High-Converting Holiday Post Ideas for Cooking

Running out of fresh ideas for holiday posts in your cooking community? These ready-to-use templates will help you spark festive conversations, invite members to share their traditions, and create a warm, inclusive atmosphere for every special occasion.

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Why This Works

Holiday posts tap into shared experiences and cultural moments, making your cooking community feel more connected and vibrant. Celebrating holidays together encourages members to reminisce, share recipes, and reveal personal stories, deepening their sense of belonging.

The festive and appreciative tone of holiday posts invites participation from all backgrounds, while encouraging respect for diverse traditions. By asking members to contribute their own celebrations or favorite memories, you inspire engagement and foster a positive, inclusive environment.

42 Ready-to-Use Templates

1

Happy Lunar New Year! What festive dish are you cooking to celebrate?

💡 Example: "Happy Lunar New Year! What festive dish are you cooking to celebrate?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #lunar new year #question
2

It's Thanksgiving week! Share your favorite side dish recipe or memory.

💡 Example: "It's Thanksgiving week! Share your favorite side dish recipe or memory."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #thanksgiving #memory
3

Diwali is here! What sweet treats light up your kitchen for the festival of lights?

💡 Example: "Diwali is here! What sweet treats light up your kitchen for the festival of lights?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #diwali #dessert
4

How do you make Christmas morning breakfast special in your home?

💡 Example: "How do you make Christmas morning breakfast special in your home?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #christmas #breakfast
5

Happy Hanukkah! What is your go-to latke topping?

💡 Example: "Happy Hanukkah! What is your go-to latke topping?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #hanukkah #latke
6

St Patrick's Day is coming up. Who has a favorite green dish to share?

💡 Example: "St Patrick's Day is coming up. Who has a favorite green dish to share?"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #st patrick #green food
7

Eid Mubarak! Which traditional foods do you prepare for Eid celebrations?

💡 Example: "Eid Mubarak! Which traditional foods do you prepare for Eid celebrations?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #eid #tradition
8

Do you have a favorite springtime holiday recipe? Tell us about it.

💡 Example: "Do you have a favorite springtime holiday recipe? Tell us about it."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #spring #recipe
9

Share a photo of your favorite festive dessert for the holidays.

💡 Example: "Share a photo of your favorite festive dessert for the holidays."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #dessert #photo
10

How do you adapt your traditional holiday recipes for dietary needs?

💡 Example: "How do you adapt your traditional holiday recipes for dietary needs?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #adaptation #diet
11

What does a perfect holiday meal look like in your family?

💡 Example: "What does a perfect holiday meal look like in your family?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #holiday meal #family
12

Do you have a cooking tradition for New Year's Eve? Share it with us.

💡 Example: "Do you have a cooking tradition for New Year's Eve? Share it with us."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #new year #tradition
13

What is the most unique holiday food you have ever tried?

💡 Example: "What is the most unique holiday food you have ever tried?"

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #unique #memory
14

Happy Easter! Who makes a special brunch or bake for the day?

💡 Example: "Happy Easter! Who makes a special brunch or bake for the day?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #easter #brunch
15

What is one ingredient you cannot live without during the holidays?

💡 Example: "What is one ingredient you cannot live without during the holidays?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #ingredient #holiday
16

Do you cook anything special to celebrate your country's national holiday?

💡 Example: "Do you cook anything special to celebrate your country's national holiday?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #national holiday #tradition
17

Share a story behind your family's favorite holiday dish.

💡 Example: "Share a story behind your family's favorite holiday dish."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #story #family
18

Do you follow any special cooking rituals on holidays?

💡 Example: "Do you follow any special cooking rituals on holidays?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #ritual #holiday
19

What's your go-to comfort food for the winter holidays?

💡 Example: "What's your go-to comfort food for the winter holidays?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #comfort food #winter
20

Do you decorate your dishes for festive occasions? Show us your creations.

💡 Example: "Do you decorate your dishes for festive occasions? Show us your creations."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #decorating #photo
21

Are there any holiday foods you disliked as a child but love now?

💡 Example: "Are there any holiday foods you disliked as a child but love now?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #memory #holiday
22

How do you include kids in your holiday cooking traditions?

💡 Example: "How do you include kids in your holiday cooking traditions?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #kids #tradition
23

What new dish will you try for the next holiday?

💡 Example: "What new dish will you try for the next holiday?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #new dish #future
24

Do you have a favorite holiday baking memory? Share it here.

💡 Example: "Do you have a favorite holiday baking memory? Share it here."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #baking #memory
25

Share a photo of your table set for a holiday meal.

💡 Example: "Share a photo of your table set for a holiday meal."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #photo #table
26

What is your must-have beverage for festive occasions?

💡 Example: "What is your must-have beverage for festive occasions?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #beverage #holiday
27

Do you like to cook for friends or family during holidays?

💡 Example: "Do you like to cook for friends or family during holidays?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #friends #family
28

What's your favorite holiday breakfast tradition?

💡 Example: "What's your favorite holiday breakfast tradition?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #breakfast #tradition
29

Does your family have a holiday dish that everyone looks forward to?

💡 Example: "Does your family have a holiday dish that everyone looks forward to?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #family #dish
30

Which holiday is your favorite to cook for and why?

💡 Example: "Which holiday is your favorite to cook for and why?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #favorite #holiday
31

Have you ever hosted a virtual holiday cooking party? Tell us how it went.

💡 Example: "Have you ever hosted a virtual holiday cooking party? Tell us how it went."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #virtual #party
32

What food reminds you most of childhood holiday celebrations?

💡 Example: "What food reminds you most of childhood holiday celebrations?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #childhood #memory
33

Share a quick tip for making holiday cooking less stressful.

💡 Example: "Share a quick tip for making holiday cooking less stressful."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #tip #stress
34

What is your favorite way to use leftovers after a holiday feast?

💡 Example: "What is your favorite way to use leftovers after a holiday feast?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #leftovers #tip
35

Do you have any family secret holiday recipes?

💡 Example: "Do you have any family secret holiday recipes?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Irregular #secret #recipe
36

What is one holiday food you have always wanted to learn to make?

💡 Example: "What is one holiday food you have always wanted to learn to make?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #learn #holiday
37

Do you celebrate holidays with a special breakfast, lunch, or dinner?

💡 Example: "Do you celebrate holidays with a special breakfast, lunch, or dinner?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #meal #holiday
38

Share your favorite vegetarian or vegan holiday dish.

💡 Example: "Share your favorite vegetarian or vegan holiday dish."

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #vegetarian #vegan
39

What is your go-to dish for potluck holiday gatherings?

💡 Example: "What is your go-to dish for potluck holiday gatherings?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Average #potluck #holiday
40

Do you use family recipes or try new ones for the holidays?

💡 Example: "Do you use family recipes or try new ones for the holidays?"

🟢 Low Engagement Barrier 👤 Lurker #family #new recipes
41

Show us your most colorful holiday dish.

💡 Example: "Show us your most colorful holiday dish."

🔴 High Engagement Barrier 👤 Top #colorful #photo
42

What is your favorite holiday food tradition from another culture?

💡 Example: "What is your favorite holiday food tradition from another culture?"

🟡 Medium Engagement Barrier 👤 Frequent #culture #tradition

How to Use These Templates

Choose templates that match upcoming holidays or seasonal events in your community's region. Personalize the message with your community's branding or by mentioning relevant cuisines. Post during peak times to maximize visibility, and pin or feature the thread to encourage ongoing participation. Respond to comments to keep the momentum going and show appreciation for every contribution.

Best Practices

  • Acknowledge a variety of holidays to include global members.
  • Encourage photo sharing for more engaging posts.
  • Be sensitive to dietary restrictions and cultural differences.
  • Use open-ended questions to invite stories, not just recipes.
  • Thank members for participating in each holiday thread.

All Platforms Tips

For all platforms, use engaging visuals like festive food photos or themed emojis to make your posts stand out. Keep your language simple and universal to ensure members from different backgrounds feel welcome. Schedule posts ahead of each holiday and consider using polls or stories for quick participation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose which holiday post template to use?

Pick templates that match the upcoming holidays in your region or those celebrated by your community. Rotate between different traditions to be inclusive.

Can I customize these templates for my community?

Yes, feel free to personalize the wording, add your community's name, or tweak the questions to fit your members' interests.

How often should I post holiday content?

Aim for key holidays relevant to your audience. Posting a few days before, during, and after a holiday keeps the conversation lively.

What if my community has members from different cultures?

Acknowledge a variety of holidays throughout the year. Invite members to share their own customs and be respectful of all traditions.

How can I encourage shy members to participate?

Use simpler, low-pressure questions or polls. Encourage photo sharing and thank members publicly for sharing their stories.

Should I use images or videos with these posts?

Visuals like festive photos or short clips can boost engagement, especially on platforms where images stand out.

What is the best way to follow up on holiday posts?

Respond to comments, highlight memorable stories, and consider featuring a roundup of top member contributions after the holiday.

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