Garrett's Makes Chicago's Most Iconic Popcorn

Garrett's Makes Chicago's Most Iconic Popcorn | Legendary Eats

4 роки тому

Popcorn is Illinois' official snack food, and Garrett Popcorn has been serving some of the best handcrafted popcorn in the state since 1949. The secret family recipe that's been handed down over three generations is still made in old-fashioned copper kettles with kernels that are grown just for the company. Garrett's handcrafts its popcorn in small batches throughout the day and can make anywhere from 30 to 150 batches daily. The famous Garrett mix consists of a mix of its CheeseCorn and CaramelCrisp flavors, creating a perfect blend of savory and sweet. There's almost always a line at all Garrett Popcorn shops, so Insider's Medha Imam visited one to see how the iconic mix is made and why it's one of Oprah's "Favorite Things."
Editor's Note: Insider visited Garrett Popcorn in March 2020, before Chicago restaurants closed to dine-in service. You can still order popcorn and more for pickup and delivery. For more information, visit: www.garrettpopcorn.com
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Garrett's Makes Chicago's Most Iconic Popcorn | Legendary Eats

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@hariniobla422 3 роки тому

As a person who visited Chicago, i can tell you this popcorn is NOT overhyped. It really is amazing. I am a health freak and i can resist any kind of candy, chocolate and junk. But when this popcorn comes about, lord i can't control myself :')

@YuanCrossXIII 2 роки тому

We have Garrett branch in Malaysia as well, it’s REALLY GOOD. Maybe one day we’ll get to go the Chicago ones, but for now, the branch here will do

@Max1996YT 2 роки тому

@S2-E2 DAWN ALETHEA LOWE EN I suppose it would really be something if movie theaters started selling the Garrett Mix?

@pututunik8748 2 роки тому

@@YuanCrossXIII wait, a branch, in malaysia??? which city?

@RaymondHng 2 роки тому

@@pututunik8748 Four in Kuala Lumpur and two in Selangor that are currently open.

@simply-ml1he 2 роки тому

@@pututunik8748 in klcc and mid valley got one

@likeasir5838 3 роки тому

As a chicago native, this popcorn is the BEST

@elchia7113 3 роки тому

@White lives matter Chicago is one the most diverse cities african american, latino, and other ethnicities

@fankdaggot8961 3 роки тому

Adam Ahmed It’s also one of the US’s biggest shitholes

@sweetnezz7781 3 роки тому

Oh man, best popcorn EVER! Miss it 😔

@RaymondHng 3 роки тому

How does it compare to Cracker Jack?

@sergeybondarik6689 3 роки тому

@TheDragonaf1 3 роки тому

Imagin coming home from Oprah and your family ask "OMG what did she give the audience? A car? Jewellery? A house? a Holiday???"...."Erm yeah...i got popcorn"...

@sergeybondarik6689 3 роки тому

@bbchocolate9347 3 роки тому

I'd rather have popcorn than jewellery

@mew02020 3 роки тому

@@bbchocolate9347 ok

@moldybread6720 3 роки тому

@frostbitepokin9520 3 роки тому

@ChicStyleReese 2 роки тому

native Chicago girl born and raised in Hyde park and I will NEVER pass up Garretts. like ever. I had Garretts in Tokyo that's how much I love it.

@karmellekouture17 3 роки тому

I live here and I know for a fact I can’t walk past without buying a bucket! Cheese and caramel 80/20 mix!

@samantharuazol7928 3 роки тому

T.R. S.-Roberts facts.

@rayvonrogers3018 3 роки тому

Yes!

@GemFramboise 3 роки тому

Perfect Ratio! 🙌🏼

@maryperez1235 3 роки тому

T.R. S.-Roberts it smells so good from a block away

@jakec6800 3 роки тому

That's sick

@RG-ns4tb 3 роки тому

I grew up about 5 min away from Garett’s..... and bought it almost every weekend. When I moved out of Chicago, before I got on the freeway out, I went and bought as much as I could fit in the truck! I love it!

@augustuslunasol10thapostle 2 роки тому

You know the image of a dog in a truck with a comically large amount of garett popcorn is amusingly cute

@revcounselor 3 роки тому

As a Chicago native I can attest that this is, bar none, the best popcorn in the world. However, their popularity has also driven up the price significantly.

@bobbywang8283 3 роки тому

Literally every “legendary” food in America is just full of cheese

@evelynluvss 3 роки тому

*ChEZBUrGeRs PleAse?!*

@pockit5107 3 роки тому

Yes because cheese is tasty unlike tofu.

@Amatersuful 3 роки тому

u dont know how to use tofu.

@alixluu 3 роки тому

Ironically our cheese doesn’t actually contain any cheese

@autumnlewis4825 3 роки тому

🙋🏾‍♀️... 31 year old American here. Yes, I can verify that most of my favorite foods consist of cheese.

@aracesista 2 роки тому

I’ve tried one in one of their stores overseas and I can’t get over how good it is omg

@christophergoodman404 3 роки тому

If you grew up in Illinois, there's nothing better when it comes to snacks.

@whoaitsreesy 8 місяців тому

It’s way better than movie theater popcorn!😊

@cisse-bergerana6322 3 роки тому

She’s one of the sweetest host with her small voice !

@bowenzhou5402 3 роки тому

cissé-berger ana u right😂

@GemFramboise 3 роки тому

I love her energy ☀️

@samaemeia3870 3 роки тому

She honest And she actually eat the food Unlike most of the previous host

@emmal1399 3 роки тому

her reactions look real

@elisabethfanfan9560 3 роки тому

Rught shes honest diesnt make fake facial expressions and seens to be around

@bobbrooks123 3 роки тому

I can feel it exploding in my mouth which is pretty good.

@jdrayton7224 3 роки тому

Your a naughty boy

@lovelybabyb00 3 роки тому

I went on a work trip to Chicago in 2019 from Toronto and brought this back for my coworkers to try. It was gone within less than 5 minutes. Everyone loved it!

@buddhahoo1 2 роки тому

Went to Chicago for a conference. Of course everyone couldn't wait to go to a famous deep dish pizza place. But let me tell you I was blown away when I just happened on Garrett's. Me and my daughter could not wolf the Chicago mix down fast enough. Went back for more every day we were there. Had withdrawals when we left.

@randomthoughts4996 3 роки тому

Its divine... I bought 2 buckets to bring back home to India from Chicago last year. It stayed fresh for a week. And its so yum.. so different from any other popcorn I've eaten before

@aimobutt 3 роки тому

"I don't like to mix sweet and savory." Medha, have you ever heard of chaat!

@rajvishukla458 3 роки тому

CHAAT YUM

@ShahiMehndi 3 роки тому

Many chaats now are sweet and savory but not all. Chaat just means salad. A lot of chaats are not sweet at all. Especially those from certain regions. They are tangy and spicy.

@aishanna 3 роки тому

She clearly says SHE doesn't like to mix sweet and savory.

@ranjanbiswas3233 3 роки тому

Chaat is not that good though.

@frostbitepokin9520 3 роки тому

Nah, she only eats cheeseburgers

@lutafee902 3 роки тому

Everything in Chicago: iconic

@achuchi2078 11 місяців тому

Whenever I arrive back home from school, it’s always a treat to grab some Garrett’s at O’Hare

@sphrcl. 3 роки тому

I was going to say a popcorn pun, but it was too corny.

@Gauravsharma-ej8eo 3 роки тому

Nice 🌞

@SlipDjab 3 роки тому

Ok...ok...I see what you did there.👍

@bigpapichurro5197 3 роки тому

BOOOOO

@dailydemoan6296 3 роки тому

Don’t worry it’s funny 😂

@PLefevre95 3 роки тому

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@CadyVirina 3 роки тому

I've had Garrett's in Singapore and the Cheese Popcorn is insanely yum!!! I used to always give it to my friends as souvenirs when I visit Philippines.

@InsiderFood 3 роки тому

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@sham9505 9 місяців тому

@hasitdawnedonyou 3 роки тому

We have it in Asia and it’s out of this world! Thank you for amazing popcorn!

@briansivley2001 3 роки тому

As a Chicagoan you're welcome😜😜😜😜😜😜😜.

@dnachistatrax1029 3 роки тому

So glad they put one, closer... it's in my old neighborhood! The pecan/almond caramel crisp (aside from the Chicago Mix) are my favorites!

@octaviacarrero-falkner920 3 роки тому

I still love Garrett's to this day when my family members come home to Chicago's that's the first thing they want Garrett's Popcorn and then deep pizza❤❤❤❤❤🔥🔥

@joel4214 3 роки тому

Ahhh i love garrets. I live in the windy city and it’s one of the greatest things we have here!

@janetslater129 2 роки тому

I absolutely love having Garrett's whenever I am in Chicago!

@zachbrown1630 3 роки тому

2:17 YOOOO did i see that right on the sign behind her?! i NEEEEED buffalo ranch popcorn in my life right nowwwwwww

@Seirryu-heart8 10 місяців тому

Sweet and salty combinations in food is soo good… both enhances the flavour of the other.

@leonidlaevskiy3713 3 роки тому

Nothing is better than a crispy caramelized popcorn , makes my mouth water 🤤💯

@SalamBustanji 3 роки тому

Garrett’s is my absolute favorite! If I could eat one thing for the rest of my life, their caramel crisp popcorn would be it. ❤️

@guidingstar814 3 роки тому

Salam Bustanji can I ask how much it cost?

@GemFramboise 3 роки тому

I will totally join you! 🙌🏼

@SalamBustanji 3 роки тому

Guiding Star 6$ - 22$ depending on the size and toppings

@michaelnobles2643 3 роки тому

Love Garrett’s popcorn! The best!

@sadaderlangga17 3 роки тому

"Maybe not the healthiest" *I SEE THIS AS AN ABSOLUTE WIN*

@sarcasm8yearsago377 3 роки тому

I like your pfp 😌👍

@rinyaratpattanakositwong8708 2 роки тому

I love your PFP 🧀🧀

@jordanwashington1854 3 роки тому

Love a nice Chicago Mix! Used to get them a lot during work breaks when I worked downtown.

@Lyniquechunte 3 роки тому

Chicago born and raised and this popcorn is soooooooooooooooopo good!!!!!! Its the best popcorn you have had in your life!!

@Irfan87 11 місяців тому

A lot of Garrett's outlets here in Singapore, so thankful for it. Best popcorn period.

@Russia_Moscow_countryhuman 3 роки тому

I’ve had this and it’s literally amazing as hell. Whenever I go to Chicago, I grab some before going back home

@theyarnkitty 3 роки тому

My favorite popcorn! And they employees are so friendly!! 🍿💖

@sandraaviles-wilkes7036 3 роки тому

Just received my order and the popcorn mix is AMAZING DELICIOUS!!

@terrijdavis1953 3 роки тому

I’ve stood in line for over an hour to get this popcorn, it’s that good!❤️

@thatswote4186 3 роки тому

"Handcrafted popcorn" What the hell do you expect, fresh out the freezer popcorn?

@asmar5793 3 роки тому

Kernel pop

@tidepodpadthai2633 3 роки тому

Bagged popcorn, I guess Like the stuff you just put in the microwave

@churchgir1 3 роки тому

bagged kernels

@kittenmimi5326 3 роки тому

@@tidepodpadthai2633 well this end up being bagged aswell.... If its the bagged popcorn you still put kernel n butter etc if you pop it in the microwave in a bag or an air popping popcorn machine or a pan... it isnt like one is "handmade" n the other is not... Ppl just say handmade blah blah every opportunity when selling stuff coz thats more appealing I guess...

@andrepavatoni 3 роки тому

Well, the popcorn you can buy in some cinemas here is made at a central place 1-2 days before it gets sold to customers. I‘d say that‘s the opposite of handcrafted, fresh popcorn.

@Solar_Nept 3 роки тому

Garrett’s is so good, it’s such a Chicago Classic :)

@gustavowoltmann1623 3 роки тому

Garrets is a legend !! love it !!

@wnica1 8 місяців тому

Love Garrett’s popcorn!!!

@youtubesicka4636 3 роки тому

"I don't need a husband, I only need Garret's popcorn"

@jjuicyxix 3 роки тому

I got this for my dad for his birthday and now this is the only ad I see

@ineshadixon1377 3 роки тому

I go there every time I visit family in Chicago. By far one of their best trademarks!!!

@alli0916 3 роки тому

I remember always getting this at the train station before and after getting on the train. And yes, a lot of people love popcorn here.

@lilacsanctuary3323 3 роки тому

This reminds me of a popcorn place i used to get at my mall! Trust me the cheese popcorn would always be finished before we got home. But the place also shared its side with another shop.

@TheMaskofVegito 2 роки тому

Totally not overrated. I bought some in Chicago on a trip there and it's delicious, particularly the chicago mix of cheese and caramel. They also have nuts mixed into it, pecan was amazing!

@lvsweets 3 роки тому

My city and so proud of our awesome eats

@gilangmukti5798 3 роки тому

This food is legendary but not to mention that i would give props to the Host. She has that positive vibes that making this very enjoyable to watch.

@nicolemarshall1574 3 роки тому

I’m from Chicago and when I was 7 we went there all the time downtown and that was the first place we go now I’m 15 years old and after quarantine we plan on going back there for the popcorn

@bananasenpai 2 роки тому

Tried this at Singapore and by far still the best popcorn I've ever eaten. Can't wait to try out the OG over at Chicago!

@scceeeeetv9329 Рік тому

Its so good in chicago

@tylerholland4652 11 місяців тому

My cousins live right outside of Chicago and whenever they came to visit my family back in NJ, they would always bring Garrett’s popcorn. Such a treat

@alishacarr-bennett5643 2 роки тому

Omg I love they popcorn one of the things I missed the most in Chicago glad I can order it online

@itsnewzie 3 роки тому

Love their caramel popcorn 🍿

@arielklay23 3 роки тому

I haven't had Garrett's version, but I *have* eaten the cheese and caramel popcorn combo and it's *very* good!

@mriz7258 2 роки тому

Garretts is the best thing Chicago brings to Singapore!!

@user-pp3wi6vb1g 2 роки тому

We used to have a Garrett Store here in Kuwait. It closed, but I must say, it remains a delicious part of my childhood.

@VannieEats 3 роки тому

The popcorn looks so tasty 😍

@rayvonrogers3018 3 роки тому

It is!

@elchia7113 3 роки тому

As a chicago native, I can confirm that it is VERY delicious, but it ain't cheap because of high demand, which just goes to show how popular it is

@necrosegamingreaction 3 роки тому

You can get some shipped to your house

@rinyaratpattanakositwong8708 2 роки тому

Winning game to the popcorn 🎮⚽️

@twdjt6245 3 роки тому

Didn’t know this was a Chicago original....I bought some on a snack subscription site before (wasn’t the garret brand name but had the same flavor combo) and it was the best popcorn I’ve ever tasted.

@aryas6936 2 роки тому

omg i love this popcorn, been to the usa twice and i would always buy this lovely garrett popcorn

@jaimebendo5053 2 роки тому

Just finished me a bag myself. Love it!

@eggybread. 3 роки тому

Food insider at the end of the decade: 'WoRsT fOOd trEnDS OF tHe decADe'

@evelynluvss 3 роки тому

LOL

@SCP--rj8hm 3 роки тому

They actually did this, and it was hypocrisy ridden.

@Pleboa 3 роки тому

mmm gotta love that sweet and savory combrination

@insomnialemon 3 роки тому

Garrett’s really is the best 🥺

@debonaireslots 11 місяців тому

I am from Detroit, and every time we go to Chicago for a weekend trip we stop at Garrett's... delicious

@hanireza 3 роки тому

Finally something from Chicago.

@thehealinggarden7850 3 роки тому

I miss having this in the winter when it’s fresh 😭

@kimberlyanderle 3 роки тому

This is the best stuff EVER!!!!!

@nylaturpin622 Рік тому

I'm a Chicago native and I promise you this is the BEST popcorn I've ever had. Garrett's has a spot in Lenox Mall in Atl but it is not the same. When I get homesick for the taste I order it online.

@enjoymylife 3 роки тому

Watching a video of sensual popcorn. Your video looks really real.

@rohitpathak4354 3 роки тому

Medha Imam "I don't like to mix my savory snacks with sweets" Also Medha Imam in Portilo's video "The right way to eat these french fries is by dipping them in chocolate cake shake" LOL!!!

@mariaclark4564 2 роки тому

I miss home this is the best in the world !!! The Chicago mix rocks

@sindotj 3 роки тому

You made my mouth water just for a popcorn...

@shawnpasco8513 3 роки тому

There goes my diet 😂

@GemFramboise 3 роки тому

Wait, do I see popcorn on your profile pic...that’s so cool 👍😊

@shawnpasco8513 3 роки тому

Gem Framboise lol ya

@anniebvl 3 роки тому

Popcorn without all the sauces can be eaten while dieting tho. One of my nutritionists recommended that to me as a snack a few years ago. Popcorn is really light just like puffed rice.

@shawnpasco8513 3 роки тому

just a random person lol good to know

@sergeybondarik6689 3 роки тому

@skippss01 3 роки тому

Chicago is my favorite city in the US! There's no place like my home!

@CS-qc7np 2 роки тому

Love it!

@haar1468 Рік тому

Definitely one of the best

@walkerwhere1948 3 роки тому

I loved the movie theaters when still more common music that takes me back only listening to new rock bands like the delta parole gives me the epic movie feelings.

@slumberpartybard6355 3 роки тому

i’ve never heard of Garett’s popcorn before...

@CCP-Lies 2 роки тому

Yes it's so good especially the chocolate and cheese

@w8n2xhl 3 роки тому

The absolute best.

@thomas45081 2 роки тому

I just found this video when searching for Garrett popcorn, because I'm sitting here in Dallas eating some that my daughter brought me when she flew in from Chicago last night. Damn! this is some good popcorn!! I got some cheesy, buttery, and spicy kind ... but REALLY GOOD!

@duckwalter3502 3 роки тому

The popcorn looks so DELICIOUS 😍😍😍😍🤤🤤🤤❤❤❤

@jazminmascorro334 3 роки тому

it is true, can confirm.

@lisettebrown8317 3 роки тому

I live here and it is the best popcorn I have ever tasted.

@nellgrill3845 3 роки тому

Agree !!

@kamalkulshreshta4041 3 роки тому

I was on diet and accidently clicked it and start watching... Now: no diet... I will eat noodles

@sergeybondarik6689 3 роки тому

@edmundyhee7687 3 роки тому

We have it here in Singapore. Garrett makes real popcorns. Once you have tasted Garrett's, you will doubt what you have eaten all along these years at cinemas.

@alitzamartinez4858 3 роки тому

When I travel through the airport of Dallas Its a must buy My favorite 😍😍😍😍

@rushitpalesha4058 3 роки тому

“I don’t mix my sweet n savoury”, says the same person who dipped her fries in the portillos cake shake

@Brick_Squared 3 роки тому

So she's a freakin' liar! Hahaha!

@rushitpalesha4058 3 роки тому

id call her somewhat self contradictory

@MooninLeo 2 роки тому

I had to look it up but it looks like this video is older than the cake shake video which means she probably really never used to mix sweet with savory before this video. Must have liked this mix because she dipped her fries in the cake shake AFTER this video. I hope this makes sense

@ohwow9910 2 роки тому

@rushit palesha true

@hk5322 3 роки тому

Chicago mix is my style, bought it at least once a month. And the nearest garrett store from my city is 90 minutes by plane

@carlaivey9806 3 роки тому

Their cheese corn is to die for!!!

@youngpiscesbbg 3 роки тому

Garrett’s mix is so good

@NaiBreeze 3 роки тому

Not locally known as "the chicago mix," that's what we call it here in Detroit as well. I don't even like popcorn, but I love the Chicago mix!

@Appaddict01 13 днів тому

It is called the Chicago mix in Chicago.😂

@morgan.r_taylor 3 роки тому

I tried this, it's legit heaven 😍 a bit pricey, but if you're in the area definitely stop by for a small bag!

@larrycj4382 3 роки тому

Wish I had some of their "Chicago Mix" now. Mmmmmm😋😋😋😋😋

@Jeannified 4 місяці тому

The best popcorn I ya e ever had! I live in San Diego, CA, and someone sent our department a big tin of the cheddar and caramel mix. I have never had such delicious popcorn in a tin! Amazing! The high caliber justifies the cost!