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The Side Dish from America’s Test Kitchen

America's Test Kitchen
America's Test Kitchen
Food Movies
Super Bowl
Travel Snacks
Culinary Questions
Hungry Root
Valentine's Day
Palentine's Day
Food
Wisconsin Cheese
Past Jobs / Career Path
Spring Cleaning
Wings
Chili
Tailgating
Hot Dogs
Nachos
Cooking
Romance
Boston

What happens when two of TV’s top cooking hosts ditch their aprons to go off-script? America’s Test Kitchen veterans Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison dive into food fights, travel snack debates, and answer your most burning culinary questions in a hilarious new podcast about life, eating, and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

Julia and Bridget fire up the grill with a discussion about their go-to meats—while Julia tries to get the full details on Bridget’s pulled pork recipe. Along the way, they discuss the right (and safe) way to oil your grill, share some strong opinion... more

From nostalgic sweet treats to over-the-top cravings, Bridget and Julia dive into the foods they simply can’t resist and hear from listeners about their own indulgences. They match celebrities to their favorite guilty pleasures, swap stories of decad... more

It’s out with the old and in with the new in this episode, where Julia and Bridget offer listeners spring cleaning tips and take a peek at each others’ junk drawers.

ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:

Weeknight Pasta Primavera

Chicago-Style Gi... more

In this episode, Bridget and Julia break down what it takes to cater or host a large gathering. They also debate the best way to cut sandwiches, whether or not pineapples go on pizza, and why a fork may be superior to a spoon when eating mac and chee... more

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Recent Guests

Leanne Guido
Caller with liverwurst and other indulgent foods story
Listener from Herndon, Virginia
Episode: Food Indulgences
Ed Holona
Caller who volunteers to cook for a religious community; audience member
Episode: Cooking for a Crowd
Trisha Weimers
Listener caller from Newark, Ohio
Episode: Lights, Camera, Action

Hosts

Bridget Lancaster
Co-host and longtime America's Test Kitchen veteran known for warm banter, practical baking and cooking insights, and a friendly on-air demeanor.
Julia Collin Davison
Co-host with Bridget, brings decades of test kitchen expertise, humor, and relatable cooking guidance to listeners.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Love this podcast!

    There is nothing they can’t do or cook!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Judy foodie !
    United States3 months ago
  • Superstar hosts

    Loved Proof when Bridget was hosting and was so excited to hear she was hosting a new podcast. When I heard her and Julia were going to be together together I knew it was going to be 5 stars… and it is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JustTheTwoLetters
    United States3 months ago
  • Love The Banter

    These ladies are so engaging! Nice to see their life outside of ATK. Simply love them.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    elaine's plate
    United States4 months ago
  • Can’t wait for more

    Remember the ATK episode when Julia and Bridget made sticky buns together and couldn’t stop laughing? I always wanted more of them together, and now it’s here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billyshakes
    United States4 months ago
  • Where did ya go?

    I thoroughly enjoyed the banter and memories and current cooking suggestions. I truly hope you two plan on making more podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Again????
    United States4 months ago

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Fans appreciate hearing their life outside ATK and the candid conversations.
The show's warmth and practical advice make it appealing for both new cooks and longtime fans.
Listeners enjoy the hosts' banter and chemistry, praising the balance of humor and cooking tips.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#48
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#32
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#167
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#22
South Korea/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#72
Israel/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#75
South Africa/Arts/Food

Talking Points

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Cooking for a Crowd
Q: Besides reading food for 50, how do you know how much you order to make food for a whole bunch of people?
Think through crowd size, scale recipes logically, overage (about 20%), and plan with make-ahead dishes that reheat well to avoid last-minute scrambling.
From Past Jobs to Primetime
Q: What was your favorite job you had?
Bridget and Julia recount varied roles—from lifeguard to prep cook to retail work—illustrating how each job offered unique lessons and helped shape their careers and perspectives, ultimately contributing to their current work in TV and test kitchens.
From Past Jobs to Primetime
Q: Is culinary school necessary to break into the food world?
They outline two valid paths: gain hands-on kitchen experience to build in-depth, practical know-how, or attend culinary school to learn a broad range of techniques with a more structured foundation; many people choose one or the other, and both can lead to success depending on the individual's goals and context.
Romance on the Menu
Q: What are some best tips for scaling down a recipe to make it for two people?
The simplest tip is to buy our Cooking for Two or Baking for Two Cookbooks. Baking is a different animal; often require different pans, and ratios change with smaller amounts of batter. Alternatively, make a full recipe and freeze the portions.

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Two veteran food media hosts bring humor and warmth to conversations that mix cooking, travel snacks, and pop culture food moments. Episodes weave personal anecdotes, practical cooking tips, and lighthearted debates—from game-day traditions to film and TV food moments—creating a friendly, relatable vibe that appeals to home cooks, food curious listeners, and fans of the hosts' TV work. Notably, the show leans into banter and candid Q&A, making it easy to dip in for quick, entertaining takes on food, life, and staying curious about what to cook next.

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