Jan Scott
Jan Scott is a well-known Canadian cookbook author, food writer, and the creator of Family Bites, a popular blog devoted to family-focused recipes and easy-to-execute entertaining and party ideas. She’s been the food editor for SavvyMom.ca since 2011, and has had essays and articles published in a variety of print and online publications. Prior to making the transition to food writing, she worked for a private catering company for eight years. Her first book, Gatherings: Bringing People Together with Food was shortlisted for the 2015 Taste Canada Food Writing Awards in the Best General Cookbook category. Jan lives in Toronto, with her husband and their three sons.
Wonton Lasagna Cups
The convenient toddler-sized single-serving portions of these wonton lasagna cups are perfect for small stomachs and packed lunches.
5 Sweet First Day of School Traditions to Start with Your Family
Say goodbye to summer and hello to a new school year with these 5 heart-warming back to school traditions.
Mini Cheeseburgers
These mini cheeseburgers are basically burger sliders with a bit of Canadian cheddar. They are perfect for your mini people and are a great party snack for appetites of all sizes.
Pink Lemonade Granita
Similar to a sno-cone, a granita is a frozen treat made from almost any sweetened liquid. We use one of the kids’ favourite drinks: pink lemonade.
Torch Cupcakes
These adorable torch cupcakes are perfect for any Olympic-themed party. This recipe makes 40 mini cupcakes.
3 Tips for Serving Cake and Ice Cream Like a Pro
Here are three fuss-free tips for serving cake and ice cream that will impress your guests and make your clean up a snap at any celebration.
10 Simple Ideas for an Awesome Backyard Birthday Party
If you need a little inspiration for planning a summer birthday party, here are a few great tips and some simple-to-execute ideas.
16 Summer Entertaining Hacks You Need to Know About
Here’s a list of our favourite summer entertaining hacks guaranteed to make your warm-weather soirée a smashing success.
Summer Birthday Party Idea: An Afternoon Ice Cream Party
An afternoon ice cream party is a great idea for a summer birthday party. It’s quick, easy, and won’t last all day (and cleaning up won’t take all night).
DIY Smoothie Packets
Smoothies make for beat-the-heat breakfasts and nutritious after-school snacks. These DIY smoothie packets save time and help you to blend up something at a moment’s notice.