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.
A Week’s Worth of Halloween Dinner Recipes
A special Halloween dinner is a nice idea but October 31st is WAY too busy. These spooky recipes are perfect for meals leading up to the big night.
One-Pot Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Your family with come clamouring to the table for this creamy one-pot pumpkin pasta concoction that’s as short on cooking time as it is on ingredients
A Bucket List for October
Putting together an October Bucket List is an easy way to remind us to be thankful, enjoy the season, and stay active outside. Here are our favourite things to do in October…
10 Ultimate S’mores Recipes to Try This Summer
There’s still plenty of summer left to celebrate each and every day with this classic campfire dessert. Here’s 10 ooey gooey good s’mores recipes to enjoy…
No-Bake S’mores Squares
Easy to make in less than 30 minutes, with just five ingredients, you won’t find a simpler dessert than these s’mores squares to make this season.
S’mores Cookies
Not just for summer campfires! Chocolately with golden-brown melty marshmallows, these s’mores cookies are a decadent treat for any time of year.
6 Perfect Late Summer Birthday Cake Ideas
There’s nothing better than a summer birthday party! Here are 6 fun and fabulous summer birthday cake ideas.
13 Summer Snack Ideas
13 tasty and seasonal summer snack ideas that are guaranteed to be a hit with the kids.
How to Make an 8-Layer Ice Cream Cake
One of the simplest summer desserts around is also the most popular. This 8-layer ice cream cake is sure to impress!
3 Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat Salad
If eating greens for dinner is not your kids’ idea of a delicious meal, you’ll want to try these tips and tricks for getting your kids to eat salad. Let the lettuce love affair begin.