The Side Dish from America’s Test Kitchen

The Side Dish from America’s Test Kitchen

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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October 28, 2026 • 29 mins
A cold breeze is in the air and winter is right around the corner…which means it’s time to Netflix and chili with cool-weather cooking.  ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Chicken and Dumplings French-Style Pork Stew Colorado Green Chili Smoky Chipotle Chili con Carne Hearty Beef Stew French Pork and White Bean Casserole (Cassoulet) Monkey Bread Butternut Squash Risotto Butternut Squash Galette with ...
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Grab your flashlights and gather around the fire! In this spooky episode, Bridget and Julia discuss daunting recipes, share their most haunting TV moments, and try to guess the mysterious objects behind a scary kitchen soundtrack.  ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Beef Wellington No Knead Bread Focaccia Macaron Croissant
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September 30, 2026 • 43 mins
Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes at America’s Test Kitchen? Julia reveals how TV food comes to life, Bridget dishes on the moments the cameras missed during a fish sauce segment, and together they take you on an insider’s tour of the studios and test kitchens in Boston.  ATK Recipes and Reviews mentioned in this episode: The World of Fish Sauce The Best Supermarket Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Poll...
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September 16, 2026 • 37 mins
Pineapple on pizza? Ketchup on a hot dog? Bridget and Julia tackle food’s most divisive debates, defending their hottest takes and settling culinary scores. Plus, hotline callers put them on the spot to settle the score on Illinois’ official sandwich and decide whether one oft-gifted holiday staple really deserves its bad reputation. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Barbecued Beef Brisket on the Charcoal Grill ...
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September 2, 2026 • 37 mins
From lunchbox favorites and after-school snacks to clever solutions for picky eaters, Bridget and Julia serve up kid-food inspiration for every age. Whether you’re feeding little ones or craving nostalgic classics, you’ll leave with plenty of delicious ideas and practical tips ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:Sheet-Pan Pizza Spaghetti with Turkey-Pesto Meatballs Skillet Macaroni and Cheese Guide: Make Sure Your...
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August 19, 2026 • 36 mins
From test cooks to longtime buds, Bridget and Julia take a walk down memory lane. They reveal the friendship origin story, dream up the ultimate steakhouse spread, and put years of friendship on the line with a blindfolded tasting of treats inspired by each other. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: The Best Fresh Margaritas French Onion Potato Gratin Creamed Spinach Cast Iron Steaks with Herb Butter Baguettes Basque Chee...
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August 5, 2026 • 27 mins
Grab a ticket and a snack–it’s state fair season! Bridget and Julia swap their favorite fair memories, spotlight fair-inspired ATK recipes, and put their knowledge to the test with food festival trivia.  ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Apple Cider Doughnuts Apple Fritters Dutch Apple Pie Smoked Double-Thick Pork Chops on a Gas Grill Blueberry Pie Eight-Hour Pizza Dough
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July 22, 2026 • 36 mins
Julia and Bridget are stranded…on separate deserted islands. Armed with nothing but their imaginations, they reveal the albums they’d want on repeat and the dishes they’d dream of eating. Then, the music buffs tackle a listener’s question about packing food for a wilderness adventure. ATK recipes and equipment mentioned in this episode: Manual juicers Electric citrus juicers Microplanes and graters C...
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July 8, 2026 • 35 mins
Bridget and Julia unpack the quirky kitchen collectibles, foodie mementos, and travel treasures they’ve gathered over the years. Plus, America’s Test Kitchen gadget guru Lisa McManus calls into the hotline to share her ultimate show-and-tell item. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Cracklin' Cornbread Cast Iron Pan Pizza Cast Iron Oven-Fried Chicken
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June 24, 2026 • 30 mins
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June 10, 2026 • 29 mins
Midnight cravings call for comfy slippers, snacks, and zero judgment. Bridget and Julia slip into their evening wear to swap stories about their favorite late-night bites and drinks, from nostalgic regional specialties to scrappy retro snacks. Plus, listeners reveal the foods they reach for when it’s snack o’clock. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode:Strawberry Pretzel Salad
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May 27, 2026 • 32 mins
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 opinions on baby back ribs, and give plenty of smoky shade. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Barbecued Pulled Pork on a Charcoal Grill, Paella on the GrillBarbecued Beef B...
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May 13, 2026 • 31 mins
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 decadent dining, and reveal just how far they’d go for the perfect donut, barbecue, or wedge of cheese.
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April 29, 2026 • 33 mins
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 Giadiniera
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April 15, 2026 • 35 mins
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 cheese. ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Best Potluck Macaroni and Cheese Banana Pudding Chocolate Pots de Creme Caesar Green Bean Salad Murgh Makhani (Indian Butter Chicken) Q...
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April 1, 2026 • 34 mins
In this episode, Julia and Bridget reminisce about jobs past and how they learned to be hosts on camera. Plus, they offer advice on work-night meal prepping, and Julia brings in the resume she used to apply to her job at America’s Test Kitchen.
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March 18, 2026 • 41 mins
In this episode, Bridget’s travel hack sandwich makes a grand cameo. Julia and Bridget also dish about their favorite restaurants, share the on-stage antics at their PBS road shows, and weigh in on what is–and isn’t–acceptable in-flight etiquette. Check out our website for our take on the Best Chef's Knives!
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March 4, 2026 • 43 mins
Julia and Bridget kick off awards season by dropping some behind-the-scenes knowledge of how TV shows and movies make their food look so good. Plus, they discuss which celebrities–dead or alive–they’d invite to a home-cooked meal.  ATK Recipes mentioned in this episode: Paella on the Grill + Indoor Clam Bake Classic Beef Tenderloin Mastering Beef Wellington Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Herb Pa...
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February 18, 2026 • 38 mins
In this episode, Bridget and Julia chat about romantic dinner fails, how they celebrate Valentine’s Day, and take on a blind taste test of boxed chocolates.  Valentine's Day may be past us, but you don't need a special occasion to try out some recipes from our book, Cooking for Two!
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February 4, 2026 • 37 mins
In this premiere episode of The Side Dish, the hosts of America's Test Kitchen, Julia Collin-Davison and Bridget Lancaster, sit down to talk about all things game day. Julia and Bridget share their wildest game day stories, chat about what to cook for a successful tailgating feast, and guess how many pounds of guacamole are eaten on Super Bowl Sundays. If this episode got you excited about classic game day food, check out our reci...
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