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.
Mini Pumpkin Waffles for Baby and Toddler
These healthy Mini Pumpkin Waffles are easy to nibble and a perfect finger food for babies and toddlers.
3 Reasons to Keep a Dinner Party Diary
Keeping a journal of all family gatherings, birthdays, or dinner parties is a great way to keep track of recipe hits and misses, allergies, aversions, and special moments and memories.
The Autumn Apple Cider Stand
An autumn spin on the classic summer activity for kids, plus a recipe for Mini Muffin Tin Baked Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts.
How to Make Your Family’s Favourite Stuffing Even Better
How to make your family’s favourite stuffing even better, plus a recipe for a classic and simple sausage stuffing,
Best of the Bloggers’ Thanksgiving Recipes
When it comes to holiday entertaining, we know that what moms need most (besides a second set of hands) are no-fail recipes they can trust. So we polled our posse of Savvy Storytellers, aka the best mom bloggers around, and asked them to share their own Thanksgiving recipes.
Make Apples a Sweet Addition to Your Thanksgiving Celebration
Apples make a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving get-together, whether in the food, drinks, activities or décor—or all of the above! You can also celebrate the changing leaves and crisp fall days with an apple-inspired party that’s simple to put together. Invite family and friends to a local orchard for some apple picking, then head home for a seasonal feast that’s sure to tickle the taste buds of all your guests.
Healthy Cinnamon-Spiced Rice Cereal Treats
A healthy and seasonal spin on the classic crispy rice treat.
The Complete Guide to Making Homemade Baby Food
The tools you’ll need and three simple baby food recipes to get you and your baby started on the journey to solid food.
Simple Weeknight Supper: Apple Cider Pork Chops
Simple is best this September, and this hearty recipe for apple cider pork chops comes together with six ingredients and one pan.
The ABC’s of Birthdays
From gift giving to party games to celebration cakes, we have you covered when it comes to planning and attending any birthday party this year.