 4, 2007
  • 17. Oldies But Goodies

    17. Oldies But Goodies

    Marc Summers explores the candy of yesteryear. From Boston Baked Beans to Root Beer Barrels to Charms.
    Marc Summers explores the candy of yesteryear. From Boston Baked Beans to Root Beer Barrels to Charms.
    13+
    21min
    Nov 17, 2002
  • 18. Chips

    18. Chips

    Marc Summers is reaching deep into the bag to unwrap our favorite salty snack: chips! Don't miss the Chip of the Month Club and the latest in chip-tasting technology.
    Marc Summers is reaching deep into the bag to unwrap our favorite salty snack: chips! Don't miss the Chip of the Month Club and the latest in chip-tasting technology.
    TV-G
    21min
    Apr 10, 2007
  • 19. Sandwiches

    19. Sandwiches

    Marc Summers reveals the secrets stuffed into sandwiches. Watch the making of ice cream sandwiches, snack-size sandwich cakes, sandwich crackers and sandwich cookies.
    Marc Summers reveals the secrets stuffed into sandwiches. Watch the making of ice cream sandwiches, snack-size sandwich cakes, sandwich crackers and sandwich cookies.
    7+
    21min
    Apr 15, 2007
  • 20. Drive-ins Unwrapped

    20. Drive-ins Unwrapped

    From quirky car hop stops to the very first drive-in that is still operating today, motor on down to the Varsity drive-in and take a look at drive-in movie intermission ads.
    From quirky car hop stops to the very first drive-in that is still operating today, motor on down to the Varsity drive-in and take a look at drive-in movie intermission ads.
    7+
    21min
    Jun 2, 2002
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    IMDb 8.1/10200222 seasons
    Host Marc Summers uncovers the details behind classic American food, from peanut butter and chocolate syrup to French fries and bubblegum, and reveals how it's made.
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