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Modern Marvels: Episode 5
Tóm tắt
The only thing harder than resisting our favorite snacks is ranking them. But this special episode of Modern Marvels counts down the top ten lip-smacking treats Americans love most. We raid the pantry–and our rich archives–showcasing the indulgently decadent, the heart-healthy, and the wildly delicious spectrum of grab-and-go delights in between. It's a nationwide culinary journey leading to our number 1 choice–a snack so irresistible that Americans consume almost half the world's supply.
Chi tiết
- Phim bộ
- Modern Marvels
- Mùa
- Mùa 19
- Tập
- Tập 5
- Ngày phát sóng
- 2013-09-07
- Thời lượng
- 44 min
Thông tin tập
Episode 5 là tập 5 trong Season 19 của Modern Marvels. Tập này phát sóng ngày 2013-09-07. Thời lượng là 44 min.
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