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.

Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Day 2015

By Jan Scott / May 13, 2015

Jamie Oliver has launched a global petition to fight for mandatory food education and is calling on all G20 countries to take action.

How to Make Paper Napkin Roses

By Jan Scott / May 8, 2015

How to fold roses from paper napkins—perfect for laying a beautiful table this Mother’s Day weekend.

A Build-Your-Own Scone Bar for Mother’s Day

By Jan Scott / May 6, 2015

Entertaining guests this Mother’s Day? Try our DIY scone bar for a Mother’s Day breakfast that’s easy, delicious, and entirely make-ahead.

Naturally Sweetened Herbal Iced Tea

Sweet Sips: Fruity Cocktails and Mocktails for Spring

By Jan Scott / May 1, 2015

Serve up one of these delicious bevvies this Mother’s Day.

Real Sweet

By Jan Scott / April 22, 2015

Our food editor reviews Shauna Sever’s new sweets cookbook, Real Sweet.

Big Batch of Beans

By Jan Scott / April 19, 2015

Makes 5 cups

Roasted Pork Shoulder

By Jan Scott / April 19, 2015

Serves 6-8

Marinated Grilled Chicken Breasts

By Jan Scott / April 19, 2015

Makes 12 pieces

Marcella Hazan’s Perfect Bolognese

By Jan Scott / April 19, 2015

Serves 6-8

10 Recipe Ideas for an Easy and Elegant Baby Shower

By Jan Scott / April 17, 2015

Hosting a baby shower this spring? Here are 10 of our favourite elegant baby shower recipes, perfect for impressing guests.