We?re hitting the road in this episode of Unwrapped and uncovering touristy treats. First stop is a South Dakota institution, Wall Drug, then see how candy made from cacti is made in the Southwest and take a tour of culinary treasures with Epiculinary. Then, visit Garrett?s Popcorn in Chicago and sojourn savory-style through New York City. Plus, watch Terry Miller cook up some Harley-Davidson goodies.

Tourist Treats

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Eating Las Vegas

Cocktail Culture

Marc Summers takes a bite out of The Big Apple. First, get a taste of real American barbecue at The Big Apple Barbecue Block Party, find out what makes a sundae worth a $1000 and check out the reigning hot dog of New York, Papaya King. Discover one restaurant?s relationship with the Brooklyn Bridge and then travel west to Las Vegas to see how things are done there New York-style

The Big Apple

Join host Marc Summers for this episode on all things spreadable and edible. Watch Nutella get whipped up, discover the secrets behind the spatula spreader and visit the Swiss Colony to see them prepare their Incredible Spreadables. Then, visit an art studio for kids where the paint actually has flavor and discover the secrets behind creating over 100 flavors of nut butter. Plus, see the magic of the Butter Bell.

Spreadable Edibles

Fire up the grill because we?re celebrating cooking in the great outdoors! Take lessons from CharBroil Grilling University, check out what a shot of marinade does for meat and see how barbecue is done Mongolian-style. Next, discover the art of making kabobs and get some barbecue tips from a master. Finally, see what perks up a Cajun barbecue sauce.

Outdoor Cooking

Things are ripe for the pickin? in this fruitful episode of Unwrapped. First, see how Delmonte fruit cocktail is made, discover the art of Thai fruit carving and go to Michigan for all things cherry. Then, learn the tricks of the trade behind making Rascals and discover the special treatments pears get from Harry & David. Plus, learn about all things watermelon with Chef Harry Schwartz.

Fruitful

Yee haw! Saddle up, because on this episode of Unwrapped, we're taking a trip back to the old West. Visit a wild west town in Illinois, see how whiskey is made and learn the jerky secrets to smoked meats. Next, see why huckleberries are so rare in these parts and visit a replica of an old fort for some authentic wild western cuisine. Finally, wake up with a traditional cup of cowboy coffee.

Wild, Wild West

We're on fire in this episode of Unwrapped! Visit the Chile Pepper Institute to learn the secrets behind growing spicy peppers, check out how magma hot sauce is concocted and watch Blair make the world's spiciest potato chip. Then, learn the tricks of the trade behind eating fire and visit a potluck party solely for spicy dishes. Plus, what makes an Italian condiment so fiery.

Atomic

Join host Marc Summers as he toasts cocktail culture. First, learn how Stirrings? mixers are mixed up, see how whiskey is made into candy and learn the fine art of creating cocktails with a professional mixologist. Plus, see how a trendy mojito mint is made and how glass-blowers make barware. Finally, find out what makes a martini cost $10,000.

Join host Marc Summers as we head to Sin City for a tour of its culinary finds. First, visit Ethel M?s Chocolates, a Vegas candy institution, roll the dice with Sin City Suckers and visit the Carnaval Court Bar & Grill for cocktail showstoppers. Also, watch how chocolate transforms into playing cards and visit one of Vegas' gigantic buffets at the Mirage. Finally, check out how to get a margarita on a stick.

Discover the latest trend in drinking chocolate with Schokinag, see how Sam Adams mixes a chocolatey brew and watch how Schwartz Candy makes chocolate marshmallows. Plus, visit Doc Choc, an expert on all thing chocolate and check out how Dove moved from ice cream to chocolate miniatures.

Chocolate Creations

Today on Unwrapped we?re delving into things that are questionably edible. First, see how Sterno is made, visit a Freaky Food Lab with Dr. Dreadful and check out a water bottle made from corn that biodegrades in just eighty days. Then, test your knowledge of food with the Eat It Trivia Game and watch how fake food is made to look just like the real thing. Finally, figure out just what those pillowy packets are in the bottom of your bags of munchies.

Outside the Snack Box

The clock has struck noon, so it's time to reach into the brown bag for a look at sack lunch foods. Discover how Wonder Bread gets its special texture, see how bologna is really made, and learn how Deli Express is making sandwiches for on the move. Find out the trick to turning apple sauce red and furry, and see how baby carrots are grown. Plus, fill up a lunch container going well beyond the brown bag.

Sack Lunch

Today, we?re heading to the city where the celebrities live and eat. Discover how food becomes the star at a food-styling class, climb aboard a cruise ship to taste California?s "best" shake, and visit "the last great hamburger stand." Then, visit a restaurant famous for serving the stars of Hollywood?s golden era and shop for a little bit of everything at the original Farmers Market. Plus, stop by a bakery to sample cupcakes that are keeping celebs happy.

Greetings From L.A.

Unwrapped is an American television program on Food Network that reveals the origins of sponsored foods. It first aired in June 2001 and is hosted by Marc Summers. The show leads viewers on tours of factories and other food-related locations. Popular subjects include candy, breakfast cereal, snacks, and TV dinners. The show's spin-off, Trivia Unwrapped, is a game show also hosted by Marc Summers.

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