Olivia Potts

Olivia Potts (Livvy) is an award-winning food writer, baker, wedding caterer and author of A Half Baked Idea (2020). She’s taking part in two online events as part of Good Grief, both are free to attend during the festival.

• Grief at the Kitchen Table (2.30pm on Sat 31st October)
• The Dead Parent Club with Cariad Lloyd (5pm on Sat 31st October)

On the verge of a high-flying career as a criminal barrister, Livvy left her legal career behind at the age of 25 to study at Le Cordon Bleu, following the death of her mother. Livvy’s memoir has been described by British Vogue as, ‘A heart-wrenching yet humorous portrayal of grief, a delicious collection of recipes, an inspirational tale of changing careers, and a feel good love story.’