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.
Quick and Easy Skillet Jam
Full disclosure: I don’t love to make jam. I know that as a food-loving mama who gets on board most…
Watermelon Mania
If you’re looking to make your kids something spectacular this week, look no further than your nearest watermelon. Not only…
All Fired Up
As you read this, we are preparing for our first camping trip of the summer. We’ve been impatiently waiting since…
S’more Fun in the Kitchen
It seems the food world is having a love affair with s’mores these days, and why shouldn’t they? They are…
On the Road Again
We began road tripping when the boys were quite young. Our first trip took us 8 hours away, and since…
Berry Yummy
While it did arrive a little late, berry season is finally here. Now that you’ve likely picked a few packs…
The Way the Cookie Crumbles: Chocolate Chip Cookies 4 Ways
The most requested snack in my house is definitely chocolate chip cookies. I think they’re a universally comforting food that…
Strawberry Milkshakes
My kids are not that fond of berries. My 11-year-old is getting better about eating them, but my nine-year-old can…
Jars for Thought
With all the bad news about plastic these days, Mason jars are enjoying a resurgence as one of the home…
Individual Crudité
Every busy mom needs a few quick and easy appetizers in her back pocket, don’t you think? IÂ first spotted these…