New Products on the Market: What's Exciting You?

[DebPC]

Just from what you know- what new product are you most excited about and why? Any runaway best sellers???

 

[babywings76]

I'm not sure yet. I need to get them in my hands and see what I think. Right off, I'm thinking of how many people have asked for a kitchen scale, so that's nice. The cookware, covered roaster, and the cocotte thing are intriguing me, but I need to see if they are must-haves. I need to see the tangerine items and the colored bamboo fiber bowls in person to see if I really want them.

 

[esavvymom]

This is sad, but so far, the Season's Best. Sad, I know.

 

[ShellBeach]

Aw, that's not sad! Season after season, I love looking at that little cookbook! And trying the new recipes. Test kitchens always do a great job!
The only other thing I'm interested in is that cute little orange-lined cocotte pot. Not that I need another pot.

 

[maldvs]

I cannot wait to get my hands on the Covered Roaster! And like Bobbi, I'm in love with the new Season's Best. I made the Sweet 'n Salty Caramel Mousse Cups for my Team Training tonight but haven't tasted yet, so we will see! But I will be trying several recipes this week, so I may start a thread on my opinions.

 

[Brenda.the.chef]

I'm in love with the new Seasons Best too! I'm excited about the two new green knives and that cutting board. I love the tangerine color too. I wasn't crazy about it when I saw pictures, but when I opened my tote bag at conference, I fell in love with the color. I'm not sure about the roaster yet. I will probably buy it as a sample, but I'm hoping it's not going to just be a one-hit wonder. What else would ya'll use it for?

 

[pchockeymom]

I am very excited about the 11" ceramic skillet and think it will be a big seller. However, I took mini-catalogs to the gym this morning and the cutting board got the biggest oooh, aaahs. And the beverage bag!

 

[babywings76]

See, I don't quite "get" the cutting board. Won't those grooves be annoying to draw your knife through?

 

[esavvymom]

I havent seen the stuff yet, except via skype looking at a catalog . I will get my catalog tomorrow, and have our meeting on Saturday.

But when my SIL showed me the glass brush in the orange, she held it up, with the brish side up....so it looked like Beaker from the Muppets. . I said if we had eyes, they would be cousins or something (my dh has a beaker doll on his desk....dont ask.)

 

[Tracy99]

I am very excited about the 11" ceramic skillet and think it will be a big seller. However, I took mini-catalogs to the gym this morning and the cutting board got the biggest oooh, aaahs. And the beverage bag!

The beverage bag? Really? Hmm. I was not impressed.

I am debating what to buy on the sample list since my July fell apart and I didn't earn any of the levels (so sad). I think I am definitely getting the 11 in covered skillet. I don't know if I am sold on the roaster. I like the glass lid, two in one thing but not sure if I would really use it more then my dcb and the large pc turkey roaster pan thing I already have. I am looking at getting sample b and c and maybe the cutting board. For once, I am actually looking forward to trying some of the new rubs.

 

[maldvs]

I'm in love with the new Seasons Best too! I'm excited about the two new green knives and that cutting board. I love the tangerine color too. I wasn't crazy about it when I saw pictures, but when I opened my tote bag at conference, I fell in love with the color. I'm not sure about the roaster yet. I will probably buy it as a sample, but I'm hoping it's not going to just be a one-hit wonder. What else would ya'll use it for?

We eat a lot of Pot Roast in our family. But I foresee Pork Loins, Whole Chickens, Turkey Breasts, etc. Plus, I'm excited that the lid can double as a deep casserole dish. We make Lasagna a lot too. But I can see all sorts of thinks being made in it. Twice Baked Mashed potatoes anyone??

 

[jcsmilez]

I am VERY excited about the roaster. It's a bit smaller and a LOT lighter than I expected it to be, I was thinking it would be heavy like cast iron but it's cast aluminum. Unlike the Deep Covered Baker you can use this on the stove top and finish off in the oven. At Launch they described it as a Dutch oven equivalent. Between this and the DCB, I feel like we really meet the needs of the market. It would be nice if it had a little rack for roasting certain things, that's another thing you can't do in the DCB.

 

[Brenda.the.chef]

What does everyone think about those drink savers? Those things that fit over soda cans? I'm at a loss for words on those....aside from not excited at all about them.

 

[maldvs]

I don't get the beverages to go bag AT ALL.... I do like the drink savers but I'd have to try them out to really get an opinion. I foresee it being something good for kids like my nieces and nephew who RARELY finish a can of soda.

 

[jcsmilez]

What does everyone think about those drink savers? Those things that fit over soda cans? I'm at a loss for words on those....aside from not excited at all about them.

Yeah, not too excited about those. It looks like they're a bunch of cut off bottle tops. I doubt they'll last long. The only place I could see them being handy is camping or somewhere where there is a lot of dirt and/or bugs to get into your drink. If people do purchase them please encourage them to wash their cans thoroughly before use, you cannot believe the amount of grime and who knows what that can be on top of a soda can.

 

[baychef]

I like the bevs bag. I think it will be a hit as we get closer to the holidays. Am looking forward to seeing if HO comes up with some great tips on how to decorate them up for hosts.

What does everyone think about those drink savers? Those things that fit over soda cans? I'm at a loss for words on those....aside from not excited at all about them.

Not seeing these as a run away seller but my first concern is...can you still break the seal and recycle the can? The machines need to read the bar code.

LOVE the new Season's best! Will probably have more favs once I get them in my hands!

 

[Tracy99]

I like the bevs bag. I think it will be a hit as we get closer to the holidays. Am looking forward to seeing if HO comes up with some great tips on how to decorate them up for hosts.



Not seeing these as a run away seller but my first concern is...can you still break the seal and recycle the can? The machines need to read the bar code.

LOVE the new Season's best! Will probably have more favs once I get them in my hands!

I was thinking the same thing. My husband hates it when my family visits because they crush soda cans and then the machines can't always read them right.

 

[Paula R. Lewis]

I'm excited about the roaster, because you can use it on the stovetop!! Also, I LOVE the new Season's Best....sooo many pretty pictures in it now!! lol

I'm also looking forward to seeing what recipes are in the Cookbook for a Cause.

NOT impressed with the cork trivet, though, at ALL!! It seems really cheap and flimsy to me!

 

[PamperedchefDaly]

I like the bevs bag. I think it will be a hit as we get closer to the holidays. Am looking forward to seeing if HO comes up with some great tips on how to decorate them up for hosts.



Not seeing these as a run away seller but my first concern is...can you still break the seal and recycle the can? The machines need to read the bar code.

LOVE the new Season's best! Will probably have more favs once I get them in my hands!

That was my first thought. When I saw the can being squished to get the top off, I said "there goes the deposit."

 

[pampered.chris]

I am so excited about the new Cookbook for a Cause!!! I loved the last one and it was a great seller for me. I can't wait to see what is in it this time!
I am also excited about the wine bottle opener. I hated, and I mean hated the one that is going out. I have a cheap-o opener from Walmart that is so much better.
The Roaster to use on the stove top and as a two for one dish is awesome!!!

 

[NooraK]

I've been wanting to get a kitchen scale, so that is perfect timing!

 

[wcsis]

The ROASTER! I love it and can't wait to get it! The scale runs a close second to the roaster though. My girls and I have been searching for a kitchen scale reccently and PC's timing couldn't have been better!

 

[sailorsarah]

I ordered the scale, pretty excited about it.

 

[ShellBeach]

The beverage bag & the can toppers look like items in the dollar spot at Target, to me. I could swear I've seen them there before

Also had the same thought about the grooved gutting board - it doesn't look like the grooves are there to help you get even slices. The photo in the catalog had the meat sitting on it the wrong way for that. So the knife would be cutting on an eneven surface? Hmmm. I don't get it, either. Maybe I should look on that DVD and see if they show it in action!

Actually I'm psyched to get the 10" ceramic saute pan. It's got a nicer handle than this Martha Stewart one, so worth the extra $$
Martha Stewart Collection Ceramic Fry Pan, 10" - Cookware - Kitchen - Macy's

 

[BethCooks4U]

I tried to use the cutting board last night to slice some bread. I couldn't get it to slice into the groves. Not thrilled yet with that. I love the scale. Looking forward to trying out the sauté pan and the roaster will be a great addition. Sometimes the larger roaster is overkill. I can use this pan for meals that are perfect for fewer people.

 

[CookinWithLynda]

I was so glad to go to Fall Launch (in Balt., MD - right near home! Yay!). I love seeing the new products.
I liked the Bev Bag; it will be nice as a gift with a bottle of wine, but I also like it for home - I can quickly cool a bottle of wine.
HATE the Pastry Blender; I got rid of my previous one that looked like that; I love the current one with the slim blenders & long handle.
I also liked the Cork Trivet even though it's not as 'rich' looking, but it can be used with the stoneware and won't get scratched. That's a plus for me; it was one of the things I didn't like about the cast iron trivets.
Really - Bamboo bowls in those colors?!?! Our whole group looked at each other and said "Looks like my mom's kitchen in the early '70's!" Not lovin' the tangerine either.
I did like the Roaster, it will be a great companion for my DCB (which I use ALL the time, mostly in the microwave). I love that it can go on the stove top & in the oven; the lid as another item is a bonus!
I also really liked the food scale - easy to clean & great for people watching their food intake. I've wondered why PC didn't have one, so am glad to see it.
And, also, at least we were told about the price increases and S&H increase. I think they received a lot of negative feedback the way it was done last time.

LOVE this site and recommend it all the time to consultants!! Thanks for being so helpful!

 

[Nanisu]

I think the scale will be a best seller with bakers who need to weigh flour and sugar, and with those on a calorie budget that need to weigh their food. I have one like it and I love it. I was disappointed that the video didn't have many selling tips.

 

[esavvymom]

I wasn't crazy about the Bev Bag...until I watched the video and saw that she used it with a 2-liter bottle of soda too. THAT makes it more interesting, since it's not like I carry wine bottles to places, but a 2-liter would be more in line with someone like me.

 

[Intrepid_Chef]

I love the white cookware and that it appeals to a whole new market we weren't able to reach previously. I wish there was a longer guarantee, though. I think people will assume the quality is not as good because it's not guaranteed for life.I want the kitchen scale (I tried to use the old broken one in my house last week to divide a large container of meat I was freezing) and the roasting pan for my kitchen, but don't see myself using either for shows, unless they provide us with some quick recipes. I hope they do. I think the roasting pan will appeal to all those stoneware customers who have been clamoring for us to bring back the baker with a lid that doubled as a second baker.I think the orange and white will be a big seller in my local area, where the school colors are orange and white.Head scratchers:
Bamboo bowls ... hate the color, and I never really did get the concept in the first place.
The beverage bags look like something you'd get in a dollar store. Very disposable.
The can covers ... don't quite get those, nor do I understand what they'd have to do with recycling.I like the green knives and the new rubs.In all, I could do some serious damage to my budget ....

 

[babywings76]

I love the white cookware and that it appeals to a whole new market we weren't able to reach previously. I wish there was a longer guarantee, though. I think people will assume the quality is not as good because it's not guaranteed for life.

I want the kitchen scale (I tried to use the old broken one in my house last week to divide a large container of meat I was freezing) and the roasting pan for my kitchen, but don't see myself using either for shows, unless they provide us with some quick recipes. I hope they do. I think the roasting pan will appeal to all those stoneware customers who have been clamoring for us to bring back the baker with a lid that doubled as a second baker.

I think the orange and white will be a big seller in my local area, where the school colors are orange and white.

Head scratchers:
Bamboo bowls ... hate the color, and I never really did get the concept in the first place.
The beverage bags look like something you'd get in a dollar store. Very disposable.
The can covers ... don't quite get those, nor do I understand what they'd have to do with recycling.

I like the green knives and the new rubs.

In all, I could do some serious damage to my budget ....

I know! I thought the same thing. I was so confused when people were talking about that. But then I saw the DVD and I think I get it now. They show that to take those things off, you have to squeeze the can. I guess when you crush a can it makes it hard for recycling centers to scan the barcode that is on them in order to get you the deposit?

I have yet to sell a Bamboo Fiber mixing bowl. I do talk about them as I go over the 3 different types of bowls we offer. I don't quite understand them, either. Most people want our batter bowls or the SS ones.

I want the kitchen scale and I want the roaster. I'm just not sure if I can justify getting the roaster, though. I don't see myself using it at a show, and I don't like to bake in glassware...which is why I converted to stoneware! The pan seems neat, but I'm not a big braising meat type of person. So my guess is that it's not really a necessary piece for me to own. Unless PC or others come up with recipes or something that will work well for that pan, and wouldn't be good for the DCB. My DCB is my baby and workhorse. I own 3. So I don't really have room for something that won't be used much.