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Send out ingredient kits or stipends in advance! For a cooking challenge, pick a simple dish with easily substitutable ingredients. Provide vegan, gluten-free options. The key is participation, not gourmet skill. Make it about fun, maybe share photos of the process/results.
Virtual coffee or tea tasting works well. Send a selection of different beans/leaves. You can hire a professional to guide the tasting or just have an informal chat about preferences. Lower pressure than cooking for some. And easy to accomodate preferences.
We did a 'decorate your cupcake/cookie' contest. Sent everyone plain baked goods and a decorating kit. People got super creative, it was hilarious, and very low stakes. The focus was on fun not culinary talent lol
For inclusivity, survey your team about dietary needs and preferences *before* planning anything. Offer non-alcoholic options for tastings. The goal is to make everyone feel comfortable and included, not put on the spot.
A 'show and tell' of favorite snacks from different cultures if you have a diverse team! People bring their favorite snack and explain what it is and why they like it. Sparks great conversation and learning. Very budget friendly too.
Consider a 'virtual potluck' where everyone makes or orders a dish they love and then you all eat 'together' on camera, sharing what you're having. It can be a nice, relaxed way to share a meal experience without the complexity of synchronized cooking. You could even theme it!
Keep it optional and at a reasonable time. Not everyone enjoys these activities, and forcing participation can be counterproductive. Make it clear it's a social event, not mandatory work.
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