Jack Daly

Many of the TCT team had an incredible day today with Jack Daly. He's a US sales/trainer which I wasn't sure how relevant he'd be for TCT. Unbelievable - probably the best, most thought provoking (and provocative) SOBs (his words) I've ever heard. If I haven't made the time to put at least 3 tips into practice before Easter, hit me with a griddle pan.

NZ response

Wow - the kiwis are almost flying, they are so excited by TCT's offer in NZ. Chris, Libby and Angela gave an amazing performance last night in Auckland, doubling TCT's NZ team and getting the details of 200 people who want to find more!!!!! Awesome effort guys. NZ is going to be bigger than Aust at this rate.

Creme caramel

Someone who I thought would know better has just bought a commercial creme caramel as a "special treat". this has to be one of the easiest recipes to make yourself, with the special treat being the look on the kids' faces when they help and then taste the outcome. TCT's recipe is very easy to follow.

Going to the next stage

Very exciting - the NZ "Dream Team" responded very enthusiastically to the new initiatives planned to grow TCT across the Tasman. As enthusiastic has been the reponse TCT is receiving from NZ'ers. Together, this a fantastic recipe for the next stage of TCT's development. If you know anyone looking for a ground floor opportunity, don't be shy.....

Rhubarb

Amie took Rhubarb to a new level with her Rhubarb & Raspberry Cobbler. You have got to try this. The kids are going to kill me as Amie made an extra pan for me to take home but I left it sitting on the bench and I'm off to Melbourne tomorrow.

ChefsClub

Awesome training session tonight. Cherie McK explained the benefits of ChefsClub perfectly - get 1 point for every $ spent and save up your points for your next Cooking Party. I was particularly impressed with her explanation of the benfits of buying Chefs Essentials rather than just the saute pan as the higher purchase instantly gives an extra free product.

NZ launch

Very exciting. The Chefs Toolbox is finally launching in New Zealand http://www.chefstoolbox.co.nz/ . Kiwis love party plan, have more mortgage stress than Australia, love cooking but have nowhere to buy quality cookware. It seems every New Zealander that hears about Chefs Toolbox wants to become a consultant. It's starting to look like TCT will be bigger in NZ - now there's a challenge!!!