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The Best Episodes of The Food That Built America Season 1

Every episode of The Food That Built America Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Food That Built America Season 1!

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The fascinating stories of the families behind the food that built America, those who used brains, muscle, blood, sweat and tears to get to America's heart through its stomach, those who invented new technologies and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Food That Built America Season 1 Episode 3 - The Spoils of War
    8.2/10(107 votes)

    S1:E3

    As the Great Depression hits, the titans of food push the envelope of innovation to feed a hungry nation. Then WWII sees competing industrial empires joining the war effort in a united front to fuel the forces fighting for freedom abroad. And in Post-War America, visionaries like Harland Sanders, the McDonald brothers and Ray Kroc battle to revolutionize the restaurant industry, and pave the way for the golden age of the American dream.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Food That Built America Season 1 Episode 2 - Best Served Cold
    8.1/10(130 votes)

    S1:E2

    At the dawn of the 20th Century, a new breed of innovator rises up to expand American industry and push the limits of new technology. A trailblazer named Milton Hershey bets big on a revolutionary idea, and then a father and son duo named Mars start on a path to challenge the chocolate throne. Plus, the titans of food weather the storm of the First World War and push the boundaries of invention in the Roaring Twenties.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. The Food That Built America Season 1 Episode 1 - Lines in the Sand
    8.0/10(158 votes)

    S1:E1

    In the wake of the Civil War, a revolution takes place on the backs of visionary entrepreneurs of industry like Heinz, Kellogg and Post; they push the limits of ingenuity to launch businesses that will revolutionize industry.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The Spoils of War" is the best rated episode of "The Food That Built America" season 1. It scored 8.2/10 based on 107 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/13/2019. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Best Served Cold".