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.

Roasted Strawberries

By Jan Scott / June 28, 2012

Our food editor is making these delicious roasted strawberries for her annual Canada Day party. Find out how to make them.

Berry Swirl Ice Pops

By Jan Scott / June 21, 2012

Cool off from the hot heat with these refreshing berry popsicles. Find the recipe here.

Food Blogging Mom of the Month

By Jan Scott / June 18, 2012

Our food editor Jan caught up with Liz from EmmaEats and here’s what she had to say.

Berry Swirl Ice Pops

By Jan Scott / June 18, 2012

8 Servings

Baseball Cupcakes

By Jan Scott / June 17, 2012

Serves 12

Lamb Sliders with Cucumber and Feta Sauce

By Jan Scott / June 14, 2012

Serves 4

Homemade Tzatziki

By Jan Scott / June 14, 2012

Serves 4

Disney to Restrict Junk Food Ads

By Jan Scott / June 14, 2012

Disney announces a new set of nutritional standards for advertised products.

Food Allergies Can Mean Social Isolation for Children

By Jan Scott / June 5, 2012

My children have many friends who suffer from a variety of food allergies, most of which are anaphylactic. They occasionally…

The One Bite Rule

By Jan Scott / May 31, 2012

Our food editor shares how she deals with picky eaters and it involves a one bite rule.