Hi, My name is Olivia and I started this blog in middle school with my dad. We wanted a big project that we could work together on, and we both love cooking and baking. So, we started Dad Loves to Cook. We hope that these recipes will help you connect with the other people in your kitchen as much as they help us.

My name is Karl, but around here, I go by dad. Cooking is a skill that I developed later in life. But, I have found that feeding friends and family is something that makes me happy. I love the way that people connect over a delicious meal. Good food opens the door for good communication.

This website helps me be intentional about the way that I am raising my daughter. I want to teach her the skills that I’ve learned. I want her to feel a sense of confidence when it comes to this life skill. And, I want to give her the memories of us building this blog together.

Olivia and I work together in the kitchen to develop the recipes, and then we write them up as a team. She writes her own commentary on these dishes. Admittedly, I still do most of the boring stuff.

Most of the recipes we make are simple. Some are frustrating. But, every one comes with a story, and hopefully some laughter. We hope that you will love these recipes as much as we do!