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.
Camping-Themed Birthday Cake
If your kid loves the great outdoors, this campground-themed birthday cake is such a cute way to share that love with family and friends.
5 Ways to Use Up Your Easter Dinner Leftovers
If you had an Easter feast this past weekend, you likely have leftovers taking up space in your fridge. Here are 5 ideas for your Easter dinner leftovers.
Mini Turkey Meatball Bites
This toddler-friendly version packs a lot of protein into a tiny package that’s also laced with sweetness from shredded carrots and grated apples.
25 Toast Topping Ideas for Toddlers
25 flavourful toast topping inspirations to jazz up your morning meal, lunchtime eats, or midnight snack.
Coconut and Vanilla Bean Mini Cheesecake Nests
These Easter mini cheesecakes are loaded with cookie crumbs and coconut, perfect for serving after your big Easter feast.
Maple and Citrus Glazed Ham
There is nothing easier to serve to a large crowd than a baked ham. Make it a maple and citrus glazed ham and you’ll be a bigger star than the Easter Bunny!
Basic Irish Soda Bread Recipe
If you aren’t familiar with baking bread from scratch, this basic Irish soda bread is a great place to start.
Minty Pudding Pots – Little Pots of Chocolate Gold
This is a simple stove-top chocolate pudding, lightly infused with a little peppermint extract, and the green garnish makes this a completely acceptable St. Patrick’s Day snack.
8 Ways to Make Fruit and Veggies Fun at Your Next Kids’ Party
For everyday eating or for parties and celebrating, here’s how to make fruits and veggies look appetizing and fun for kids.
Vanilla Strawberry Pudding Pops
Pudding Pops were a staple when I was growing up so I stood in the kitchen with a bowl of vanilla pudding and package of Dixie Cups. I was immediately 10 years old again and I loved it.