Ep 37. Funny Foods

Unwrapped season 8 episode 37, titled "Funny Foods," is a fun-filled exploration of unique and quirky foods from around the world. From quirky flavors to wacky packaging, host Marc Summers sets out to uncover the stories behind some of the most unusual foods ever created.

The episode kicks off with a visit to the Jelly Belly factory in California where Marc gets to see how the world-renowned jelly beans are made. From the classic flavors like Cherry and Grape to the odd ones like Earwax and Dirt, Jelly Belly has something for everyone. But it's not just the flavors that make Jelly Belly unique - it's their unusual packaging too. Marc takes a look at some of the weirdest Jelly Belly products including sock-shaped packaging and a bean dispenser that looks like a gas pump.

Next up, Marc travels to New York City to try some of the most unusual doughnuts in America. At The Doughnut Project, he samples some of their most popular flavors like the Everything Doughnut and the Beet Doughnut. But it's their most famous doughnut, the Black and White Cookie Doughnut, that steals the show. This doughnut is made to look like a black and white cookie, but with an added twist - it's filled with black and white cookie dough.

After indulging in some unique treats, Marc heads to Illinois to visit the world's largest ketchup bottle. This towering monument stands at 170 feet tall and was once a water tower. But today, it serves as a tribute to the love of tomato ketchup. Marc speaks with the owner of the ketchup bottle and delves into the history of how it came to be.

Moving on, Marc heads to New Orleans to try some of the city's famous dishes - with a twist. At Sucré, a bakery famous for their macarons, Marc tries their Red Beans and Rice macaron. He then heads to the Waffles on Maple food truck to try their Fried Chicken and Waffle Cone. The dish is exactly as it sounds - a cone-shaped waffle filled with fried chicken and topped with maple syrup.

The episode also features a visit to the Spam Museum in Minnesota, where Marc explores the history of Spam and tries some of the most unique Spam dishes around. From Spam sushi to Spam tacos, the museum has it all. Marc also visits the Sausage King of Chicago, famous for their "mother-in-law" sandwich. This unique dish features a tamale topped with chili and served on a hot dog bun.

To end the episode, Marc heads to Seattle to try some of the city's iconic fish and chips. But this isn't just any fish and chips - it's fish and chips with a twist. At Spud Fish and Chips, Marc tries their famous Tattooed Fish, which is a fillet of cod covered in a light batter and then stamped with a variety of designs.

Overall, Unwrapped season 8 episode 37 is a fun and quirky look at some of the most unique foods around. From sweet treats to savory snacks, the episode is filled with interesting and entertaining stories about the people and places behind these one-of-a-kind foods. Whether you're a foodie or just looking for a good laugh, "Funny Foods" is worth watching.