College Student Cooking Competition: Boys vs. Girls Amazing Race

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses strategies for hosting a cooking competition show for college students, focusing on engaging participants and addressing budget concerns. Participants share their experiences and ideas for making the event successful.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses concern about how to appeal to college students on tight budgets, suggesting ideas like wishlists for gifts.
  • Another participant mentions the effectiveness of having a wishlist and distributing flyers for those who don't like to cook, noting that many products are suitable for dorm rooms.
  • One participant shares their experience of hosting a similar event, highlighting the excitement generated by hands-on activities and suggesting potential products that could be sold.
  • Several users mention the importance of encouraging participants to invite family and friends for additional sales opportunities.
  • Another participant emphasizes the potential for recruitment during the event, viewing it as a chance to introduce the Pampered Chef to new customers.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best strategies for engaging college students and maximizing sales, with no clear consensus emerging on a single approach.

Contextual Notes

The discussion is centered around a specific event format aimed at college students, with participants sharing personal experiences and insights related to similar shows.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for ideas on hosting events for college students or those interested in engaging a younger audience in cooking activities may find this thread beneficial.

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I am in need of serious help and knew you Cheffers would be the perfect folks to ask! :D

A college student booked a show with me for the 1st week in December. She is turning it into a non-mandatory residence life "program" for 2 of the residences on campus. It will be the boys-against-the-girls amazing race-type of show where they split into 2 teams and each work on a different recipe and compete to finish first. There will probably be 12-15 students in attendance.

Sounds like fun, right? My only concern is, how do I "sell" to college students. Most of them are on VERY tight budgets and I doubt many will be able to afford over $10-$15 dollars. The only things I thought of were maybe inviting the students to do some Christmas shopping for their parents. The bad thing about that is they will all have to pay direct shipping prices for the stuff to go home in time for Christmas. Other than that, I thought I might ask them all to make wishlists of the things they would like but can't afford AND provide the name of phone # of folks who are buying them presents.

Anyone have any other ideas on how I can make this a successful show? :confused:

THANKS!
Bridget
 
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Bumping up. :blushing:
 
The wish list is a good idea and make sure to have some copies of the "don't like to cook" flier. Most of the stuff would be great for dorm rooms.
 
Push for January bookings for the extra free product. When they host, make sure they are inviting their aunts, uncles, parents friends, etc.
 
Use the web-ste to e-vite all the parents ETC....
have a blast ----
 
i did a college dorm room show using the 2 team "recipe race". we did cool lime napoleons. they got really into it, the hands-on aspect gets them excited! of course you will sell the microcookers, batter bowls, quick stirs, perhaps even some stoneware. i did have quite a few that bought for their families "back home" as well. MAKE SURE TO HOST COACH FOR OUTSIDE ORDERS FROM BACK HOME, PARENTS OF OTHER STUDENTS, EVEN FACULTY!! have fun, our shows are not all about the sales, it's about the relationships you build for future business & just think...you might be touching someone's life with the pampered chef for the first time! keep your ears open for recruiting red flags - they can pay their college debt, make car/insurance payments or find a whole new career!!
 
Oh definitely Recruit!! What a great opportunity for that!!!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the "College Student Cooking Competition: Boys vs. Girls Amazing Race"?

The "College Student Cooking Competition: Boys vs. Girls Amazing Race" is a fun and engaging cooking challenge where college students compete in teams, typically divided by gender, to create the best dishes using a variety of ingredients and cooking techniques. The competition is designed to test culinary skills, teamwork, and creativity in a race against the clock.

How are the teams organized in the competition?

Teams are usually organized by gender, with one team consisting of male participants and the other of female participants. Each team is made up of a set number of members, and they work together to plan, prepare, and present their dishes within a specified time limit.

What types of dishes can participants prepare?

Participants can prepare a wide range of dishes, from appetizers to desserts, depending on the competition rules and available ingredients. The challenge often encourages creativity, so teams might incorporate unique flavors or presentation styles to impress the judges.

Are there any specific rules or guidelines for the competition?

Yes, there are typically specific rules and guidelines that participants must follow. These may include restrictions on the types of ingredients that can be used, time limits for cooking, and criteria for judging, such as taste, presentation, and originality. It's important for participants to familiarize themselves with these rules before the competition begins.

How are the winners determined in the competition?

Winners are usually determined by a panel of judges who evaluate the dishes based on predetermined criteria, such as taste, creativity, and presentation. The team that scores the highest overall or receives the best feedback from the judges is declared the winner of the competition.

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