New product announcements

[chefann]

Since we're less than 3 weeks from Leadership, I thought I'd start this thread. Post your ideas here of what you think will be new spring products. Not necessarily a wish list, but what you realistically think will be added to the catalog. Remember, too, that it's the SPRING catalog - it's unlikely that there will be items related to soup and comfort foods, but very likely that there will be things for outdoor entertaining.

I'm always amazed at what HO adds. Just when I think we've got everything covered, they introduce something new.


My picks:
KEEP the cranberry and white striped towels. Why else would the tablecloth and apron be a January incentive?
plastic tumblers to match the outdoor party plates and cutlery
Woven Selections picnic basket
some new Chillzanne piece, even if it's just the bowl from the sectional server available separately
HWC: host-only SA vase or serving piece

[wadesgirl]

Cookbook Stand
Spice Rack

These are the two items that would make sense to add.

I am exited to see what they are going to add, cannot wait!

[ChefBeckyD]

I know it's not supposed to be a wish list - but what if that Woven Picnic Basket had special pockets for the outdoor party plates and flatware?
Now that the SA is being shown and promoted not just as serving pieces, but also as dinnerware - S&P shakers, Butter Dish, Sugar & Creamer......makes sense with the Bridal Registry, and coming into the big Bridal Season...


And I'm excited because I earned all of the levels!!! And $$ in December - so if there is anything I want more of, I won't have to spend cash! Whoo Hooo!!!

Quick - someone get me away from the exclamation point key!!!!!!

[chefann]

Yeah- someone take Becky's !/1 key off her keyboard!

Really, though, Becky, I was actually picturing a liner or elastics in a picnic basket to hold plates and flatware. That's just scary that you thought the same thing.

I do have a very slight advantage on 1 product - I was one of the consultants who received a potential product survey several months ago. It included pics of one of the items I mentioned - we'll see if it ends up in the catalog. ;)

Wish list-type items:
SA teapot or tea-for-one set
SA accessories (sugar bowl, creamer, S&P shakers, gravy boat)
SS teakettle
pot rack/spice rack/cookbook holder
Woven Selections medium square bowl - the piece that was a consultant incentive a couple of years ago. That piece is the PERFECT size for napkins!
Seasoning gift set
Tea/coffee/cocoa

[wadesgirl]

Yeah- someone take Becky's !/1 key off her keyboard!

Really, though, Becky, I was actually picturing a liner or elastics in a picnic basket to hold plates and flatware. That's just scary that you thought the same thing.

I do have a very slight advantage on 1 product - I was one of the consultants who received a potential product survey several months ago. It included pics of one of the items I mentioned - we'll see if it ends up in the catalog. ;)

Wish list-type items:
SA teapot or tea-for-one set
SA accessories (sugar bowl, creamer, S&P shakers, gravy boat)
SS teakettle
pot rack/spice rack/cookbook holder
Woven Selections medium square bowl - the piece that was a consultant incentive a couple of years ago. That piece is the PERFECT size for napkins!
Seasoning gift set
Tea/coffee/cocoa

I got the same survey. One of the products has been something customer have been asking for so I hope they include it!

[ChefBeckyD]

Yeah- someone take Becky's !/1 key off her keyboard!

Really, though, Becky, I was actually picturing a liner or elastics in a picnic basket to hold plates and flatware. That's just scary that you thought the same thing.

I do have a very slight advantage on 1 product - I was one of the consultants who received a potential product survey several months ago. It included pics of one of the items I mentioned - we'll see if it ends up in the catalog. ;)

Wish list-type items:
SA teapot or tea-for-one set
SA accessories (sugar bowl, creamer, S&P shakers, gravy boat)
SS teakettle
pot rack/spice rack/cookbook holder
Woven Selections medium square bowl - the piece that was a consultant incentive a couple of years ago. That piece is the PERFECT size for napkins!
Seasoning gift set
Tea/coffee/cocoa


Not scary at all - just proves that adage - "great minds think alike" or maybe we can just say that we're smarter than the average bear.:D (get it - Yogi...picnic baskets.....okay, it's a stretch.:balloon: )



And I want that woven medium basket so badly. That was offered the year I had just had Micah, so couldn't go to conference....

[finley1991]

Well... they did mention something "green" a while back.... I have been wondering what that might be.

[pamperedalf]

I signed up right after that conference.

I think we will get:
Small Santuko
New additions to the Dots
A new cookware piece open stock
Other than that I am baffled!

[janetupnorth]

I like the vase for HWC, something even classier.

I wish we had a "lettuce knife" not just a pink one this upcoming season. That would be a nice spring add-on.

I didn't earn the free product in November, but I earned my heart dish last night and am saving money for spring samples. :)

I think the picnic basket and outdoor stuff would be great...maybe calmer colors...the khaki will blend well...

Tea kettle has still been high on the wishlist.

I think maybe they'll add more to the cookware since the professional is going away.

[chefann]

Oh, that's right, Colleen! I forgot about the green item from Sell a Thon!

(uh-oh. Looks like someone has to take my !/1 key, too.)

hmmm.... green would work for cups to match the plates/flatware.

[amy07]

I'll take whatever they come out with, but I NEED a can strainer to fit larger cans, especially tuna:o

[DebbieJ]

For the can strainer to fit tuna, you turn it over and press in.

We NEED a steamer basket for cookware available open stock.

[amy07]

i'm talking about the large cans of tuna

[finley1991]

The old masher works great for that.

[chefann]

Actually, so does the small colander from the colander/bowl set.

[Boomerjojo]

I would like to see a wood block for the knives! So many of my customers tell me that they would buy the knives if they had a nice bock to put them in.

[janetupnorth]

I would like to see a wood block for the knives! So many of my customers tell me that they would buy the knives if they had a nice bock to put them in.

PC used to, still have mine, still use it...that is a common request and on almost every product thread...

I am personally now leaning toward a carrying case for them...or both even!

[chefjwr]

6 Qt. Exec. stock pot

[whiteyteresa]

I saw the woven selection for the bowls at my directors house and I love it - I wish that would come out for us to buy

I wish they would bring out a lid for the Salad/Berry Spinner. They people who ordered the spinner from me ask if there is a lid that fits it and I say I don't think so.

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[Chef Kearns]

Cookbook holder
Mix & Masher and Mix & Chop on different pages!


It's so hard to think of stuff because we already offer so much awesome product! You are not going to be able to disable our !!/11 key. You know how excited we get over this stuff, girl!!

[letscook04]

I think it will be Green scrapers and matching towels. They are always changing the colors on the scrapers. :p

[RebelChef]

I would like to see a wood block for the knives! So many of my customers tell me that they would buy the knives if they had a nice bock to put them in.

Sorry to hijack but that reminded me of an incident. My recruit recently cut herself with a kitchen knife and had to go to the doctor because it had gotten infected within hours. The first thing the doctor asked her was if her knives were kept in a block. When she told him yes, he said that the blocks harbor all kinds of bacteria and this was a common occurence.

I have a rack instead. It's wooden and stands alone but the bottom isn't closed in. The knives hang in slots. Makes me scared of blocks now. :eek:

[JAE]

Sorry to hijack but that reminded me of an incident. My recruit recently cut herself with a kitchen knife and had to go to the doctor because it had gotten infected within hours. The first thing the doctor asked her was if her knives were kept in a block. When she told him yes, he said that the blocks harbor all kinds of bacteria and this was a common occurence.

I have a rack instead. It's wooden and stands alone but the bottom isn't closed in. The knives hang in slots. Makes me scared of blocks now. :eek:
Eeww, that's gross. I use the old PC block and knives all the time.

I'm thinking the scrapers will be green, and/or another green knife will be added.
Hoping for a serving spoon for the trifle bowl.
Do they ever add stones in the spring? I'm looking forward to a rectangle stone with handles.
Also, I'd just like a boat load of new recipes specifically developed for great demos: easy, fast, but using a lot of (high priced) tools. I would like to use the citrus press, microplane grater, ultimate mandolin, chef's/santoku knife, cutting board, pastry mat and a stone all for one great recipe with normal ingredients. Add to that an even simpler recipe (five ingredients or less and no baking) to make while that one is cooking. I don't want much!

[erinyourpclady]

I got the same survey. One of the products has been something customer have been asking for so I hope they include it!

I was one of the chosen too as well but I can't remmeber what I got so excited about! LOL!!!

I just want some new SA...I am tired of multi colored scrapers.
I LOVE the blue plastic cups from a few years ago so cups would be great!

[dannyzmom]

I would like to see:
*the medium woven...i think it'd sell like hot-cakes
*outdoor party plates in better colors...ditto utensils
*a well-thought-out knife holding system
*more open stock cookware
*outdoor serving tray
* SA completer set - like s&p, etc
*SA medium squares in clear glass
*lettuce knife
*rect stone w/handles
*butter bell
*garlic storage
*SA kitchen cannisters ( flour sugar etc)
* brushed stainess TTA
* serving spoon for Trifle Bowl
* woven tray to hold the Lg Bar Pan...with fold-down legs so it could double as a bed-tray - maybe it could even fit the double burner griddle!
* a better FR program

[chefann]

Ooh, Carolyn! You've put some thought into that list!

I keep asking for a butter bell, too. But a Woven Selections tray that doubles as a bed tray is GENIUS!

[ChefBeckyD]

Ooh, Carolyn! You've put some thought into that list!

I keep asking for a butter bell, too. But a Woven Selections tray that doubles as a bed tray is GENIUS!


That is a good one!

And, do you remember at Conference, when they came out to do the new product announcements, and everyone saw the brushed SS kitchen canisters on the kitchen counter, and went wild.....and then they were just props.....I keep thinking it would be nice if they showed up for the S/S catalog!

[pamperedposey]

I would like a woven that holds the large bar pan. I made warm nutty caramel brownies for my hubby's work and wished that I had something nice to put under the bar pan. I didn't want to send a platter for fear that it would come home broken.

I think that the new color could be blue. My MIL told me that is "the color" for 2008. The "green item" could be another color coated knife. I think they are trying to throw us off. They just had green (microfibers, dots towels, scraper, etc).

I'm so excited about Leadership!! Soon we won't be guessing!

[dannyzmom]

I'm so excited about Leadership!! Soon we won't be guessing!

Ok - once again, I won't be able to make it to Leadership - this is such a hard time of year for us...
anyway - who's going to call me!?!?!?!?!!?

[chefann]

Here's a color sheet with the trendy colors for spring.

[pamperedposey]

I'll call you!! You deserve to know with the rest of us. I'm so sorry that you won't be able to make it. :(

We tell our teams that if they call us with good news about their business (show booked, recruit lead, etc) we will give them a little info. You can still do that with your team and they will wonder how you got the inside scoop!

[pamperedposey]

Here's a color sheet with the trendy colors for spring.

Um, not so crazy about those blues. Who new they would have 2 different colors of black "in" this year. :eek: How funny!

[chefann]

Carolyn, I still have your number in my cell phone from last year. I'll try to give you a call, too.

[dannyzmom]

Carolyn, I still have your number in my cell phone from last year. I'll try to give you a call, too.

Thanks Ann! I just PM'd it to Cindy as well...and I am pretty sure Beth still has it in her cell phone...

[finley1991]

For all of the items everyone is really hoping for, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE log onto Consultant's Corner and under HO e-mails, list them in the product suggestions link! HO DOES LISTEN! But they will never know what we want unless we tell them!

HO doesn't have ESP! We need to tell them! These are all AWESOME ideas!!! Tell them!!!! :D :D :D

[chefann]

And write them on the suggestion roll in the product preview room at Leadership or Conference!

[chefjeanine]

I was one of the chosen too as well but I can't remember what I got so excited about! LOL!!!



Erin,

I'm glad I'm not the only one. That was a LONG time ago. I don't have a clue what I looked at or liked.

[Jennie4PC]

I was also chosen to do the survey but I was out of town and when I checked my email at my moms house and went to take the survey they said it was closed:cry:

[erinyourpclady]

Erin,

I'm glad I'm not the only one. That was a LONG time ago. I don't have a clue what I looked at or liked.

LOL!! I remember that I was SO excited about one thing for sure! But what it was I so cannot remember!

[wadesgirl]

On the knife block suggestion, one of the biggest reasons knives blocks aren't good for your knives is when you pull them in and out, if they scrape the block it can dull and damage your blades. Not good for your knives.

My sister asked about the shealths that come with our knives now, being a nurse, she asked what would happen if she did a culture on the shealths after using them for a while. I pointed out to her that they can come apart and are dishwasher safe (as far as I know!). She was glad to hear that. You cannot put a regular knife block in the dishwasher! I like the idea of some sort of case or stand but not a block.

[Chef Kearns]

I posted earlier, but I just thought of this. I would love for them to bring the wrought iron stands back. I don't want them to take away the SS just add a wrought iron line. I think we should be offering both. SS is not for everyone's kitchen.

Oh and I took the survey. There were lots of WS pieces in the one I took. Some of them looked rather odd and not quite hitting our target audience, but maybe that is their goal (to branch out into new markets). Some of it looked too SL or TOHE. I am very anxious to see what they'll be unveiling next! They always surprise me!

[chefann]

Hmmm... those weren't the pieces in the survey I took. The one I took had a bunch of things that were already in the catalog. And one particular (set of) item that coordinated with the outdoor party plates and cutlery. (Think of the shape of the plates and what they can hold.)

Branching out into new markets is OK, but I'd hate to lose the kitchenwares focus and become mostly entertaining products.

[pamperedposey]

Ooh, some of the things I saw in the survey are starting to come back to me! Somehow you have sparked my memory (it's really not good). I don't remember seeing wovens, but I know what Ann is talking about...very cute! I hope to see those come out in the Spring. I bet they will.

[wadesgirl]

Hmmmm, my survery didn't have either of those things!

[lockhartkitchen]

When we add we always take away. I can't help but think about the things that will disappear.

[dannyzmom]

When we add we always take away. I can't help but think about the things that will disappear.

Last season I lost sleep fearing they would retire the Cheese Grater (I sell them like crazy)...I can't start thinking now about what they're retiring in a few months...or I'll stop sleeping again - LOL

[Candi_f]

That's hilarious about the two "blacks" forecasted for spring? Really...is there much of a difference between black and black? LOL

For products...I am desparately wanting simple additions lids!!! Specifically for the small and medium bowls...because I frequently created dips and such in them and would love to store the leftovers easily. I've requested this the past three NCs and no results :( Hopefully we'll have better luck this time.

Can't wait to find out the new stuff!

[wadesgirl]

I was glad last season to see that they didn't really get rid of much, just upgraded alot! I, too, am wondering what they are going to retire. I don't want to see the cheese grater go, it was one of the first PC products I have ever owned and now I have 3!

[rennea]

Oh some good ideas. I like the lids for the SA idea, those would be great;)

My list:

Teapot
Kettle
pot holders (please bring them back)
dish cloths
SA in round plain white
covered cake stand
open stock cookware

[Cindycooks]

An Executive Roasting Pan is a shoe-in being the current one is Professional.
I have wanted a WS to fit the large bar pan forever and I'd love one for the medium square. My director has the one from conference a few years back and I just love it. In the fall, I predicted the can opener would be black and that did not happen - I'm predicting that again! Other than that, I don't know, I am curious as to what the new "green" item will be....maybe a scraper?

[pamperedlinda]

...... I am curious as to what the new "green" item will be....maybe a scraper?
Considering that it was one of the SAT incentives, I hope it's something a little nicer than a scraper :D

[Cindycooks]

Me too but I cant imagine what that would be!

[BethCooks4U]

Thanks Ann! I just PM'd it to Cindy as well...and I am pretty sure Beth still has it in her cell phone...
I do! But I won't be going either :cry: and I NEED calls too!

[ChefBeckyD]

An Executive Roasting Pan is a shoe-in being the current one is Professional.
I have wanted a WS to fit the large bar pan forever and I'd love one for the medium square. My director has the one from conference a few years back and I just love it. In the fall, I predicted the can opener would be black and that did not happen - I'm predicting that again! Other than that, I don't know, I am curious as to what the new "green" item will be....maybe a scraper?


Actually the Roaster is a mixture of the 2 - and it has the Executive Autograph 2 coating on the inside.....I believe when they announced that the Professional line was leaving that they said the Roaster was staying.

[BethCooks4U]

On the knife block suggestion, one of the biggest reasons knives blocks aren't good for your knives is when you pull them in and out, if they scrape the block it can dull and damage your blades. Not good for your knives.

My sister asked about the shealths that come with our knives now, being a nurse, she asked what would happen if she did a culture on the shealths after using them for a while. I pointed out to her that they can come apart and are dishwasher safe (as far as I know!). She was glad to hear that. You cannot put a regular knife block in the dishwasher! I like the idea of some sort of case or stand but not a block.
I put them in my block with the blade side up so it does not dull by scraping the wood - I believe it keeps it safer (cleaner) too. I ALWAYS make sure knives are clean before putting in the block or sheath so I would think that there wouldn't be bacteria entered in there to grow. - probably being naive.

[crissy11]

Could the green product be something to with the environment?? You know, every where we go there is something about being "green". Could that be some kind of kitchen product???

[finley1991]

Could the green product be something to with the environment?? You know, every where we go there is something about being "green". Could that be some kind of kitchen product???


I thought the same thing... but aren't all of our products "green"? We don't really have any disposable except Pantry...

I'm guessing green spatulas, etc.

[Sallie_M]

PC used to, still have mine, still use it...that is a common request and on almost every product thread...

I am personally now leaning toward a carrying case for them...or both even!

It is my understanding that a wood block dulls the knives. :confused:

If you have a tool bag for Barbeque Tools, the knives fit in there very well. A little bulky, but a handy carrying case.

[dannyzmom]

Considering that it was one of the SAT incentives, I hope it's something a little nicer than a scraper :D

I am thinking the green thing will be another color coated knife

[Sallie_M]

Could the green product be something to with the environment?? You know, every where we go there is something about being "green". Could that be some kind of kitchen product???

Maybe more $$

A raise? Now, that's dreaming!! :sing:

[Paula R. Lewis]

OK, I'm confused...where was a new "green" product mentioned??


Paula

[Paula R. Lewis]

As for new products, I'm thinking we're going to see SS serving utensils.

I also hope for SA lids, as well as a ladle/serving spoon for the Trifle Bowl.

Since it's s/s, maybe a pineapple cutter? Or new grill rubs?

I'm ALWAYS open to new cookbooks, too!! (Would love to see a low-carb one!!)

Paula

[ChefLauraW]

Small SA bowls in cranberry. I cannot tell you how many hosts want cranberry small bowls, but don't want the multicolored set. They want the cranberry! Maybe next fall if not in the spring....

And the medium woven bowl -- whomever said it would sell like crazy, I think you're right it would!!!:)

[mpkegley]

If I am remembering correctly, didn't the flyer about the "green" say something like your friends will be "green" with envy? Maybe it is not green at all! LOL!

[Cindycooks]

Can any of you that got the survey share any of the choices?

[dannyzmom]

Can any of you that got the survey share any of the choices?

I am pretty sure anyone who got that survey agreed NOT to discuss what it was about.

[Cindycooks]

I figured that Carolyn! But thought I'd ask in case they werent sworn to secrecy! Thats cool, I would have loved to have gotten that survey!

[pamperedlinda]

I am pretty sure anyone who got that survey agreed NOT to discuss what it was about.
I remember that there were some great products in that survey.....I just don't remember what all of them were :cry: . I know I liked them though :D It seems like there were a few on there that we already have - or am I confused?:confused:

[chefann]

No, you're right, Linda. The survey I took had several items that are currently in the line, and they were exactly the same.

I'd share more, but there was a confidentiality statement included.

[pamperedlinda]

Good to know we took the same survey Ann. I'm sure my memory will be refreshed when/if I see them announced in the new product line.....

[Chef Endora]

Hey, wasn't there a spoiler list last year? I am not attending:cry: & I remember last year some VERY NICE PEOPLE:love: who attended emailed us with pictures and a list of the new spring products:D .

Is someone willing to do that again?

[whiteyteresa]

Hey, wasn't there a spoiler list last year? I am not attending:cry: & I remember last year some VERY NICE PEOPLE:love: who attended emailed us with pictures and a list of the new spring products:D .

Is someone willing to do that again?


I second that!!!

I want to be on that list!!!:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :blushing: :blushing: :blushing:

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[Leigh0725]

so is it at random for those who get picked to take the survey? I would love to partake in that. I know there were TONS of suggestions I submitted to HO this year. Personally, I think R&D or product development for PC would be the best job to have! Unfortunately, I will not be attending leadership, but would LOVE to get a sneak peak of the items once they're unveiled!

Someone mentioned the cheese grater, although it is an 'oldie', I don't think they'll get rid of it. Maybe a redesign, but it would be like getting rid of the garlic press. ;-)

[chefann]

Hey, wasn't there a spoiler list last year? I am not attending:cry: & I remember last year some VERY NICE PEOPLE:love: who attended emailed us with pictures and a list of the new spring products:D .

Is someone willing to do that again?
I'm calling a couple of people (Carolyn and Beth), and will have my laptop with me, but I don't know if I'll have free internet access (and I refuse to pay for it). If I can access the web, then I'll post some stuff - not necessarily pics, but lists and descriptions.

[wadesgirl]

so is it at random for those who get picked to take the survey? I would love to partake in that. I know there were TONS of suggestions I submitted to HO this year. Personally, I think R&D or product development for PC would be the best job to have! Unfortunately, I will not be attending leadership, but would LOVE to get a sneak peak of the items once they're unveiled!

Someone mentioned the cheese grater, although it is an 'oldie', I don't think they'll get rid of it. Maybe a redesign, but it would be like getting rid of the garlic press. ;-)

When I first read this, I thought you said to GET RID of the garlic press :eek: I have three of those to go along with three of my cheese graters.

The survey was fun, I think they are random. My survey asked me to rate items not in the catalog along with items in the catalog. What I thought of them and what my guests thought of them. There was some good ideas and some not so good ideas.

[Leigh0725]

Ah, sorry about that. Yeah, I look at the food chopper, garlic press, ice cream dipper and cheese grater as PC staples. For those PC virgins that come to a show, I list these as must haves along with the large bar pan (think this piece is a great starter piece).

[ChefJeniLobdell]

A 10" Executive skillet as open stock. I have so many customers ask for this! I like the 29 Minutes to Dinner cookbook, but I would like to see one with recipes that are more kid friendly.

JMTC.

[PChefPEI]

I love the idea of green, as it would match my kitchen.....yeah, I know, this isn't a wish list! :rolleyes:

A 6qt open stock pot....already mentioned, but hope they come out with one.
A new green knife to go with the santoku and tomato knife
Microfiber dish cloths
Tablecloth to match the outdoor dishes (and the new picnic basket...;) )
Clips to hold down the tablecloth

That's all I got for now.............I'm sure I'll think of something else later.

[finley1991]

A new green knife to go with the santoku and tomato knife


Maybe that will be our new "green" product!

[PChefPEI]

Thought of something else I'd like to see........2 cups prep bowls!!

[PamperedChefDude]

2 Cup Prep Bowls sound great. I would love a pot rack and knife hanger. They would both help with room in the kitchen. If we don't offer one...we're gonna go out & buy them from someone else. Hate to do that. Steamer & pasta inserts as open stock for the executive set. Love our cookware. Additional SA pieces. Can't think of anything else right now but I know I've seem items in the store & said wish we had that.:chef:

[missyciccolella]

Does anyone think they may add a couple of pots/pans with a green/colored outside? I'm thinking Rachel Rae and her orange ones...maybe these would be limited or spring only.

[missyciccolella]

Maybe more $$

A raise? Now, that's dreaming!! :sing:
I've actually heard from upline (before last NC) they are looking at this issue...that doesn't mean it will happen now, but maybe in the future. They are trying to stay current with other DS companies' commissions.

[ChefNic]

We NEED a steamer basket for cookware available open stock.

I second that!!!

[Smashie]

I don't know if this one came up yet, but I want a Dutch Oven. I just had to buy one from Mario Batalli because we don't have one!

[whiteyteresa]

Thought of something else I'd like to see........2 cups prep bowls!!


or a 2 cup batter bowl (this way it would have a handle)

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[Jennie4PC]

I know PC used to have one of these but I would really love to have a scale. I know so many people who are counting thier calories a nice digital scale would be nice.

[Kitchen Diva]

Does anyone think they may add a couple of pots/pans with a green/colored outside? I'm thinking Rachel Rae and her orange ones...maybe these would be limited or spring only.
Maybe green silicone handles?

[missyciccolella]

I have a great digital scale, but one from PC would be much easeir to sell! Also, I agree a good dutch oven would be awesome, and I would love either a larger bar pan or a great roasting pan (shallow)...I roasted veggies tonight and really could have used a bigger pan! Also, I would love a pan for under the broiler...I know the stainless can do this, but I'm thinking of something geared toward a broiler pan.

[cpaylor]

I don't know what to add. I think everything I thought of while reading was mentioned before I got to the end. I would like to see things get back to basics. It seems that many recipes lately have gotten more gourmet and many of my customers like plan, quick, and easy things to make.
I too worry about if all this new stuff comes out then what are they taking away. Sometimes, that is just a stressful as what are the new products.
Please keep those of us not going informed of what is presented. I'm sure many of us will be glued to the site to see the information.

[Cindycooks]

I love the idea of the 2 cup prep bowls - I think back in the fall I posted that I'd like to see a 2 cup batter bowl. Prep Bowls (maybe a set of 4) would be even better!
I'd like a double boiler insert for the cookware. I've had many requests for that.

[finley1991]

I'd like a double boiler insert for the cookware. I've had many requests for that.


PC used to have a Double Boiler. I sold a ton of them too! Not sure when we discontinued it but it wasn't too long ago. I love mine and actually use it often... just used it Christmas Eve!

[pamperedlinda]

Since the Professional set is going away, I'm kinda thinking that they may introduce a steamer basket - and while they are at it a double boiler too.

[ChefBeckyD]

Since the Professional set is going away, I'm kinda thinking that they may introduce a steamer basket - and while they are at it a double boiler too.

These are both things I would like to see!

[cpaylor]

A double boiler would be nice. I've had several people mention it, usually around Christmas and Easter when they are in a candy/chocolate making mode.

[Shawnna]

I am hoping they will redesign the egg slicer plus and the salt and pepper mill.

I would like for them to bring back the tea and coffee...the coffee could be a regular blend, but I loved the tea.

A woven selection for the oval stoneware pieces would be nice.

A nice canister set would be a great addition.

I am hoping they bring the salsa back. I had lots of customers who loved the salsa mix.

I would also like to see regular size round coffee cups. The coffee and more cups are really too big for coffee, but they are great for soup or hot cocoa.

A cake-taker...I used to use the old Round Chillzanne platter with lid until my kids dropped the lid and broke it.

I have been wanting a stoneware crock with lid...in large size. Home and Garden Party has one called a Bean Pot. It is stoneware, has small handles on the sides, a lid, and is glazed and decorated on the outside. You can bake beans in the oven. I have one that I use to carry cheese dip, chili, or stew to church dinners. I make the food and then put it in the bean pot to carry it. It keeps the food hot forever. I also have the basket that you can carry it in. This is one piece that I absolutely love. They have other stoneware pieces, but they aren't comparable to ours. Theirs are dishwasher safe.

[PCGINA]

I am hoping they will redesign the egg slicer plus and the salt and pepper mill...

...I have been wanting a stoneware crock with lid...in large size. Home and Garden Party has one called a Bean Pot. It is stoneware, has small handles on the sides, a lid, and is glazed and decorated on the outside. You can bake beans in the oven. I have one that I use to carry cheese dip, chili, or stew to church dinners. ... This is one piece that I absolutely love.

I AGREE SHAWNA!!!!!

and here are a few more on my wants list:

A serving spoon for the trifle bowl.
A magnetic knife hanger
A pot rack
A “GREEN” lettuce knife
A rectangle stone w/handles
A nutcracker
SA Cranberry bowls & Squares
A WS for the Cranberry Covered Baker
I like the idea for a 2 cup Batter Bowl & the redesign of the Egg Slicer & Pepper Mill (great thoughts)

I also want the Groom’s Apron back :balloon:

[ChefBeckyD]

I have been wanting a stoneware crock with lid...in large size. Home and Garden Party has one called a Bean Pot. It is stoneware, has small handles on the sides, a lid, and is glazed and decorated on the outside. You can bake beans in the oven. I have one that I use to carry cheese dip, chili, or stew to church dinners. I make the food and then put it in the bean pot to carry it. It keeps the food hot forever.

Isn't this a pretty good description of the DCB? I use mine in all the ways you listed.

[finley1991]

I use my crock for beans.

[wadesgirl]

I second handles on all the flat stones. I'm betting that they wanted to see how the larger one went before they came out with the rest.

After using mine this weekend to make two batches of oreo truffles, I wish they would redesign the scoops to include silicone padding where your fingers are. Mine fore finger was so sore from constantly scooping.

[VeronicaW]

It is my understanding that a wood block dulls the knives. :confused:

If you have a tool bag for Barbeque Tools, the knives fit in there very well. A little bulky, but a handy carrying case.

Yes, just like the ones used on Top Chef! That would be so Great! :thumbup: Nice idea!

We use our Prep Bowls so much, I think a set of two -2 Cup Bowls would be very useful!

Unfortunately I am unable to attend Leadership this year. :( My husband has his annual Vegas Computer trip for his company, last year we overlapped a day or two. Our three kids stayed at my sisters, we decided not to do that again.

I would love to receive the info too if anyone is willing to send them along to me too! ;)

TIA

[Evelynt]

or a 2 cup batter bowl (this way it would have a handle)

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I would like to see the spouts redesigned for drip free pouring on the Batter Bowls.

[rennea]

I would like to see the spouts redesigned for drip free pouring on the Batter Bowls.


YES, I agree. I love our batter bowls but never pour from them because it make such a big mess.

[pcmom2abm]

a tea maker--the one i have now the pitcher always spills when i try to pour a cup of tea

[pcmom2abm]

wish they'd bring in small items-it's getting hard to carry alot of big items in for demos. Seems like a lot of new large items came out the last two seasons

[finley1991]

I think a knife bag would be a great incentive for consultants... but really, how many of our customers transport knives? Would be great if they offered that to us though.

[genburk]

or a 2 cup batter bowl (this way it would have a handle)

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I have one similar from FireKing that I have had over 12 years. I love it and use it almost everyday. It basically is a glass measuring cup. It is made very similar to the batter bowls but has red lettering for the measuring marks. I have thought a 2 cup batter bowl is a great idea.

[quiverfull7]

[QUOTE=finley1991]I think a knife bag would be a great incentive for consultants...
:) I thought that was what the oven mit was for! :) jk :)

[Shawnna]

The Bean Pot I am talking about is tall and round...like a large crock that my grandmother used to have...with a flat lid with a small round handle in the center of the lid. The pot itself has small handles on the side. I love the DCB, but the bean pot would take up less room.

[finley1991]

What else could you use a bean pot for?

[pamperedlinda]

The Bean Pot I am talking about is tall and round...like a large crock that my grandmother used to have...with a flat lid with a small round handle in the center of the lid. The pot itself has small handles on the side. I love the DCB, but the bean pot would take up less room.
Maybe like the bread crock? There are cranberry ones in the outlet right now. Oh, but those don't have a lid.....hmmmm can you post a picture?

[janetupnorth]

Basically a casserole dish right?

[Shawnna]

Okay, I was going to paste a picture but can't get it to work. If you want to see what they look like go to Home & Garden Party - Home (http://www.homeandgardenparty.com) and browse the serving pieces. There are several styles. The newest is a beautiful pottery look, but it looks shorter and fatter than the style I have. Mine has apples on it, but it is available with sunflowers, pinecones, and sometimes with a snowman on it. It is not shaped like the DCB or any of our pieces. It is kind of like the stoneware crock on the outlet, but a lot bigger with a lid and handles. It is glazed inside and out. Its somewhat like the old butter churns, only smaller.

[Shawnna]

You can use the bean pot for cooking stew or beans in the oven...probably a lot more things...but I basically use it for keeping chili, stew, cheese dip, etc. warm after cooking it. It doesn't take up a lot of room on the table, so it works great for church dinners where everyone is bringing stuff.

[momoftwins]

bring back the coffee!!!!!

[pamperedtraci]

bring back the coffee!!!!!
Ditto! I don't drink coffee, but I sold a TON of it to my customers! My MIL bought some even though my FIL is allergic to cinnamon!! That's how good it was!!

[missyciccolella]

bring back the coffee!!!!!
My entire family stock piled this coffee before it was retired...my supply is gone and my mom is down to 1 bag of decaf only...please, please bring it back or put it on the outlet!

[SilverCeladon]

I would love a plain white Simple Additions round bowl. I need one so badly to go with my pasta bowl set-I broke mine the other day.

[ChefNic]

My entire family stock piled this coffee before it was retired...my supply is gone and my mom is down to 1 bag of decaf only...please, please bring it back or put it on the outlet!

Ditto the coffee comeback!
I have SEVERAL guests and host that stock piled it too before it was gone. and one of those guests/a friend - called the other day...more just to chat...but she did ask about the coffee!

[nathan81]

I want Microfiber dishclothes! I have a bunch of customers asking for them.

[cheflsg]

LOL!! I remember that I was SO excited about one thing for sure! But what it was I so cannot remember!
Me too!! One thing I put on the HO suggestion page was a round stone with a lip on it like the bar pans. My brother actually came up with that one! He likes to make deep dish pizzas.

[PCGINA]

I think a knife bag would be a great incentive for consultants... but really, how many of our customers transport knives? Would be great if they offered that to us though.

I agree 100%!!! It would save the blades and keep them presentable at shows....

GREAT IDEA!!!