Sarah Copeland has been named food director for Real Simple. Copeland is a veteran of the food journalism industry, having contributed to magazines such as Saveur, Food & Wine, and Everyday with Rachael Ray for the past 10 years. She is also a published author and the creator of Edible Living, a food blog.

“Sarah has a diverse food background and an invaluable understanding of how to deliver recipes and know-how across all platforms, from TV to cookbooks to blogs,” said Real Simple managing editor, Kristin van Ogtrop, in a statement. “We admire her simple yet sophisticated approach to food and think she will bring fresh ideas and life-improving solutions to the Real Simple consumer.”

Copeland begins at Real Simple December 3.