Bon Appétit Test Kitchen (YouTube)

The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen features a rotating cast of food editors, with personalities like Claire Saffitz, Brad Leone, and Chris Morocco becoming highly recognizable. They host popular series like "Gourmet Makes" and "It's Alive." The channel is filmed in their New York City test kitchen.

"Gourmet Makes" is one of Bon Appétit's most popular video series, hosted by former editor Claire Saffitz. In the show, she attempts to recreate popular processed snack foods, like Skittles or Pringles, using high-end culinary techniques. It gained a massive following for its scientific, trial-and-error approach to junk food.

Yes, in the summer of 2020, the channel faced significant public backlash regarding pay inequity among its editors of color. This led to the departure of several prominent hosts, including Claire Saffitz and Sohla El-Waylly, and an eventual restructuring of the brand's video department. The channel underwent a massive shift in its content strategy following the event.

Yes, the channel remains highly active and continues to post daily cooking videos and tutorials. While the original cast of editors has largely changed, they continue to feature chefs and food experts demonstrating recipes. They focus heavily on accessible home cooking and culinary technique.