Season 19

2021 · 7 episodes

Episodes

1Instant Cappuccino, Tinned Tomatoes, PanettoneHelen Lawal heads to one of the world's biggest coffee factories to find out how instant cappuccinos get their froth. Matt Tebbutt is in Naples to discover why most tinned tomatoes come from Italy, while Kate Quilton embarks on a panettone odyssey across Europe to learn how the fluffy cake lasts so long.
2Onions, Raspberries, Fish & Chip SuppersAndi takes an eye-watering trip to an onion factory. Plus: how do raspberries get from the field to our fridges without turning to mush? And why is Thai banana blossom shaking up fish and chips?
3Turmeric, Milk Chocolate, AsparagusJimmy investigates turmeric in India and Kate finds out how much milk is in chocolate, while Andi draws the short straw and investigates asparagus and pungent pee problems.
4Candy Floss, Crayfish, BrieMore fascinating food facts from around the world, including the role of candy floss in an astonishing food revolution in the US. Plus: crayfish trapping, and brie.
5Microplastics, Nettles, Rhubarb & CustardJimmy finds microplastics in some of our most popular soft drinks. Kate Quilton tackles nettles. And Amanda Byram asks why do rhubarb and custard go so well together?
6BBQs For SummerThe team lift the lid on al fresco food. Does using marinades or dry rubs make a difference to your meat? Plus: halloumi, fruit salad, edible charcoal and more.
7Sunflower Seeds, Rhubarb, Sugar in MilkshakesAmanda Byram is plunged into darkness in the rhubarb triangle. How much sugar is in milkshakes? And Matt Tebbutt investigates sunflower seeds.