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What is demo: Definition and 200 Discussions

  1. N

    Sip & Dip Friday: Need Yummy Demo Recipes?

    Anyone have any really good recipes for a sip & dip show?? I have the last friday of the month and I am looking for good demo recipes. Thanks!!
  2. kam

    Deduction Question for Demo Ingredients

    I know that when I practice PC recipes, the ingredients are tax-deductible. I thought I read on here that I can test each recipe TWICE. Is that twice a YEAR or twice forever?? So if I tested Asian Pork Skillet twice last year, can I test it twice again this year and write-off the ingredients...
  3. erinb

    No Demo Show: What Else Is There To Know?

    I've seen where some consultants say they do a No Demo show....exactly what is it (other than the obvious)
  4. ChefNic

    What Are the Best Recipes for a December Cooking Demo?

    This is my least favorite part of my 'job' ...deciding what to do at a show! I usually do one appetizer and one dessert...one is ready before guests come, and the other I demo. I just feel fresh out of ideas. thanks.
  5. Christ Follower

    What are your go-to appetizers for a Bites and Bevs themed show?

    I have a host (the show is THIS Thursday) that has not liked any of my recipe choices for a Bites and Bevs theme show. What are your favorites to demo? I'm trying to take into account products used, crowd pleasing, bake time etc. A good friend of mine recommended the Hot Brocolli Dip. I...
  6. J

    Organizing a Mega Show: Demo & Planning Ideas

    Has anyone done a Mega Show? I need demo ideas and organizing/planning ideas...
  7. feather18

    First Show Sans Demo: Navigating New Territory

    Hey I have a show this Sunday, and it will be my first show where i DO NOT have a demo infront of me. I am making the 30 min chicken, then the garlic bites... THEN... NOthing!! Who does these shows, and what do you do after.. catalog walk thru? Im very confused on that. I just dont want to...
  8. feather18

    Discovering the Products Used in No Demo Shows: Insight and Tips

    I am really interested to know what products you use when you do the No Demo shows... what order do you show them.. how do you make them flow....? TIA :D :love: :D
  9. heat123

    Is the Um a Part of Your Demo -Always?

    I am debating on taking this unit out of my bag and not bring it with to every show! I can only get it to work 1/2 the time! I want to start bringing less with me so I want to narrow it down to: cookware, stoneware, SA and basics I use in a recipe. Do you always demo the UM? Just curious? I...
  10. R

    Preparing Brie with Nuts & a Jalapeno Pepper Flower: Recipe Demo Help!

    I'm making the featured brie recipe for a host tomorrow evening. She requested it. She has however asked me to do half without the nuts. Will the recipe turn out ok without the nuts? Hs anyone seen the recipe demoed where the jalapeno pepper is cut into a flower shape and placed on top of the...
  11. mommyhugz1978

    How Do You Effectively Distribute Catalogs and Order Forms During Your Demo?

    I am curious how long your demo last? And how early do you arrive at the host house??? When do you hand out catalogs and order forms?? I had a routine down but the past couple of shows..... have been very different and about half way through my demo they want order forms and catalogs...
  12. mommyhugz1978

    What Is Everyone's Fave Recipe to Demo

    I wanted to know what everyone's fave recipe to demo is so far this fall selling season??? And what products do you use the most when demoing this recipe???I am trying to add more recipes into my demo repator... however..... I am not sure what is actually a good recipe to demo and what is just a...
  13. feather18

    Warm Nutty Brownies: Demo Tips & Tricks

    Hey all, I didnt want to steal the previous thread about the warm nutty browines, but just have a small question.. I am demoing this on my next show and havent demo it before. Would you have the brownie batter already prepared and ready to pour? and the nuts and stuff already chopped? Oh also...
  14. C

    Bevs & Bites: Cooking Demo for Young Partygoers

    I have a show coming up at the end of this month where the host is a young, 22 year old male who loves to cook, never had a show before, never bought a product before but wants to not only buy the consultant kit because it's a steal but I suggested him having his own show and inviting friends...
  15. B

    Is a Cooking Demo Necessary for a Successful Grand Opening?

    I'm having a Grand Opening and I was wondering if it would be okay not to do a demo? I'll make the recipes and show the products and of course have info about the business opportunity (and show the DVD)...but, do I have to do a cookng demo? Advice please:)
  16. J

    Need Quick Recipe Ideas for Tangy Brie & Stone Demo Tomorrow Night

    I have a host who wants the Tangy Brie at her show. She also has the fluted stone (still new in the box) but wants me to use it during the demo. I do not own this stone so I have no idea what to make with it. I did borrow her stone to "try" it. I made the micro cake w/ frosting dropped into...
  17. kam

    Preparing for My First Show: Ham & Cheese Brunch Squares Demo

    Hello all, I am getting ready to sign and order my kit, but I am trying to get ready for my first show in the meantime. I searched on this site and found some really nice demo run-throughs for specific recipes and shows. These have given me a great starting point. I am in the process...
  18. D

    Looking for Appetizer Recommendations for Demo

    I do not want to make the artichoke cups! Any good demo app recipes out there? Thanks!
  19. D

    Find the Perfect Recipe & Learn How to Demo Easily

    Can someone tell me where to find this recipe? Also, do recommend this as easy to demo? Thanks!
  20. chefheidi2003

    Demo vs No Demo: Exploring the Impact on Sales Results

    I have read several threads on here where people say that they don't do a demo...I was wondering how many of you have gone away from doing a demo and what kind of results you have seen. I was thinking about trying it but I want to know what other people think of it. TIA
  21. Smashie

    Recipes You Would Make/Would Never Demo

    Yesterday I made the Jerk Chicken Nachos and found them to be very easy to make, and would demo perfectly. I have also tried the mini pesto pizzas and they were fairly easy too ( i would recommend pre-making the pesto though). I would NEVER demo the new Chocolate Mint Silk Torte. My...
  22. C

    Chocolate Bliss Show: Brownies, Drinks & 8" Pans Demo

    I am doing a chocolate bliss show next sunday. We are making the brownies, but I told her that I would make a drink or something else. Anyone know of any good chocolate drinks (besides the chocolatini's)? Also, what can I demo in the 8" Executive Pan? I want to push that cookware!!!
  23. C

    soHow Does This Work--New Ss 12" Skillet Demo...

    The Asian Pork & Noodle Skillet uses the 12" SS pan, correct? So how do I order it for my demo? It's not on the sample order. How do we do that?
  24. Cindycooks

    Wow! Another Great Cookware Demo!

    I got this from my upline last night. It is awesome. I just finished listening to the audio (amazing). I'm attaching this becuase it is too long to post - it the notes from the teleclass and the audio. I'm so pumped up now to sell cookware after Allison's demo she posted this morning and...
  25. Cindycooks

    Wow - Another Great Cookware Demo!

    This is awesome - I got it from my upline last night and I just finished listening to the audio (amazing) and reading the notes. Lots of GREAT ideas! I'm attaching this because it is too long to post and I though y'all would like to save it in your files. Hopefully the audio will work...
  26. chef_kimmo

    Find the Perfect Recipe for Your Demo Tonight | Stainless Steel Tips

    I am supposed to do the demo tonight and am worried about what to make. I have been asked to talk about the stainless steel and would like to make something. We always bring recipes to share but I would like to know those that attend the meeting could taste too. Help me to choose, Puhleeease...
  27. smallfarmmom

    Ice Cube Melting Demo in 8" Saute Pan: Exploring the Science

    Can someone tell me what you say when doing the ice cube melting demo in your 8" saute pan? What is the science behind it?
  28. MomToEli

    What Can You Create in One Hour at the State Fair? Share Your Ideas!

    Hi Everyone! I am doing three live cooking demo's at our state fair - the first one being next Saturday! For one of the shows all of the tools will be there and I bring the ingredients. I am restricted to one of 4 recipes. I'm going to do the Taffy Apple Pizza. I have to bake the cookie...
  29. M

    Are You Selling the Benefits or Features of Your Products?

    So I've been partying with friends and family since end of April, 11 shows so far, and I have this problem. Everyone loves the products when I demo them but noone buys them. They ooh and aah over the spinner and the saute pan but I haven't sold a single one yet. Same with the Mandoline. I...
  30. pamperedape

    Understanding the Try Me & Ice Cube Demo

    but could someone explain the "try me" piece... and the ice cube demo? Thanks!!
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