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Pampered Chef: 1st Live Cooking Show

  1. lestat_de_leon

    lestat_de_leon Novice Member

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    Well I did my first live cooking show last night...there were 12 women and one guy (I wasn't alone...yeah!) It went wonderful! It was a good friend / neighbor so I did a bit more than was probably advisable for my first show:

    Chicken Mexican Lasagna
    Pineapple Salsa (while the lasagna was cooking)
    and I had made the Mojito cake beforehand

    All the ladies commented on how well I did...how I was the best PC "lady" they had had. Not turning out to be a HUGE show, only $300 so far, but she still has some outside orders coming so we might get to $400...but more importantly I had a great time with the ladies and made some yummy food!

    Jeff
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    lestat_de_leon, Mar 20, 2009
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  2. BethCooks4U

    BethCooks4U Legend Member Gold Member

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    Congrats! You have done your hardest show and once you move from family and friends it'll get even easier. The key was you had fun too!

    So... bookings?
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    BethCooks4U, Mar 20, 2009
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  3. lestat_de_leon

    lestat_de_leon Novice Member

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    I have 3 bookings off the show...one is another from the host in July for a grilling show. 1 is for a housewarming (date yet to be officially determined.) Other is in August for a bridal shower. (I will be qualified by then.)
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    lestat_de_leon, Mar 20, 2009
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  4. candiejayne

    candiejayne Veteran Member

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    Great job! The most important part of all of it is that everyone had fun including yourself!
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    candiejayne, Mar 20, 2009
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  5. cookingwith_tara

    cookingwith_tara Advanced Member

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    Terrific! Sounds like you're off to a great start!
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    cookingwith_tara, Mar 20, 2009
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  6. tlag1986

    tlag1986 Veteran Member Gold Member

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    Way to go! The first show is always the hardest.
     
    Mar 20, 2009
    tlag1986, Mar 20, 2009
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  7. lestat_de_leon

    lestat_de_leon Novice Member

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    So I finalized the show and ended up just over $400 after outside orders. Not too bad for my first live cooking show!
     
    Mar 24, 2009
    lestat_de_leon, Mar 24, 2009
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  8. dkitten13

    dkitten13 Member

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    Great, I hope I do so well...my first is on 4/16 with second on 4/17. Am I crazy?
     
    Mar 24, 2009
    dkitten13, Mar 24, 2009
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  9. doughmama

    doughmama Advanced Member Silver Member

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    No, actually two in a row is better. That way you don't have to relearn everything for the second show. Good luck!:)
     
    Mar 24, 2009
    doughmama, Mar 24, 2009
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  10. lauradahl

    lauradahl Member

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    Nope staying busy is what makes your shows more consistent. You'll be better off having those 2 in a row 'cause everything will stay fresh in your mind. Good luck!
     
    Mar 24, 2009
    lauradahl, Mar 24, 2009
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  11. kcjodih

    kcjodih Legacy Member Gold Member

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    Two shows in a row right off the bat? Good for you! My suggestion; make the same recipe for both. That way you can just wash your products and repack your kit. Good luck and have fun!
     
    Mar 24, 2009
    kcjodih, Mar 24, 2009
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  12. dkitten13

    dkitten13 Member

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    Thanks all! Yes, I plan to do the same recipe but I have to get out there to book beyond! Those are my only two shows on the calendar! :0
     
    Apr 1, 2009
    dkitten13, Apr 1, 2009
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  13. WLMcCoy

    WLMcCoy Advanced Member

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    YAH!! CONGRATS && Good Luck!!
     
    Apr 1, 2009
    WLMcCoy, Apr 1, 2009
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