FOSTERING CONNECTION

COOKING TOGETHER

If you’re spending more time with your loved ones, there is no better way to build bonds and memories than making a meal together. It’s an easy way to unplug and reconnect with each other. Cooking together is also the perfect way to teach kids skills like measuring, reading and following instructions while sharing time working toward a common goal — a good meal. And mealtime.

Other resources：
Family Meals And Fantasies Of Future Dinner Parties- NPR

VIRTUAL MEALS

Sometimes, phones at a dinner table make all the difference. In an era where nearly everyone has access to video chat capabilities, virtual dinners are a great way to spend time with the people you love the most. With the click of a button, we can be instantly connected – because being apart doesn’t mean you can’t eat together.

Other resources:
How cooking together (virtually) keeps my family connected- Today.com

CONVERSATION STARTERS

Talking is easy, but real conversation is an art. Sharing a meal is a great excuse to catch up and talk. It’s one of the rare times we can put aside our work and carve time from our busy schedules for what matters most. Here are some easy conversation starters to engage everyone at the table:

  • What was the best part of your day?
  • If you could have any superpower, which would you choose?
  • If you could pick your own name, what would it be?
  • If you could be an animal, what would you be and why?
  • If you could be a famous person for a week, who would you be and why?
  • What do you want to be when you grow up and why?
  • If you could have dinner with anyone (past or present), who would it be and why?
  • If you could travel back in time, where would you go?
  • What is something you want to learn how to do and why?
  • If you could pick any age and stay that age, how old would you be?

Other resources:
The Importance of Eating Together – The Atlantic