What types of rings should I prepare for a huge June party with over 80 guests?

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses preparations for a large party with over 80 guests, focusing on the types of food rings to prepare and how to engage attendees. Participants share their experiences and suggestions regarding food preparation, audience interaction, and the nature of the event.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, emphasizes the importance of not acting as a caterer and suggests that the host prepare some food ahead of time.
  • Another participant shares their experience of a similar event, noting that many attendees were chatty and that only a few placed orders.
  • Several users mention the idea of keeping the demonstration simple, with one suggesting a trifle as a good option for sampling.
  • One participant expresses enthusiasm for specific recipes like the Taco Ring and Pepperoni Braid, highlighting the need for engagement with the audience.
  • Another participant recounts a past experience where they had to prepare too much food, leading to a challenging situation during the demo.
  • One participant notes that the community is not solely composed of seniors, which may affect the dynamics of the event and potential sales.
  • Several participants suggest focusing on one recipe for demonstration while encouraging the host to prepare additional items.
  • One participant highlights the potential for future bookings from attendees, suggesting a positive outlook on the event's possibilities.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the extent of food preparation versus demonstration, with some participants advocating for simplicity and others suggesting more interactive elements. No clear consensus emerges on the best approach to take.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences from similar events, indicating a variety of audience types and expectations. The nature of the community hosting the party appears to influence the strategies discussed.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants preparing for large events or parties may find the shared experiences and suggestions relevant to their planning and execution strategies.

dymplz8
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Well, I just got off the phone with a lady who wants to host a party in June. The kicker is, that she lives in one of those retirement communities and is sending out invitations to every single household - Over 80 homes. :eek: Each month they have a community breakfast and a friend of mine who is the property manager for the community brought some of our rings with breakfast fillings. Now everyone wants the recipe and they want me to prepare different types of rings at their party. Of course I will prepare quite a few ahead of time, but what different types of rings or wreaths do you suggest I do? I'm thinking I'll need about 4 different types. I want the one with the most products to be the one that I actually prepare in front of the ladies . So, this has the potential to be a big party, my friend did a premier jewelry party with this community 2 months ago and had 44 people show up. :sing: Any suggestions on food and how to keep this many women entertained would be great.
 
My best advice is remember, you ARE NOT a caterer. You are there to demo and sell PC stuff.The recipes are for them to taste not eat. You can suggest your host make some ahead of time or make your show more interactive and have groups make them.
 
Keep it simple!! A trifle would be a great sampler....
 
I like the Taco Ring and the Pepperoni Braid. I think this is a great idea!! So many seniors don't get enough attention or invites to parties. Remember they most likely are on fixed incomes.

Bravo to you for doing this!!!!!
 
I did a similar thing recently for a similar group. They called it a fundraiser and had me come to their monthy ladies meeting. Over 50 ladies showed up. They were loud and chatty throughout my demo...and only 12 placed orders. Sales barely hit $800. Seniors are on fixed incomes. It sounds more like they are looking for a caterer. Do ONE recipe. The gal in charge can make as much as she wants ahead of time to feed her people.
 
janetupnorth said:
My best advice is remember, you ARE NOT a caterer. You are there to demo and sell PC stuff.

The recipes are for them to taste not eat.

You can suggest your host make some ahead of time or make your show more interactive and have groups make them.
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Absolutely! If they want to feed the group, they need to prepare the majority of the food. Perhaps a few (5 or 6) could get a recipe (different fillings) from you and they could prepare ahead and bring.

You can then demonstrate how to make a ring in front of the group so they can see how easy it is to prepare. If you have a large attendance, you probably will not want to do this as an interactive show.
 
janetupnorth said:
My best advice is remember, you ARE NOT a caterer. You are there to demo and sell PC stuff.

The recipes are for them to taste not eat.

You can suggest your host make some ahead of time or make your show more interactive and have groups make them.
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This is exactly what I was thinking when I was reading your post...
 
I might do the potato demo or just show different ways to use the products, maybe not necessarily prepare a recipe. Just get a few things to show the products. Unless of course the hostess provides the ingredients, then I would only do ONE recipe.
I had a hostess ask me to make 3 recipes and 2 of each. She had a $1300 show and only 10 people showed, so there was WAY TOO much food. She wanted to do another one and have me make dinner, I told her that I could give her the recipes and she could make extras but I would only be making one recipe at her show. Ended up her hubby lost his job and she cancelled her show. I was disappointed, but kind of relieved. That was REALLY hard work to make that many in just 2 hours. (and it took 2 hours to do all of the cooking!!)
 
Ok, but this could be a great way to get bookings--yes, seniors love to chat and sometimes don't spend much $$, but they can be so darn sweet too! I would do a quick demo--a trifle, and do a quick handout on power/investment cooking--something they can prepare and then freeze in smaller sized portions. Many of them have sons/daughters that like to cook--and many of them are in church groups, etc. I would go for bookings. You could get into a great "relvolving group" this way and it could lead to something big--i have done many shows with seniors that led to church group shows, fundraisers, and many of them "have a daughter that loves Pampered Chef and would love to do a show". Think positive!
 
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Thanks for all of the ideas, I should probably update everyone a bit. I found out that this is not a "retirement community" so it's not full of seniors on a fixed income. It is one of those well to do condo/Villa communities, so there are families and such there as well. I've already had two ladies from this community call in the past two days who cannot make it to the party and each placed an $80 order. :)

I do agree with everyone though, that I'm not there to be a caterer for this group, so I think what I will do is have the lady who is hosting the show prepare one of the rings that they want and then I will demonstrate how to put together another type of ring. I thought I would also print out a paper with different fillings that they can use and also stress that the "All the Best" Cookbook has many different fillings to use as well. They seem to be really excited about learning to make the rings and wreaths.
I'm also going to prepare a red, white & Blue Trifle as well.
 
Hi dymplz8..where in VA are you? I am in Chesterfield, outside of Richmond! Who is your recruiter....director????? Maybe we know each other & don't know it!
 
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I'm in Bedford, VA near Lynchburg.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of rings are best for a large party with over 80 guests?

For a large party, consider preparing a variety of rings that cater to different tastes. Popular options include savory meat and cheese rings, sweet fruit and cream cheese rings, and even dessert rings made with chocolate or pastry. This variety will ensure that there is something for everyone to enjoy.

How can I make my rings visually appealing for the guests?

Presentation is key when serving rings at a large party. Use colorful ingredients and arrange them in an eye-catching manner. Consider garnishing with fresh herbs or edible flowers, and serve the rings on attractive platters or stands to enhance their visual appeal.

Should I prepare rings in advance or make them fresh on the day of the party?

Preparing rings in advance is often a good idea, especially for a large gathering. Many rings can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Just ensure they are covered properly to maintain freshness. However, if you have a signature ring that tastes best fresh, consider making that one on the day of the party.

How many rings should I prepare for 80 guests?

A good rule of thumb is to prepare one ring for every 10 guests, so for 80 guests, you should aim for at least 8 rings. However, if you want to offer a wider variety or if the rings are smaller in size, you might consider preparing 10-12 rings to ensure everyone has enough to sample.

What are some popular ingredients to include in my rings?

Popular ingredients for savory rings include cream cheese, meats like ham or turkey, various cheeses, and fresh vegetables. For sweet rings, consider using fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and bananas, along with cream cheese or whipped topping. Experimenting with different flavor combinations can also add excitement to your offerings.

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