Dinner in No Time!!!Working on Something New and It's Working!!

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Discussion Overview

This thread discusses various approaches to conducting cooking shows, particularly focusing on a method that emphasizes efficiency and engagement. Participants share their experiences and thoughts on keeping shows concise while still showcasing products effectively.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares a new approach that involves minimizing talk and games to focus on cooking, resulting in successful sales and bookings.
  • Another participant expresses interest in adopting similar wording to explain their own approach to keeping shows short.
  • Several users mention their intention to try the cooking method shared, indicating enthusiasm for the idea.
  • One participant notes a contrasting approach of preparing food in advance while engaging guests with games and discussions.
  • Another participant shares their experience of a previous show that felt lengthy and unengaging, expressing a desire to adopt the new method for future shows.
  • Some participants inquire about the specific recipe used, showing interest in the cooking details shared.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to conducting shows, with some participants favoring a more streamlined cooking demonstration while others consider incorporating interactive elements. No clear consensus emerges on a single best practice.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from their shows, reflecting a variety of styles and preferences in engaging guests and demonstrating products.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for new ideas to enhance their cooking shows may find the shared experiences and methods beneficial.

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lmradlein
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Ok, I'm trying something new at my shows and it's working GREAT!!! I don't draw the shows out anymore. At the very beginning I introduce myself and ask how many have worked all day....if it's over half then I say I bet your ready to get home aren't you...I thank them for coming and then tell them that I respect their time and I say...This IS dinner in no time so let's not waste anytime by talking or playing games let's COOK! Last night I made the BBQ Chicken sandwiches had EVERYTHING ready and plated in 25 minutes!!!! I had 9 guest~~~ I sold 7 DCB!!!! 2 of the 3 that didn't buy I've already sold them one at another party and the 1 that didn't buy one booked a show to get one for FREE!! Plus I got 2 other bookings.

I've done this now at 3 of my shows and the people LOVE IT! I had one lady come up and tell me last night that she never books any kind of party cause it's always so long. She said she likes how I cooked and talked about the items loved seeing how much fun I was having not waist anytime....well she booked with me last night and she is thinking about signing up!!! WOOOHOOO!
 
Good for you!!! 7 DCB!!! WOW!!!

I keep my shows short too, but think I'll use some of your wording to say why I keep them short. Thanks!
 
That's great! I've been trying to figure out a way to improve my shows- but I was going to go the other direction...have the food READY as much as possible to put in the oven/microwave, and then talk/games while it cooks.But I like YOUR way better! :D I wouldn't have to think about my talk! (I get easily flustered and flub it all up.) Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!
 
Thank you for sharing!!! I love this - I'm giving it a shot at my next show.
 
Wonderful! I love it!
 
great idea - love your intro - i can see myself saying it - thanks so much for sharing!!
 
Thanks for sharing that, Leigh! Love it!
 
7 DCB??? Ok, I really want to try this. I have a September party with a ton of guests this would be great for. Thanks!!
 
I'm going to try it on Sunday at my show. I'll let you know how it goes.

WAHOO FOR YOU!!!!
 
love the wording and idea!!
 
I've got a Dinner Time in No time show tonight - so I'm glad I checked the forum today. I think this will be a great intro. I'd love it if I could sell 7! I'm also starting the DCB Bundle tonight too... Hope it goes well!
 
This is a great idea.

Wondering what you cooked?
 
pamperedlinda said:
bbq chicken sandwiches
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sorry, didn't catch that. I really need to slow down and re-read sometimes
 
That is awesome. I will have to use that at my party Friday night.

Thanks for sharing.
 
Send that story to HO, they'd love to hear it!
 
WOW! GREAT idea, Thanks for sharing.....
 
OK, LOVE the idea....how did you make it? Please excuse the stupid question...I really want to get it right (planning on doing it tomorrow night!)

GREAT JOB!!
 
janetupnorth said:
Send that story to HO, they'd love to hear it!
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I agree. Send it so we can read about it on our email soon! ;)
 
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jwpamp said:
OK, LOVE the idea....how did you make it? Please excuse the stupid question...I really want to get it right (planning on doing it tomorrow night!)

GREAT JOB!!
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I cooked it as if I was cooking it at home for my family. I cut the chicken up into tender pieces, placed them in the DCB put some EVOO on 'em added some BBQ Rub and cooked for 15min. While it was cooking I made my BBQ sause, took Chicken out put in BBQ sauce cooked it for 1:30 chopped up chicken added sause. I hope this helps. I did nothing major. I just showed them that it could be done in less than 30 min. and I think that is what I people want. When we take a 30 min or less dish and make it into a 45 min long event we didn't really show the true 30 min meal.
 
That is Terrific! I'd love results like that too!
Just wondering, do you do guest intro's at all?
What is your wording exactly for encouraging the baker?
 
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VeronicaW said:
That is Terrific! I'd love results like that too!
Just wondering, do you do guest intro's at all?
What is your wording exactly for encouraging the baker?
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I didn't last night cause it was a Sunday School class, everyone knew everyone already. I always intro myself as they come in the door.
 
lmradlein said:
I cooked it as if I was cooking it at home for my family. I cut the chicken up into tender pieces, placed them in the DCB put some EVOO on 'em added some BBQ Rub and cooked for 15min. While it was cooking I made my BBQ sause, took Chicken out put in BBQ sauce cooked it for 1:30 chopped up chicken added sause. I hope this helps. I did nothing major. I just showed them that it could be done in less than 30 min. and I think that is what I people want. When we take a 30 min or less dish and make it into a 45 min long event we didn't really show the true 30 min meal.
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Okay, what does that stand for? My mind won't work right now. :)
 
pamperedpals said:
Okay, what does that stand for? My mind won't work right now. :)
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

It's an abbreviation coined by Rachel Ray. I try not to use it so that I don't sound like her. I also don't use the word "sammie". :p
 
This is an awesome idea..I am still learning and my shows seem soooo long! LOL I think this would be a great idea for me to do until I get more comfortable:)
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

It's an abbreviation coined by Rachel Ray. I try not to use it so that I don't sound like her. I also don't use the word "sammie". :p
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You soooooooo make me laugh! The word of hers that drives me nuts is "stoup" (thicker than a soup, thinner than a stew) :eek:
 
ChefBeckyD said:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

It's an abbreviation coined by Rachel Ray. I try not to use it so that I don't sound like her. I also don't use the word "sammie". :p
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Yeah, I hate referring to a food as my daughter's name. Especially since we've always spelled it Sammie.
 
Could someone please post the recipe in a format for the host? I don't have the cookbook that it is in so I can't get it from PC recipe section. Thanks Much
 
Here's the recipe I got from CS, sounds delicious! What an awesome show outline! I wish I had done that at my show last week. There were 15 women and after intro's we went into the kitchen and I had 3 stations set up for interactive and it was like pulling teeth to get them to try the tools I had set up. I did have 3 ears of corn ready to cut and sold 8 Kernel cutter's! We weren't in the kitchen for long-about 10 minutes, then everyone thought the show was done, they were all talking. Only about 3 or 4 women came back into the living room with me and I couldn't get anyone's attention to go over my binder. From this point on, I will no longer do intro's! I had them mention their favorite product and say one word to describe the host, so it took way too long.
So, this is a nice way to keep it short, serve a quick and easy recipe and make it about your guests. I think people will really appreciate that.
Deb
 

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zmom58 said:
Here's the recipe I got from CS, sounds delicious! What an awesome show outline! I wish I had done that at my show last week. There were 15 women and after intro's we went into the kitchen and I had 3 stations set up for interactive and it was like pulling teeth to get them to try the tools I had set up. I did have 3 ears of corn ready to cut and sold 8 Kernel cutter's! We weren't in the kitchen for long-about 10 minutes, then everyone thought the show was done, they were all talking. Only about 3 or 4 women came back into the living room with me and I couldn't get anyone's attention to go over my binder. From this point on, I will no longer do intro's! I had them mention their favorite product and say one word to describe the host, so it took way too long.
So, this is a nice way to keep it short, serve a quick and easy recipe and make it about your guests. I think people will really appreciate that.
Deb
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I stopped doing intros a couple years ago. I just felt like it was "blah blah blah blah...." and no one was all that interested. So, what I started doing was:
First - making sure I was all set up and ready to greet guests as they come into the party.
Second - Being ready with name tags, and welcoming each guest, and introducing myself as I write out each nametag. That way, I connect and chat with every guest as they are coming into the party.

This has worked out so well. I call people by name throughout my demo, and already know a little about them - so, for instance, when I am demoing stoneware, I can say "Sue, you told me before the party that you love your stoneware. What is it that you love best?", or "Mary, you said you use your batter bowl every day - what do you use it for?"

This is much better time-wise, and also it helps to keep peoples interest during the party. I've connected with them, and that really helps!
 
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