Tired of quiet moments in your cooking community? Our This or That templates make it simple to spark lively conversations and get everyone participating. These ready-made prompts help you create a fun, interactive atmosphere in seconds.
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This or That questions tap into our natural instinct to choose sides, making it almost irresistible for members to share their preference. The low-pressure format encourages even the shyest members to jump in because there are no wrong answers and minimal effort is required.
For cooking communities, food choices are relatable and personal, bringing out memories, opinions, and humor. These bite-sized prompts foster a sense of belonging by highlighting both differences and shared tastes, which helps build rapport and community connection. They also create a loop of quick interactions that generate more visibility and energy within the group.
Pancakes or waffles, which would you pick for breakfast?
💡 Example: "Pancakes or waffles, which would you pick for breakfast?"
Spicy food or mild food, what do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Spicy food or mild food, what do you prefer?"
Cook at home or order takeout, what is your go-to?
💡 Example: "Cook at home or order takeout, what is your go-to?"
Baking or grilling, which do you enjoy more?
💡 Example: "Baking or grilling, which do you enjoy more?"
Sweet snacks or salty snacks, which wins for you?
💡 Example: "Sweet snacks or salty snacks, which wins for you?"
Chop by hand or use a food processor, what is your style?
💡 Example: "Chop by hand or use a food processor, what is your style?"
Tomato sauce or cream sauce for pasta?
💡 Example: "Tomato sauce or cream sauce for pasta?"
Dine alone or cook with friends, which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Dine alone or cook with friends, which do you prefer?"
Eat dessert first or save it for last?
💡 Example: "Eat dessert first or save it for last?"
Chili with beans or without beans?
💡 Example: "Chili with beans or without beans?"
Homemade bread or bakery bread, which do you love more?
💡 Example: "Homemade bread or bakery bread, which do you love more?"
Fruit salad or veggie salad, which would you choose?
💡 Example: "Fruit salad or veggie salad, which would you choose?"
Ice cream cone or ice cream in a bowl?
💡 Example: "Ice cream cone or ice cream in a bowl?"
Chop onions or peel garlic, which do you dislike more?
💡 Example: "Chop onions or peel garlic, which do you dislike more?"
Tacos or burritos, what is your pick?
💡 Example: "Tacos or burritos, what is your pick?"
Soup or salad to start your meal?
💡 Example: "Soup or salad to start your meal?"
Crispy fries or soft fries, which side are you on?
💡 Example: "Crispy fries or soft fries, which side are you on?"
Meal prep on Sunday or nightly cooking, what is your routine?
💡 Example: "Meal prep on Sunday or nightly cooking, what is your routine?"
Eat leftovers or make something new?
💡 Example: "Eat leftovers or make something new?"
Stainless steel pans or nonstick pans?
💡 Example: "Stainless steel pans or nonstick pans?"
Hot coffee or iced coffee, which do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Hot coffee or iced coffee, which do you prefer?"
Breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast?
💡 Example: "Breakfast for dinner or dinner for breakfast?"
Homemade pizza or delivery pizza?
💡 Example: "Homemade pizza or delivery pizza?"
Chili flakes or black pepper for heat?
💡 Example: "Chili flakes or black pepper for heat?"
Marinara or pesto on your pasta?
💡 Example: "Marinara or pesto on your pasta?"
Instant pot or slow cooker?
💡 Example: "Instant pot or slow cooker?"
Chocolate chip cookies or oatmeal raisin?
💡 Example: "Chocolate chip cookies or oatmeal raisin?"
Salty popcorn or sweet popcorn for movie night?
💡 Example: "Salty popcorn or sweet popcorn for movie night?"
Avocado toast or classic buttered toast?
💡 Example: "Avocado toast or classic buttered toast?"
Meal in a bowl or on a plate?
💡 Example: "Meal in a bowl or on a plate?"
Fresh herbs or dried herbs?
💡 Example: "Fresh herbs or dried herbs?"
Invite friends over or keep meals private?
💡 Example: "Invite friends over or keep meals private?"
Sharp cheddar or mozzarella on your sandwich?
💡 Example: "Sharp cheddar or mozzarella on your sandwich?"
Cook by recipe or freestyle?
💡 Example: "Cook by recipe or freestyle?"
Mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes?
💡 Example: "Mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes?"
Glass of water or sparkling water with meals?
💡 Example: "Glass of water or sparkling water with meals?"
Veggie burger or beef burger?
💡 Example: "Veggie burger or beef burger?"
Big breakfast or light breakfast?
💡 Example: "Big breakfast or light breakfast?"
Chop veggies yourself or buy pre-chopped?
💡 Example: "Chop veggies yourself or buy pre-chopped?"
Smoothies or juices for a quick drink?
💡 Example: "Smoothies or juices for a quick drink?"
Try a new recipe or stick to a classic?
💡 Example: "Try a new recipe or stick to a classic?"
Pick a template and post it as a stand-alone question or add it to your daily or weekly engagement routine. Encourage members to pick a side and, if you like, ask them to share why they chose it. Use images or emojis to boost visual interest. Rotate topics to keep things fresh and invite volunteer members to suggest their own This or That ideas. Review responses and reply to some to keep the conversation going.
These This or That templates are designed for all platforms. For forums, use bold or emoji to highlight the options. On social media, add a poll or simple image for visual impact. In group chats, post during active hours for more responses. Always follow up with a thank you or highlight interesting answers to foster ongoing conversation.
Highlighting classic culinary techniques in your This or That posts—such as 'Sous Vide vs. Grilling' or 'Pan-Frying vs. Oven-Baking'—encourages members to share their personal experiences and preferences, often resulting in lively discussions. Pose thoughtful follow-up questions, ask for favorite recipes or results, and tag members who are known for expertise in specific methods to drive engagement.
To engage cooks with dietary restrictions, focus on alternative ingredients that are popular within those communities. Posts like 'Quinoa vs. Cauliflower Rice' for gluten-free members or 'Tofu vs. Chickpea' for plant-based eaters resonate well. Consider rotating your This or That topics to spotlight various dietary niches, and encourage members to share recipe tips or substitution hacks.
Divisive topics like 'Pineapple on Pizza' can boost participation but may also spark heated debate. Use humor, set clear guidelines for respectful conversation, and occasionally feature moderator perspectives to keep the tone light. Remind members that all tastes are valid and encourage sharing of stories or creative uses for controversial ingredients.
Segmenting your templates for different experience levels (e.g., 'Precision Plating vs. Rustic Presentation' for professionals vs. 'Quick Weeknight Meals vs. Weekend Projects' for home cooks) can enhance relevance and engagement. Use analytics or polls to identify your community’s primary audience and tailor your posts accordingly.
Leverage seasonal ingredients and trends to make your This or That posts timely and relatable. For example, in autumn, ask 'Pumpkin Spice vs. Apple Cinnamon' or during summer, 'Grilled Corn vs. Fresh Tomato Salad.' These posts tap into current cravings and inspire members to share what’s in their kitchens, increasing participation.
Turn common cooking challenges into This or That scenarios—such as 'Nonstick Pan vs. Cast Iron for Eggs'—to crowdsource tips and tricks. Encourage members to explain their choices and share troubleshooting advice. This turns everyday dilemmas into learning opportunities, building expertise and camaraderie within your cooking community.
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