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.
Baby Bolognese
Stuck with little picky eaters at home? Try this toddler recipe for spaghetti bolognese but made with orzo.
The 2011 Top 10 Canadian Recipe Searches on Google
Last week, Google released its annual zeitgeist list, and included in the analysis was a compilation of the most searched…
French Chocolate Bark
With less than a week until most of our holiday celebrations are officially underway, I’m happy to say that I…
The SavvyMom Holiday Potluck Lunch
Earlier this week, the SavvyMom staff held their annual holiday potluck lunch. This was my first year in attendance, and…
White Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Strawberries dipped in white chocolate make for a sweet way to display our national colours.
Maple-Glazed Salmon Lollipops
We love these fishy, plate-free treats with a hint of maple syrup—what could be more Canadian?
Homemade Marshmallows
Last Monday, at the weekly editorial meeting held at SavvyMom HQ, I snuck in a bag of homemade cinnamon marshmallows.…
Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows
Makes 40 one-inch marshmallows