Olivia Peters | Romance Author
Contemporary Romance by Olivia Peters. A different kind of fairy tale
We’re celebrating Canada Day long weekend, so what better time to share some summer BBQ tips? Unfortunately, we currently have humidity that’s making it feel like 45+ degrees Celsius. I’ve always said you don’t need air conditioning at cottages because of the glorious lake breeze, but this weekend is making me reconsider. Continue reading “10 summer BBQ tips”
James is a dedicated barbecuer. When there is 5 feet of snow on the ground, he’s the guy outside shoveling a path to the barbecue. This means that quick, easy and grillable meals are staples in our house year round. My grilled prosciutto pizza fits the bill and is a lightened up version of our favourite comfort food. Continue reading “Grilled prosciutto pizza”
The first day of summer isn’t until June 21 this year, but it already feels like it’s in full swing in Toronto (not that I’m complaining!). It’s officially patio season and that means it’s the perfect time to start making my easy cucumber summer salad. Continue reading “Easy cucumber salad”
My relationship with food is evolving and I’ve learned to be okay with exactly where I’m at while knowing that I’ll continue to get better. When I have a meal plan (bonus if everything is prepped in advance), I have no problem following it, so today I’m sharing my top 10 meal prepping tips to ensure you eat well all week. Continue reading “10 meal prepping tips to ensure you eat well all week”
To welcome Buster’s foster brother, Frank, to our home, I made healthy, frozen dog treats. I’ve baked cookies for Buster in the past, but with the warmer weather (finally!) arriving, I opted to make a cool and sweet treat for the boys. Continue reading “Easy frozen dog treats”
There’s nothing better than your house smelling like freshly baked cookies (okay, maybe there are a few things. I’m a romance author after all). Finding healthier cookie recipes like my protein-packed peanut butter chocolate chip cookies that also taste amazing can be challenging. Many recipes containing refined sugar proclaim to be good for you, but it isn’t at the top of my health-conscious ingredient list. Continue reading “Protein-packed peanut butter chocolate chip cookies”
After asking for my very own donut pan for Christmas (yes, really), I’ve tried to make a few different types of donuts. The resounding winner of best donut coming out of my kitchen is bakery style banana bread donuts that are gluten free, vegan friendly and lightened up. Continue reading “Bakery style banana bread donuts (lightened up, gluten free and vegan friendly!)”