Trying Out Something New - Feedback Requested

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around participants sharing their thoughts and experiences regarding the use of disposable grilling planks. Some express curiosity about the product, while others discuss pricing and potential uses.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Opinion-based
  • Anecdotal

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses uncertainty about the grilling planks and seeks feedback from others who have used them.
  • Another participant mentions that at a cluster meeting, they calculated the cost of the planks to be over $3 each with shipping, and they are participating in a contest to sell them.
  • Several participants feel that the planks are pricey for disposable items but suggest they could make nice gifts, particularly for Father's Day.
  • One participant compares the planks to last year's paper napkins, predicting they may not sell well.
  • Another participant shares their experience of using paper napkins in displays, noting that they seem to be well-received by customers.
  • Some participants express excitement about the planks but also concern over their cost and the recommended usage.
  • One participant mentions that they have never used grilling planks but are considering trying them.
  • Several users discuss the availability of reusable planks at similar prices and express uncertainty about how to market the disposable ones.
  • A few participants inquire about the proper usage of the planks, with one mentioning a demo available on a community platform.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the pricing and marketability of the grilling planks, with no clear consensus on their potential success.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and opinions about the grilling planks, including their thoughts on pricing and potential uses, without making definitive claims about product effectiveness.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to Pampered Chef consultants considering the sale of grilling planks or those looking for insights on customer reception and marketing strategies.

rennea
rennea
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Has anyone used these yet?? I don't know what to think of them yet. I would like to try them and would like any feed back from anybody who has used them.
Thanks
 
I haven't used them yet but at my cluster meeting we figured that they were over $3 each with shipping for a disposible plank... we have a contest going to see who can sell any!
 
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I'm kind of think that it's a little pricey for disposable planks but would make a nice special Father's day gift maybe done up with some of our oil and rubs!
 
I think that they will be last year's equivalent to the tiles paper napkins.......I don't see them selling very well.
 
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pamperedlinda said:
I think that they will be last year's equivalent to the tiles paper napkins.......I don't see them selling very well.
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pssst~just between you and me, I am one of the few it seems that sell those evil paper napkins;) :p
 
rennea said:
pssst~just between you and me, I am one of the few it seems that sell those evil paper napkins;) :p
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no way!!! I didn't think any of them sold!!!
 
rennea said:
I'm kind of think that it's a little pricey for disposable planks but would make a nice special Father's day gift maybe done up with some of our oil and rubs!
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I think that'd be a good selling point! Probably the only real selling point. :rolleyes:
 
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pamperedlinda said:
no way!!! I didn't think any of them sold!!!
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A friend had a party and I ask her if I could add the napkins to her order that way I would get the 20% off and minus commission. I use them in my display and people seem to really like them. I think the key is to use them somehow when you set up. Don't know, works for me;)
 
I got excited when I first saw the planks then I saw the recommended usage combined with the cost and thought the same as above... I'm sure somewhere though they will sell! I do like my salmon on the grill in the summer...
 
I have never used grilling planks so I thought that they were a little pricy....who knows...maybe i'll give them a shot and fall in love with them.
 
janetupnorth said:
I got excited when I first saw the planks then I saw the recommended usage combined with the cost and thought the same as above... I'm sure somewhere though they will sell! I do like my salmon on the grill in the summer...
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I thought the same when I first saw them! One of my favorite restaurants has a specialty = Planked Whitefish...love it! However, anywhere that sells grills and grilling supplies also sells planks - at about $3-4 each, and are reusable...so I'm not sure how to market these - I'd still like to hear from someone who has actually used them. (Mine should be here any day now - but we have 3 feet of snow on our deck, so won't be grilling for awhile!)
 
rennea said:
I'm kind of think that it's a little pricey for disposable planks but would make a nice special Father's day gift maybe done up with some of our oil and rubs!
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Funny, I bought some planks from maybe William Sonoma for a Father's day gift a few years ago too but even those I think were cheaper? I wonder how well they will sell??
 
ChefBeckyD said:
I thought the same when I first saw them! One of my favorite restaurants has a specialty = Planked Whitefish...love it! However, anywhere that sells grills and grilling supplies also sells planks - at about $3-4 each, and are reusable...so I'm not sure how to market these - I'd still like to hear from someone who has actually used them. (Mine should be here any day now - but we have 3 feet of snow on our deck, so won't be grilling for awhile!)
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I'm with you, I dont have the snow, but I sent in an order bright & early on the 1st & its STILL just saying recieved....:(
 
How exactly do you use the planks?
 
DMB75 said:
How exactly do you use the planks?
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They have a little demo on CC...I think you wet it first, then season your fish, put it on the plank & grill it.....:)
 
Ginger428 said:
They have a little demo on CC...I think you wet it first, then season your fish, put it on the plank & grill it.....:)
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So they can be used with a gas grill? I'll have to go to CC and check it out. Thanks
 
DMB75 said:
So they can be used with a gas grill? I'll have to go to CC and check it out. Thanks
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I think they can be used anywhere but indoors....HTH
 

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