Looking to spark more authentic conversations in your food community? Experience Share templates invite members to tell their stories, creating connections through real-life moments. Use these prompts to make sharing easy and engaging for everyone.
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Experience Share content taps into the universal power of storytelling. When members recount their own food journeys, traditions, or mishaps, it creates a sense of belonging and empathy. This type of sharing brings diverse perspectives to the surface, making your community richer and more welcoming.
Encouraging personal storytelling not only boosts engagement but also helps members see themselves in each other's experiences. In food communities, where memories and culture are so often tied to meals, these prompts foster deeper, more meaningful connections. Sharing stories can also spark inspiration and learning among members, making your space more valuable to everyone.
What is a dish that reminds you of home? Share your story.
💡 Example: "A dish that reminds me of home is my mom's lasagna. Every birthday, she made it from scratch."
Tell us about the first recipe you ever tried to cook. How did it go?
💡 Example: "The first recipe I tried was pancakes. I burned half of them but loved every minute."
Have you ever had a kitchen disaster? What happened?
💡 Example: "Once I mistook salt for sugar in a cake recipe. The result was inedible but hilarious."
Share a food tradition from your family or culture.
💡 Example: "Every New Year's Eve, we eat 12 grapes at midnight for good luck."
What food do you crave when you are celebrating?
💡 Example: "I always crave chocolate cake on my birthday."
Describe your go-to comfort food and why it matters to you.
💡 Example: "My comfort food is chicken soup. It reminds me of being cared for when sick."
What is a meal you learned from someone special? Share their story.
💡 Example: "My grandmother taught me her apple pie recipe. She always baked it for holidays."
Have you ever tried a food you thought you would hate but ended up loving?
💡 Example: "I thought I'd hate sushi but now it's one of my favorite meals."
Share your most memorable meal out at a restaurant. What made it special?
💡 Example: "My anniversary dinner at a rooftop restaurant was unforgettable."
Tell us about a time you cooked for someone else. How did it go?
💡 Example: "I cooked dinner for my partner's birthday. They loved it even though I was so nervous."
What food do you associate with childhood? Why?
💡 Example: "Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches always take me back to school lunch."
Share a time you discovered a new ingredient or spice. What did you make?
💡 Example: "I tried sumac in a salad and loved the citrusy flavor."
What is your favorite seasonal dish? Tell us why you look forward to it.
💡 Example: "Pumpkin bread is my favorite fall treat."
Have you ever recreated a restaurant dish at home? Share your experience.
💡 Example: "I tried to make ramen at home after loving it at a local spot."
Was there a food you disliked as a kid but now enjoy? What changed?
💡 Example: "I used to hate olives, but now I add them to salads all the time."
Share a funny or unexpected food story from your travels.
💡 Example: "In Spain, I accidentally ordered squid ink pasta and loved it."
Who is your food hero? How did they inspire you?
💡 Example: "My aunt inspired me to bake. Her cakes are legendary in our family."
What is a food you wish more people would try? Why?
💡 Example: "I wish more people would try jackfruit tacos. They are delicious and filling."
Describe your best potluck experience. What did you bring?
💡 Example: "At our office potluck, I brought homemade guacamole and it was a hit."
Have you ever bonded with someone over a meal? Tell us how.
💡 Example: "I became best friends with my college roommate over late night pizza."
What was your biggest cooking fail? What did you learn?
💡 Example: "I burned rice so badly it turned the pot black. Now I use a timer every time."
Share a dish you make for special occasions. Why did you choose it?
💡 Example: "I bake carrot cake for every family birthday because it's my mom's favorite."
Was there a food trend you tried? Did you like it?
💡 Example: "I tried dalgona coffee during quarantine and it was fun to make."
What is your favorite comfort snack and why?
💡 Example: "My favorite comfort snack is buttered popcorn."
Share your go-to meal for busy days. How did you come up with it?
💡 Example: "I rely on stir-fry with frozen veggies when I'm short on time."
Tell us about a family recipe that has been passed down to you.
💡 Example: "Our family chili recipe has been handed down for three generations."
What is the most unusual food you have ever tried? Would you eat it again?
💡 Example: "I tried fried crickets in Thailand. Surprisingly tasty, but not my go-to."
Have you ever cooked with someone from a different culture? What did you learn?
💡 Example: "My neighbor taught me to make dumplings. I learned a lot about her family's traditions."
Share a moment when food brought people together for you.
💡 Example: "Our block's annual BBQ always brings the whole neighborhood together."
What is the first thing you ever baked? How did it turn out?
💡 Example: "The first thing I baked was brownies. They were a bit hard but delicious."
Describe a time you surprised yourself with your cooking or baking skills.
💡 Example: "I made homemade bread and it actually rose perfectly."
What is a food you associate with a particular holiday? Tell us why.
💡 Example: "For me, latkes always mean Hanukkah."
Have you ever taught someone to cook or bake? What did you show them?
💡 Example: "I taught my little brother how to scramble eggs."
Share a story about a food you tried while traveling.
💡 Example: "I tried gelato for the first time in Italy. It was so creamy and rich."
What is a meal you look forward to every year? Why?
💡 Example: "I look forward to Thanksgiving dinner every year for the stuffing."
Tell us about a food memory that still makes you smile.
💡 Example: "Making cookies with my kids always puts a smile on my face."
Was there a time when you cooked for a big group? How did it go?
💡 Example: "I cooked chili for 20 people at a charity event. It was hectic but fun."
Share a time food helped you make a new friend.
💡 Example: "I bonded with my neighbor over homemade bread deliveries during lockdown."
What is your favorite food to share with others? Why?
💡 Example: "I love sharing homemade cookies because they bring people together."
Tell us about a food you eat for good luck or celebration.
💡 Example: "We eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day for good luck."
Describe a meal that changed your perspective on food.
💡 Example: "A vegan tasting menu opened my mind to new flavors and textures."
What cooking advice would you give your younger self?
💡 Example: "Don't be afraid to make mistakes. Cooking is all about learning."
Pick a template that fits your community's vibe and post it as a standalone thread or inside regular discussions. Encourage responses by sharing your own story first, and tag or mention members who might have unique experiences. Rotate topics weekly or monthly to keep things fresh, and consider pinning popular prompts for ongoing participation.
For all platforms, post prompts in a consistent format and at regular intervals. Use polls or hashtags to increase visibility. Encourage multimedia replies where possible, and highlight member stories in newsletters or pinned posts for extra recognition.
Aim for once a week or every other week. This keeps the format fresh and encourages regular participation.
Lead by example and share your own story first. Make prompts broad and welcoming so everyone feels included.
Absolutely. Adapt the wording to fit your community's focus, whether it's vegan, gluten-free, or based around a regional cuisine.
Ask follow-up questions in the comments and acknowledge each member's story. This shows appreciation and invites deeper discussion.
Yes. They work well at all scales. In larger communities, consider using hashtags or threads to organize responses.
Both work well. Adding a relevant image can boost engagement, but text-only prompts are effective and inclusive for everyone.
Feature select stories in a weekly roundup, pin them to your group, or share them in your newsletter with the member's permission.