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.

5 Ways to Have a Nutritious November

By Jan Scott / November 5, 2014

It’s time to buckle down and focus on having an incredibly nutritious November in an effort to prepare for the food and fun that’s coming next month. Here are our favourite nutritious and delicious cold weather meals, snacks, and meal planning tips for the whole family.

What Does a Pregnant Foodie Eat?

By Jan Scott / October 29, 2014

How do you stay well-fuelled over the long nine-month stretch while accomodating aversions, cravings, dietary challenges and nutrition requirements? Here’s a look at a foodie and food blogger’s pregnancy diet.

Low-Sugar Molasses Spiced Bat and Owl Cookies

Low-Sugar Molasses Spiced Bat and Owl Cookies

By Jan Scott / October 22, 2014

Makes a few dozen, depending on the size of the cookie cutter

Have a ‘Hoot’ Baking These Low-Sugar Halloween Treats with Your Kids

By Jan Scott / October 22, 2014

If you’re looking for a Halloween-inspired activity to do with your little ones, baking up a batch of these seasonal sweets is a guaranteed way to ensure you have a hoot with your kids.

Haunted Hand-Burgers

By Jan Scott / October 17, 2014

Makes 8 burgers

Mysterious Mice: The Easiest Indoor Halloween Decoration You Can Make

By Jan Scott / October 17, 2014

Here’s how to make your own collection of mysterious mice to add a little frightening festivity to your home this Halloween.

What Children Around the World Eat for Breakfast

By Jan Scott / October 15, 2014

What do your kids eat for breakfast? Would they eat millet-seed porridge, fermented soy beans, olives, dried meat or pickled eggs?

A Haunted Halloween Party

By Jan Scott / October 15, 2014

Thanksgiving Mad Libs

By Jan Scott / October 10, 2014

Enjoy a little friendly competition this Thanksgiving with family Mad Libs—sure to have everyone in stitches. Download our free printable to start the fun.

Extra-Crispy Cardamom Pear and Cranberry Crisp

Extra-Crispy Cardamom Pear and Cranberry Crisp

By Jan Scott / October 8, 2014

I’m officially calling this the easiest dessert I’ll make this Thanksgiving, and if you’re looking for something simple to add…