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Discover how crumbly, buttery shortbread cookies, moist and creamy Yule logs, crunchy, minty chocolate bark, and sweet and sour candy canes with a twist get to the masses. From raw materials to finished products, FOOD FACTORY reveals the wonders of how food is really made.

From raw materials to finished products, FOOD FACTORY goes behind the scenes to reveal how our favourite foods are made: The tumbling room of a jawbreaker factory sounds like a jet engine; at Tim Hortons’ mammoth roasting facility, super-sized grinders tackle thousands of pounds of beans every hour; 30,000 savory empanadas are made from a single batch; and, the history of cocktail sauce is as zesty as its flavour.

FOOD FACTORY goes behind the scenes to reveal how our favourite foods are made: Learn the age-old technique that packs the pistachio punch into every bite of baklava; watch as high-tech machines create 150 pounds of candy buttons per hour; a single batch of organic baby food fills 28,000 gourmet pouches; and, while feta cheese starts with a truckload of fresh sheep’s milk, its origins date back to ancient Greece.

From raw materials to finished products, FOOD FACTORY goes behind the scenes to reveal how our favourite foods are made: A special machine was developed to put the chunks in Cherry Garcia ice cream; a computer-controlled recipe ensures the perfect blend of Earl Grey tea; a single batch of tapenade fills 15,000 jars; and, a fast-paced machine churns out 500 tutti-frutti lollipops every minute.

From raw materials to finished products, FOOD FACTORY goes behind the scenes to reveal how our favourite foods are made: 200 million pieces of Nitwitz candy are produced every year; so many popchips are made every year that they could circle the earth three times; nearly five million chocolaty Mighty Malts roll off the assembly line every day; and, chicken soup is cooked right in the can.

Two frighteningly delicious special episodes of FOOD FACTORY reveal the story behind some of our all-time favourite Halloween treats: ten million Molasses Kisses roll off the assembly line every year; it takes five days to make the ghoulish gumballs that look just like human eyeballs; green Zombie Bar chocolates feature a creepy crunch and blood red message; and, every Halloween, 20,000 Granny Smith apples become sinfully scary colossal candy apples.

Searching historic trading routes at The Forks, uncovering shipbuilding history.

The California Gold Rush drew people from all over the world to the rugged Sierra Nevada’s. Now it’s a hiker’s dream – drawing people from all over the world. You can easily hike for miles and miles here. The problem is… it’s just as easy to get lost.

On a salvaging journey to the south of England, Drew and Tee are given unprecedented access to Glemham Hall's sprawling storage areas. A 1920s themed hotel and museum is filled with memorabilia, but the best items are off limits. The chaps rummage for hidden treasure at a Lancaster theater. Drew uncovers a few unusual items in an antique dealer's shed.

With just two weeks left until the end of tuna fishing season; Bounty Hunter gains a new deckhand.

A hard season with little money to show has taken its toll on the crew of the Odysea; leading Captain Ralph to lash out at his first mate Pirate.

Jeff and Daniel continue their Indian odyssey in Jodhpur, and learn that rules are made to be broken. Jeff is henpecked by lady customers when he stages a sari sale in the village square, then goes head to head with a doctor of “turbanology.” 

Jeff hosts an auction after walking into a potentially lucrative deal.

Les fights Seth over a critical business decision. And later, all bets are off when Seth undermines Les in front of the entire staff.

Les scrambles to find a buyer for a pimped out party bus to win a bet with Seth. Then, a mad scientist claims his old device can cure deadly diseases. And later, Seth makes a shocking revelation that sends a couple into a rampage.

Seth steps in when a customer and employee square off in the parking lot. Then, Les and Ashley learn the meaning of "nut up" when they calm a customer's maniacal mom. Later, the store gangs up on Seth to give him a birthday surprise.

Les and Seth face down Ashley in a final power struggle that could change the face of American Jewelry & Loan forever.

With Ashley Gone, business seems to really be picking up - or at least thats what Seth thinks. A disagreement over a customer's loan erupts into a knockdown, drag out battle. Then, a rare lacocca Mustang has Les and Seth very interested. Will they pony up or watch this dream car drive away? And later, Les longs to bring Ashley back into the business, but Seth will have none of it.

Les snaps when a customer threatens to throw down over a broken necklace. Then, the Golds are presented with Saddam Hussein's signed personal documents and Iraqi currency. Will his signature prove to be the real thing or not worth the paper it's written on? And later, Les calls Ashley in for a family sit-down. He wants her back at the shop, but she has plans of her own. Will daddy's darling return and change the family business forever or will Seth stand in the way?

The guys scour an Ottawa location that’s more maze than home, but is packed to the gills with rare Canadiana. In Ed’s awesome motorcycle garage in Havelock, Scott agrees to a pricey custom order. In Campbellford, a father and son team have an amazing collection, but their prices are through the roof. Country singer George Canyon calls with a special request and a wager the guys can’t refuse.

Competition boils over when bitter rivals Brandon and Jesse throw down.

Brandon and Lori look to cash in on their first trip to New Orleans.

An alleged speeder relies on a passenger for dubious legal advice.

A marijuana incident in Beverly Hills, California.

A "good girl" speeder shows off her "bad girl" piercing.

Officer Haselton pulls over one half of the rock group, Antagen.

With employee relations not his strong suit, Seth tries to make amends by moving staff around. Yet his plan backfires when his swap leads to a staff throw down. Plus, Les checks out an old school peep show, Ashley helps a customer overcome his vocal issue, and you will NEVER guess what's in the bag - but once you find out, you won't soon forget!

With their father/son relationship already on the rocks, a major miscommunication between Les and Seth could land a key employee on the chopping block. Ashley tries to keep the peace, but could the damage be too deep? Plus, some retro Detroit merchandise catches Les' eye that has a lot in common with a prior failed deal - will he be able to snag it this time? And, witness true love, between a man and his bear.

When Les allows a $60,000 watch to walk out the door on a handshake agreement, Seth and Ashley flip out. Will Les' old school rule pay off - or leave the family in the lurch? Plus, a life sized Silver Surfer slides into the shop, and Didgeridoo leaves the staff breathless.

In the wake of Les' bum watch deal, Seth and Ashley get on his case to curb his crazy buys. He makes a deal to get the kids off his back, but when some interesting animals come through the door, it might be too much for Les to resist. Plus, a set of creepy Christmas dolls creates a showdown between the Golds. And Ashley shows some heart by helping out a needy customer - but will her good deed pay off?

Gas Monkey Garage signs up for the Redbull Flugtag -- and Aaron is in charge of making and piloting their flying craft. But building something with wings instead of wheels proves to be a challenge, even for this master mechanic. Plus, when a rare Dodge Wayfarer rolls in, Richard’s hopes for a fast flip get stalled when the engine refuses to start.

As engine troubles plague the Smokey and the Bandit build, Richard travels to Florida to meet the Bandit himself, Burt Reynolds. After missing the transport truck, Richard and Aaron have to race the Trans-Am down to New Orleans themselves. During the drive, Richard dreams he’s the star of a wild Gas Monkey version of Smokey and the Bandit.

Krazy Dave makes an unsettling discovery.

Ron sets a trap to uncover the identity of a stalker.

Cassie forces Bobby to make a decision about the future of their relationship.

A fight at Dave's wedding threatens to explode Bobby's relationship with Cassie.

Producer Bruce Nash ("Most Shocking") is behind this adrenaline-fueled series that features civilians and law enforcement officers in risky, selfless rescue missions. Each one-hour episode presents an account of a rescue effort from the dual perspectives of hero and victim.

Producer Bruce Nash ("Most Shocking") is behind this adrenaline-fueled series that features civilians and law enforcement officers in risky, selfless rescue missions. Each one-hour episode presents an account of a rescue effort from the dual perspectives of hero and victim.