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.
The Smash Cake
Thinking of doing a smash cake for your baby or toddler’s birthday? Here are some things to consider.
A Simple Etiquette Guide to Hosting Baby and Wedding Showers
Shower season will soon be upon us. If you’re planning a special celebration for a future bride or mom-to-be, here are some suggestions for making the honouree happy—and keeping yourself sane.
A Secret Agent/Spy Birthday Cake
The best kids’s birthday party we’ve ever thrown? This secret agent/spy party. Here’s how to pull it off.
Insta-Inspiration: Favourite Foodie Instagrammers
If you’re looking for a little insta-inspiration in your life, here are a few of the Instagram accounts we stalk for constant inspiration.
How to Measure Wet and Dry Ingredients Properly
What’s the difference between wet and dry measuring cups, and does it matter?
DIY Rainbow Smocks
This budget-friendly DIY craft makes a perfect March Break activity or birthday party favour.
55 Toddler Birthday Party Themes
We’ve got 55 toddler birthday party themes, ideas and inspirations for a celebration that’s as fun and unique as your little tyke.
9 Popular PartySavvy Posts You Don’t Want to Miss
From food to loot bags to party planning and time-saving tricks, we’re looking back at some of our most essential birthday party ideas.
A Yearly Birthday Questionnaire
Kids say the cutest things, so we’ve started asking ours a few questions every year on their birthdays.
The New Baby Food Guidelines
A primer on how the baby food guidelines have changed in recent years, and thenew phenomenon in baby feeding: baby-led weaning.