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Don't Know What to Make??? Help!
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Discussion Overview
The thread centers around participants sharing ideas for easy finger food treats suitable for an open house event. Various suggestions are provided, highlighting personal experiences with specific recipes and presentation ideas.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
Main Points Raised
- One participant mentions needing easy finger food ideas for an open house event at a local hotel.
- Another participant suggests Club House Chicken Squares as a potential option.
- One participant shares their experience making Tuxedo Brownie Cups tinted pink, Twice as Nice Danish with cherry preserves, and Strawberry Cheesecake micro cake, noting the appeal of food at events.
- This participant also mentions using pink plates, napkins, and silverware for presentation.
- Another suggestion includes Apple Berry Salsa and Cinnamon Chips, which were well-received at a previous event.
- One participant proposes Strawberry Frosted cupcakes made in mini muffin or floral cupcake pans as a treat option.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
No clear consensus emerges, as participants offer a variety of distinct ideas and experiences without indicating agreement on a single option.
Contextual Notes
Participants share personal experiences and preferences for finger foods that are visually appealing and easy to prepare for gatherings.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for creative and simple food ideas for events may find the shared experiences and suggestions beneficial.
wadesgirl
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etteluap70PC
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I made the Tuxedo Brownie Cups this morning for an open house/FR, but I tinted the cream cheese mixture pink. I also made the Twice as Nice Danish filled with Cherry preserves, after they were cool I cut them into bite size pieces. And I made the Strawberry Cheesecake micro cake (sold several fluted stones with that one!) I made everything at home and just set it out for treats--not many can resist food! I had gone to the dollar store and bought pink plates, napkins, and silverware. You could also try the Apple Berry Salsa and Cinnamon Chips--I did that last week and served it in the batter bowl with a small spoon to serve it, it went pretty far that way and everyone loved it! You may have to double the amount of chips or make them smaller to feed more. Linda
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