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15 Episodes 2006 - 2006
Episode 1
Thu, Jun 29, 2006
An examination the soft-drink industry includes its origins in mineral waters peddled by small-town pharmacists, crafty marketing strategies used to sell it, and modern, state-of-the-art factories that produce an enormous volume of it.
Episode 2
Thu, Jul 6, 2006
Salty snack foods are examined. Included: popcorn, pretzels and potato chips.
Episode 3
Thu, Jul 13, 2006
The history of the hot dog is chronicled. Included: a visit to Nathan's Famous Hot Dogs at Coney Island in New York City.
Episode 4
Thu, Jul 20, 2006
A history of canned foods in America traces its beginnings in Europe and its popularity during the Gold Rush and the Civil War. Also: technological innovations such as the can opener.
Episode 5
Sun, Apr 30, 200692 mins
The little square burger devotees call "sliders." The accidental invention of the hot fudge sundae. The much-debated truth behind the name "hot dog." AMERICAN EATS is a fun, fascinating, feature-length tour that dishes up the truth behind the dishes. From pizza to the hoagie (or grinder or hero) some of the most characteristically American foods have their origins abroad. But others are strictly homegrown, the product of fads, trends or good, old-fashioned screw-ups that turn out well in the end (the chocolate chip cookie is one such delicious mistake). By going into some of the world's most famous kitchens and talking with people like the inventor of the Big Mac, a San Francisco Chinatown food guide and the founder of Pizza Hut, the delectable story of AMERICAN EATS comes alive. Tuck in the bib and pull up a chair for a feast of Americana.
Episode 6
Thu, Aug 3, 2006
A history of ice cream in the U.S. includes the popularity of the ice-cream cone following its first use at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair.
Episode 7
Thu, Aug 10, 2006
Exploring the history of cookies, beginning as hardened biscuits in 13th-century Middle East and becoming what they are today with the invention of chocolate chip cookies in 1930s America.
Episode 8
Thu, Aug 17, 2006
Chocolate is the subject. Included: the creation of Hershey's chocolate and M&M's; and the popularity of chocolate bars among World War II soldiers.
Episode 9
Thu, Aug 24, 2006
Condiments are examined, including mustard, mayonnaise, maple syrup and soy sauce.
Episode 10
Thu, Aug 31, 2006
Barbecuing is the subject. Included: its origins in Europe and evolution in America. Also: technological innovations and techniques.
Episode 11
Sat, Sep 9, 2006
A history of beer in the U.S. begins with the arrival of the Mayflower. Included: the contributions of German immigrants; Prohibition; innovations in refrigeration, pasteurization, and transportation; and the arrival of the aluminum can.
Episode 12
Thu, Sep 14, 2006
Exploring the history of breakfast cereal beginning with a Presbyterian minister's effort to turn his countrymen to a bran-heavy diet and becoming the $9 billion industry that it is today.
Episode 13
Thu, Sep 21, 2006
The history of pizza. Included: the rise of global chains; and the frozen-pizza market.
Episode 14
Wed, Nov 22, 2006
Included: roast turkey; bread stuffing; candied yams; cranberry sauce; gingerbread; candy canes; boxed chocolates; and fruitcake. Also: recent trends, such as deep-fried turkey; and turducken.
Episode 15
Thu, Nov 23, 2006
Dig into the sumptuous stories of great inventors, innovators, dreamers, and wizards who made eating into an industry and transformed the American table. Clarence Birdseye really did invent modern frozen food; John Harvey Kellogg reinvented breakfast; Milton Hershey turned an elite sweet into a treat for the common man; and yes, there really was a Chef Boyardee. Explore the roots of barbecue, Jell-O, and Spam--and meet the originator of nacho chips.