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.

Do You Let Your Child Open Presents at Their Birthday Party?

By Jan Scott / June 7, 2013

It’s been hard not to notice the popular new trend of children not opening their presents at their birthday party. What do you think of this idea?

The Fresh 20

By Jan Scott / June 5, 2013

A new book offers parents plenty of healthy solutions and easy preparation strategies designed to make mealtimes just a little easier.

Parties From the Pages

By Jan Scott / May 24, 2013

A list of some favourite children’s books that would make excellent party themes.

One Spice Blend for All Meats

By Jan Scott / May 22, 2013

This one creation can be used on so many of your summer meats.

Western-Inspired Birthday Cake

By Jan Scott / May 17, 2013

1 8” cake

5 Online Cooking Schools to Try

By Jan Scott / May 15, 2013

Thinking about taking an online culinary class? Here are five schools to consider.

Stamped Party Cups

By Jan Scott / May 15, 2013

Have you ever stamped and customized your party cups before? Jan shares how to do it.

Looking for Your Real-Life Parties

By Jan Scott / May 10, 2013

Share your birthday party ideas and you may get featured on SavvyMom!

Rhubarb Buttermilk Mini Muffins

By Jan Scott / May 3, 2013

These rhubarb buttermilk muffins have the perfect recipe to make in pint-size form.

Rhubarb Buttermilk Mini Muffins

By Jan Scott / May 2, 2013

Adapted from Canadian Living