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.
7 Essential Table Manners for Kids
Lessons on manners are never over—you may find your kids need reminders. Here are 7 essential table manners for kids.
Spring Cleaning the Kitchen: 6 Things Most People Forget to Do
There are a few hidden things that could use a once-a-year scrub. Here’s what you’re probably missing when spring cleaning the kitchen…
Sweet Sugar Cookie Pizza with Fruit Toppings
This ‘pizza’ is really a giant sugar cookie smeared with a cream cheese sauce and decorated with various fruits. Cookie pizza is perfect for potlucks and parties.
Kale Colcannon Recipe
What even is Kale Colcannon?! This colcannon recipe is a traditional Irish dish, typically made by incorporating cabbage or kale into mashed potatoes.
6 Creative Uses for Leftover Mashed Potatoes
These ideas are so tasty it’s worth making more potatoes than you need whenever you’re making them. Here are six creative uses for leftover mashed potatoes.
Baked Birthday Cake Donuts
If your kid isn’t a huge fan of traditional cakes, why not give these delicious and adorable birthday cake donuts a go?
7 Ways to Not Hate Valentine’s Day
Let’s reclaim February 14 from all expectations, and make it a day of showing love to everyone special in our lives instead. Here’s how not to hate Valentine’s Day.
How to Make a Heart-Shaped Cake
Here’s how to make a heart-shaped cake using only two standard cake pans and our easiest chocolate cake recipe ever.
How to Make a Football Cake (Without Using a Specialty Pan)
Knowing how to make a football cake without a fancy pan can be a beneficial skill. I’ve made one for birthday parties, school events, and a Super Bowl party…
Savvy Super Bowl Snacks
If you’re looking for some lighter fare for your football fanatics, here are a few savvy Super Bowl snacks you’ll feel good about serving.