Welcome to The Food Memory Project!

“Food is our common ground, a universal experience.” -James Beard, chef and author

Is there anything more universal than food? Arguably more than anything else, food is an important and ever-present part of all of our lives. We may not agree on big issues like religion, politics, or college sports- but at the end of the day, everyone’s gotta eat.

Food is also an incredible storyteller that lets the world know who we are, where we’re from, and what we value. Think about the dishes your family eats on certain holidays, or the snacks you ate after school as a child, or even the most popular fast-food joints in your area. We can learn so much about each other just by observing what and how we eat.

That’s why we created The Food Memory Project. In times when people seem more divided and isolated than ever, our goal is to bring people together and focus on things that unite us. We may not be able to sit down and share a meal, but we can build stronger ties with our neighbors by sharing our memories of the foods that have shaped us.

However you found us, we’re so glad you did! We invite you to have a seat at our virtual table- there will always be plenty of space for everyone.

Here’s how you can get involved:

1. Share your favorite food memory here.
2. Invite your friends and family to share their memories.
3. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram so you don’t miss a thing!

We look forward to learning about your memories and sharing some of our own!

-Sarah and Lisa, co-founders of the Food Memory Project