Cyd Converse

Cyd Converse is the former editor of Food Fanatic, and also the founder and cocktail shaker in residence at The Sweetest Occasion. Founded in 2008, The Sweetest Occasion is food and lifestyle blog named one of the world's best entertaining blogs by both Better Homes & Gardens and Saveur magazine. Food Fanatic's resident vegetarian, Cyd lives with her husband Bob, sons Noah and Ethan, daughter Emerson and two precocious Labrador Retrievers, Harper and River, in Upstate New York. There she can be found cooking, mixing cocktails and hosting dinner parties at her 112 year old historic home. Cyd's favorite foods include cheese omelets and veggie tacos with homemade corn tortillas and lots of guac.

by Cyd Converse

Learn how to cook pumpkin seeds! They’re healthy and delicious!

by Cyd Converse

Wondering how to make tamales? We’ve got the details!

by Cyd Converse

Wondering how to make a margarita? We’ve got you covered every night of the week!

by Cyd Converse

Wondering how to store strawberries? We’ll tell you how to make them last.

by Cyd Converse

Wondering how to make snickerdoodles? We have the delicious details!

by Cyd Converse

Learn how to make chilaquiles! This wonderful dish is great for breakfast or brunch, or even brinner!

by Cyd Converse

It’s your favorite thing at the state fair. Want to know how to make a funnel cake? We know how!

by Cyd Converse

Learn how to chop cilantro! It’ll add great flavor to your meals.

by Cyd Converse

Learn how to make Fettuccine Alfredo! You’ll feel like a rock star.

by Cyd Converse

Learn how to make crepes! They’re perfect for brunch or dessert!