Food Unwrapped

Season 12

2017 · 4 episodes · 1h 40m in all

Episodes

1. 1

   1. Marmite, Plastic, Custard

   20 Oct 2017 · 25 min

   Jimmy examines how plastic packaging is polluting the food chain with potentially global implications. Is it really possible to predict if you'll love or hate Marmite? Matt runs across a custard pond.

2. 2

   2. Orange Squash, Maple Syrup, Biscuits

   27 Oct 2017 · 25 min

   How much orange is in orange squash? Why's maple syrup so expensive? And what's with all those little holes on biscuits?

3. 3

   3. Corked Wine, Okra, Honey

   3 Nov 2017 · 25 min

   Jimmy learns about the battle against the hidden nuisance that leads to corked wine. Plus: the surprising difference between runny and set honey. And okra.

4. 4

   4. Whisky, Halloumi, Sweetcorn

   10 Nov 2017 · 25 min

   What gives some whisky its smoky flavour? Why doesn't halloumi melt? And how do you get corn off the cob?