How to Manage Cooking and Socializing at the Same Time for a Show?

[ameliaoneil]

I am doing a show at 5 tonight and want to try something new, Where the guests mingle kinda like a reunin. But I am confuesed on how to sell and cook the same time Any ideas?

 

[esavvymom]

Why not try an interactive? As the guests come in, either have them wash up and join you in the kitchen and then for each step of the recipe you can say "Sue, can you grab that (tool) and grate the cheese for us?" or something simple. Ask whoever is standing closest to the tool.OR Michael Reeves sets out a table with the demo products, and asks each guest to take a tool from the table and hold on to until he tells them what he needs. THen during the demo, he'll say to the person with the tool or ask who has the tool and then they come up and do a step. You can talk about the product, etc while they USE it.Personally- I don't know that I would try to do something new if your show is tonight. Winging it with little time to plan can be disastrous or at least feel that way to YOU! So whatever you do- keep it super simple. Plan for your NEXT show.

 

[Admin Greg]

One idea could be to have a "build-your-own" station where guests can create their own dish. This could be something like a pasta bar with different types of pasta, sauces, and toppings for guests to mix and match. You could also have a "make your own pizza" station with dough, sauce, and toppings for guests to assemble and cook in a designated oven. This way, guests can mingle and socialize while also being actively involved in the cooking process. You could also have pre-made appetizers or small bites available for guests to snack on while they wait for their dish to cook. Additionally, you could have a designated area for guests to sit and eat their creations, encouraging them to continue mingling and catching up with each other.