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.
What Time Does Trick or Treating Start?
Here are some tips to let you know when it’s a good time to start trick or treating (and when you should probably call it a night) this Halloween.
Party Game: Donut Eating on a String
When it comes to fun, cheap, and cheerful party games and treats, almost nothing can top the classic Donut Eating on a String
How to Assemble a Thrifty Thanksgiving Tablescape
Holiday décor is great, but we like to be selective since storage is always limited. This Thanksgiving, we’re turning to things we have around the house to make beautiful table-top décor.
Fun Games to Play This Thanksgiving Weekend
Food is always the focus of our Thanksgiving weekend, but planning games and outdoor activities for the kids always comes in at a close second. Here are three fun Thanksgiving games for kids.
7 Brilliant Hacks to Bump Up Your Boxed Cake Mix
Seven simple things you can do to make your boxed cake mix birthday cake taste like it came from an artisan bakery.
3 Fall-Inspired Birthday Party Ideas
These fall-inspired birthday party ideas are as sweet as they are simple… Happy birthday!!
Back-to-School Breakfast Crisp
When making dessert I realized the ingredients weren’t all that different than those in our favourite pancake mix. So why not make a breakfast crisp?
Easy Homemade Applesauce
Once autumn rolls around, I love to spend some time in the kitchen making this easy homemade applesauce for the cool months.
Yummy and Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latté Recipe
Show off your barista skills and impress your guests with your own homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte. This recipe will spoil you for the rest.
Easy Toddler Party Theme: Colour, Colour, and More Colour
When celebrating my toddler’s birthday, my plan was to make this (and every!) toddler party as simple as possible.