Jan Scott

Jan Scott Food Editor at SavvyMom
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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.

Toddler refuses to eat - SavvyMom

What to Do If Your Toddler Refuses to Eat?

By Jan Scott / January 18, 2024

What’s a concerned parent to do when their toddler refuses to eat dinner (or any other meal)?

Morning Glory muffins recipe - SavvyMom

Morning Glory Muffins

By Jan Scott / January 15, 2024

I’ve seen similar morning glory muffin recipes that swap the carrots for sweet potato, and apples for pears. Anything is possible.

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Keep the Romance Alive with Date Night In

By Jan Scott / January 8, 2024

It’s Date Night In! Give your ordinary, happy marriage a splash of spiciness and extra fun with these sweet and romantic at-home date night ideas.

8 Ways to Spruce Up Your Kitchen This Month

By Jan Scott / January 8, 2024

Does your kitchen need a good cleaning? Here are some tips on how to get started.

Easy Winter Recipes for the Family - SavvyMom

8 Easy Winter Recipes for the Family

By Jan Scott / January 1, 2024

With our resolutions in mind, these easy winter recipes for the family are healthy and budget-friendly, and sure to be new favourites for your fam.

Leftover Vegetable Strata Frittata

Leftover Vegetable Strata Frittata

By Jan Scott / December 24, 2023

Got leftover vegetables? Repurpose into a new meal the kids won’t turn their noses up at. This leftover vegetable strata frittata recipe is the ideal multi-purpose dish.

Indian Butter Chickpea Curry Recipe - SavvyMom

Indian Butter Chickpea Curry

By Jan Scott / December 20, 2023

This mild-tasting curry recipe is an excellent gateway to introducing bolder spices and global cuisines to your children. The meal…

Easy Homemade Cheddar Biscuits Recipe - SavvyMom

Easy Homemade Cheddar Biscuits

By Jan Scott / November 1, 2023

Muffins and cookies are easy to make, and good defaults when it comes to cooking with little ones. But these cheddar biscuits are even easier!

5 Things to Do with Pumpkins When Halloween Is Over

By Jan Scott / October 27, 2023

Wondering what to do with your pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns once Halloween is over? Here are 5 things to do with pumpkins to repurpose October’s hottest accessory into something new for November.

Honey Whole Wheat Pumpkin Loaf Recipe - SavvyMom

Honey Whole Wheat Pumpkin Loaf

By Jan Scott / October 23, 2023

This one-bowl, super healthy pumpkin loaf can be packed in the school lunchbox, served for a snack, and even gussied up for dessert. And did we mention it’s delicious?