As a parent, I sometimes resort to a bit of creative storytelling. These aren’t malicious lies, just harmless fabrications aimed at getting my kids to expand their culinary horizons. Dinner time often turns into a battlefield, with my partner, Jamie, and I frequently surrendering to the comforting familiarity of mac and cheese. Some of my fibs are a bit desperate, others are downright silly, and a few are just plain ridiculous. But in the chaos of feeding young children, a 20% success rate feels like a victory. Here are some of the over-the-top tales I’ve spun in the hopes of getting them to try something new. You can decide for yourself if any of them worked!
- Fairies adore broccoli; that’s how they maintain their shimmering wings.
- Eating this will help you grow taller—soon you’ll be able to dunk a basketball!
- Want to hear what happened to your imaginary brother who refused to eat his peas? Kid: “I don’t have a brother.” Me: “Exactly.”
- Every top Pokémon trainer fuels up on bean burritos. Trust me, I once was one.
- I devour a pound of Brussels sprouts daily to keep my strength up.
- I had a chat with a famous princess who said she can’t get enough Hawaiian pizza. It makes her smile!
- Jamie’s casserole is the most delicious dish I’ve ever tasted—seriously.
- Eating this will give you the courage to face any monster under your bed.
- There are strict laws here about not trying your mom’s enchiladas. I wouldn’t want you to get into trouble!
- This baked chicken tastes a bit like boogers, and you love boogers, right?
- Eating that broccoli will give you superpowers, including impressive fart abilities!
- No, it’s not a casserole; it’s a secret candy dish. Just taste it!
- Ever tried oatmeal cake? It looks like oatmeal, but it’s actually cake. What a revelation!
- Only children who eat apples get visits from fairy godmothers. It’s a fact, I swear!
- Steve from Minecraft told me he’s a huge fan of baked ham—so you should be too.
- It may look like rice, but I promise it’s mac and cheese. Just give it a shot.
- Those aren’t green beans; they’re magic wands that grant you powers over your sibling.
- Have I ever told you a lie?
I’ve shared plenty of other whoppers too, and I bet you have as well (or at least I hope you have!). What’s your favorite fib to get your kids to try a new food? No judgment here!
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In summary, as parents, we often resort to playful exaggeration to encourage our children to embrace new foods. From magical tales of princesses to the whimsical world of Pokémon, these light-hearted lies may just help turn mealtime struggles into a more enjoyable experience.