Question About Setting up a Booth at an Event

[RachelNguyen]

Hi all,

I have two fundraisers coming up... both of which will be setting up a table at an event. I suppose I could do the lime cucumber demos... or bring a big bag of potatoes! But my question is this: Even after only a couple of months, my stuff looks, well, used. Especially the stoneware. I am not really interested in buying a new piece for the event, but I wonder what people would think if they saw seasoned pieces on display. How do you guys deal with this?

Also, for those of you who have done a table at an event, what are some ideas for demos?

Thanks!
Rachel

 

[AJPratt]

First, I always tell people that my products are used with love. As far as a display goes, I would cut up carrot and cucumber with the crinkle cutter, put it on a simple additions plate with the food. If you have the microplane grater, again grate some chocolate, cinnamin and put it and the food on a SA plate. Same with any other product. You can always set out some "garnish" too, like a v-shaped pepper, with dip in it. You can bring soem food to demo, but I usually find that I need to talk to the people more than demo. Just bring a few things to cut just in case you need to. Good luck and have fun!

 

[Ginger428]

On the PC site, they have quite a few ideas to make your table really nice looking....some carved fruit, plate decorating, and a lot of other ideas. Have fun with them, I sure did. Ginger

 

[monica_sweetconsultant]

i usually take some potatos and a bag of chocolate chips. if someone asks how does this work i grab a potato or something and show them. i also keep a cup of ice so i can throw a piece of ice in the cookware to show them how cold it gets. i usually just set my things up real nice and if anyone knows of PC and they see a seasoned stone they know why its black and are impressed!! i always do a drawing for something. usually a free kitchen show and of course everyoen wins (if its less than 10) that enter. if its more i just grab handful and ask them if they want to do it or not. just be creative!

 

[tpchefpattie]

Hi Rachel,

I completely understand your concern about your used stoneware looking less appealing at a booth event. However, don't underestimate the power of a well-seasoned piece of stoneware! It shows that your products are well-loved and used frequently, which can be a selling point for potential customers.

In terms of demos, showcasing the versatility of our stoneware is always a hit. You can do a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet, to show how our stoneware can handle it all. Another idea is to do a "before and after" demo, where you show how a dish looks when cooked in a regular pan versus our stoneware.

I hope these ideas help, and don't worry too much about the appearance of your stoneware. Your passion for our products and your knowledge of how to use them is what will ultimately sell them at the event. Good luck!