Help Needed for SIL's Multi-Purpose Party!

[swtnsssychef]

Okay, so here's my situation.... in a few weeks my SIL is hosting a show for me...but... it's not just going to be a pc show... she is also having my nephew's bday and a housewarming party along with it. She doesn't want me to demonstrate anything, just put together some dips and small appitizers and some drinks... I'm at a loss for this.. do any of you have any recipes for this type of "get together"? What do I do, just sit there and enjoy the party or be "professional" and party later??? Please help me!!!

 

[pamperedlinda]

Sounds to me like she has mistaken you for a caterer.

 

[chefann]

I agree with Linda. It's hard to make sales (our job) when we're not allowed to do a demonstration or presentation.

 

[raebates]

I'd have a talk with her. Is she asking that you do a shortened show or is she asking you to cater the party? Big difference. I'd gladly do the first. The second, no way.

 

[swtnsssychef]

It's basically a shortened show. The only reason she doesn't want me to do a full show is so that I won't have to bring all my products with me. She only wants me to bring the stuff that I'm making the dips with. I think that she means well and was just looking out for me, trying to make it a little easier for me. But I will talk to her tonight and see what's going on exactly. I know that I can talk her into letting me demo some of the dips. So, until I talk to her, can you help me with some recipes? I would like some anyway for future shows and a binder I would like to put together. Thanks so much for your advice!

 

[Chef Endora]

The salsa recipe in the catalog showing off the Salad Chopper that just happens to be one of the host specials for July. The recipe is easy & good!
use the Garlic Press for the garlic. Show off the dip in SA pieces.

The BBQ Pork Salad is really easy. make it ahead & just so happen to have the DCB with you & casually talk about how easy it is to do pork & chicken in the microwave.