Faith Durand

Senior Vice President of Content at AT Media

Columbus, OH

About Me

I believe that great recipes and great home inspiration can literally change people’s lives. I’m a writer, editor, and media executive with over two decades of experience in creating content that helps people live better at home. I was the first Editor-in-Chief of The Kitchn, and I founded Cubby, AT Media’s brand for families at home. As SVP of Content I oversee our integrated cross-brand departments including SEO, content operations, and editorial shopping.

My pronouns

she/her/hers

My education

The Ohio State University (BA in English)

My awards & honors

James Beard Foundation Book Award in General Cooking for The Kitchn Cookbook: Recipes, Kitchens & Tips to Inspire Your Cooking


Latest Stories

The Single Best Thing I Ever Did to Make Feeding My Kids Easier and Better
There are a million ways feeding kids is hard. But we still make it TOO hard — on ourselves. I tried one small thing that genuinely changed that!
Oct 10, 2024
Nutella Fluff Is the Creamiest, Dreamiest Summer Dessert
Eat it straight from the bowl with your kids.
Aug 28, 2023
I Tried (and Failed) to Keep Mosquitoes Away for Years — Then I Found 3 Products That Really Work
We haven’t had a single bite so far this summer.
Jun 25, 2024
The 2024 Cubby Nursery Awards
All the parent-tested and parent-approved nursery essentials you need to know about.
Jun 23, 2024
I Tried 4 Different DIY Fruit Fly Traps, and There Was a Clear Winner
I caught *at least* 50 fruit flies this way!
Jun 4, 2024
The Cutest Things You Can Buy to Decorate the Nursery
Because every nursery needs a bit of whimsy.
Apr 30, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Baby Bouncer to Buy, and the Winner Had Too Many Rave Reviews to Count
“It was the absolute best thing we invested in.”
Apr 18, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents To Tell Us What Baby Bathtub to Buy, and 3 Tubs Came Highly Recommended
One is great for infants, one is great for tiny bathrooms, and the other is an all-in-one that’ll grow with your kid.
Apr 16, 2024

Latest Stories

We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Sound Machine to Buy for The Nursery, and 2 Won Over All the Others
One is a no-fuss classic and the other has all the bells and whistles you could want.
Mar 26, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Share Their Must-Have Baby Gear, and This Changing Pad Came Up Over and Over
No more washing changing pad covers every day!
Mar 24, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Nursery Glider to Buy, and the 2 Winners Are “Extremely Comfortable”
It’s a big investment, and we know you want to make the right choice.
Mar 24, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Crib to Buy, and There Were 4 Clear Winners
If you’re wondering what crib to buy for the nursery, we’ve got your answer.
Mar 22, 2024
We Asked 1,000 Parents to Tell Us What Bassinet or Bedside Sleeper to Buy, and the Answers Were Definitive
If you’re wondering what bassinet to put on your baby registry, we’ve got your answer.
Mar 22, 2024
The Practically Perfect Pancake Recipe I Make Over and Over
Well, my husband makes them. Does that count? (P.S.: These are awesome, thanks to one surprising little food science detail.)
Jan 26, 2024
The 10 Breakfast Skills Every Cook Should Know
From scrambling eggs to frying bacon, these are the techniques that are worth mastering.
Jan 9, 2024
We Want You To Steal These Christmas Morning Breakfast Traditions, Because They’re That Good
Five ideas for the Christmas morning spread of your life — but one that's as fun and relaxed for you as it is for the kids!
Dec 18, 2023
The 12 Best Children’s Museums My Family Has Visited and Loved
Children’s museums can be a BLAST — here are 12 worth traveling to visit.
Jul 19, 2023
This Is the One Toilet Paper Holder to Rule Them All
Why is buying a good toilet paper holder such a crapshoot?
Jul 18, 2023

Latest Stories

The Best Way to Keep Guacamole Green
It has nothing to do with lime, the pit, or plastic wrap.
Jul 10, 2023
The 10 Breakfast Skills Every Cook Should Know
From scrambling eggs to frying bacon, these are the techniques that are worth mastering.
Jul 6, 2023
The Perfect $30 Gift for Any Kid, at Any Age, for Any Occasion
It's perfectly fun and delightful.
Nov 16, 2022
I Found the Best Gift for New Parents — No Matter How Far Away You Live
It's the thing a new parent *really* needs.
Nov 9, 2022
The #1 Thing You Should Never Buy, According to a Plumber
Take it from a sewer professional.
Jul 29, 2022
Nutella Fluff is the Creamiest, Dreamiest Summer Dessert
Eat it straight from the bowl with your kids.
Jun 24, 2022
My $7 Costco Buy That Won Dinner Last Weekend
Plus, the simple way I upgrade them to a restaurant-worthy side.
Jun 7, 2022
Sriracha-Honey Popcorn Clusters Will Take Family Movie Nights to the Next Level
Sweet and (not too) spicy. One you start, it's hard to stop.
May 23, 2022
The 3-Ingredient Costco Pasta Salad I Make On Repeat
You can make it in minutes and it'll feed a crowd.
May 18, 2022
The 12 Best Cubby Stories of the Year
In honor of baby Cubby's first year, we gathered our favorite stories for you!
Oct 7, 2021
Monica Chavez’s Family Home Has the Most Spectacular Bookshelves (and a Surprise Under the Stairs)
Name: Monica Chavez; partner, Ruben; and children, Esperanza (7 months), Mauricio (3 years), Abel (passed away in 2010)Location: Bay Area, CaliforniaMonica Chavez is a mother, blogger, and DIY expert whose Instagram account offers a steady, stunning stream of creative projects and inspiration. She lives in the Bay Area with her family, including a new baby who arrived during this strange year. “I’ve got a COVID baby!” she laughs. “She’s 7 months old.
Mar 10, 2021
This $35 Target Buy Dramatically Improved My Family Bathroom
Most of the time my house is, shall we say, messier than one would strictly like. With a five-year-old and a three-year-old, c’est la vie. But up until recently there was one room that stood out as weirdly miserable: my family bathroom. This bathroom was the victim of a bad, sad patch job before we bought our home eight years ago. It has drippy plumbing (I have a spot on the living room ceiling to prove this), awkward corners, and a curious lack of storage.
Jan 21, 2021