743/1 - Wahshi ibn Harb (may Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Prophet’s Companions said: “O Messenger of Allah, we eat and do not feel satisfied.” He said: “Perhaps you eat individually.” They said: ‘Yes.’ He said: “Get together over food and mention the name of Allah, and it will be blessed for you.” [Narrated by Abu Dāwūd]
1) It is recommended for a group of people to eat from one bowl, if possible, for this will bring blessing to their food.
2) Mentioning the name of Allah upon eating brings blessing. Indeed, when the name of Allah is mentioned upon anything little, it increases, and upon anything hard, it becomes easy.