Food UnwrappedSeason 242023 · 5 episodesEpisodes1Piri-Piri, Rocket Lolly, and Vegetable Stir-FryWhy is the shelf life for a vegetable stir-fry mix so short? What's the secret to making perfect layers in a rocket ice lolly? And in Portugal, Kate investigates piri-piri.2Radishes, Fungus, MaoBriony May Williams finds out why some radishes are hot. Andi Oliver asks why pre-made sandwiches contain mayonnaise. And Kate Quilton discovers how truffles are grown.3Oranges, Coriander, Dropped ToastMatt Tebbutt is in Spain learning why some oranges are so hard to peel, while Jimmy Doherty heads to Thailand to discover why coriander is the herb of choice for some, but for others it seems to taste like soap. Briony Williams finds herself in a bit of a jam as she interrogates an important kitchen conundrum - why dropped toast always lands the wrong side down4Double Cream, Cans, Hairy FruitMore fun facts about our food, including: why some fruits are hairier than others, the difference between single and double cream, and the science of why canned food keeps for so long.5Schnapps, Herbs, RollsHow come schnapps is always clear even though it's made from colourful fruits? Why do supermarkets carry so many of the same herbs? Plus: soft and crusty bread rolls compared.Season 1Season 2Season 3Season 4Season 5Season 6Season 7Season 8Season 9Season 10Season 11Season 12Season 13Season 14Season 15Season 16Season 17Season 18Season 19Season 20Season 21Season 22Season 23Season 25
