Party for the Senses Tips

[parrotheadlois]

For those who have not previously attended the PFTS, a few suggestions:

1. Find a table and chairs ASAP! They get taken very quickly and there never seem to be enough. (I know some people disagree with this, but one year we failed in our quest for a table, I ended up sitting on the Cirque de Soleil stage whenever possible so I could eat, and also, I just can’t be on my feet that long.)

2. Always leave someone to guard your seats (they will disappear if left unattended). Since there are only 2 of us, one of us gets to eat (and peruse the program), while the other goes hunting and gathering.

3. If you are limited to one program per group, do not leave it unattended (it will disappear). We find it useful so we can see what we’ve eaten and what our next target might be (we also check off what we’ve eaten if we remember to bring a pen).

4. Avoid the “celebrity” chef stations until later in the evening. People tend to flock to them first and lines can be very long. This includes Food Network chefs and, probably, Rock from Hell’s Kitchen.

5. If the program shows a winery you really want to try, go there first. Some products are in short supply for the event and will disappear early.

6. Particularly toward the end of the evening, when lines are short, do talk to the chefs about their creations – they appreciate it.

And – have fun!!! (we'll be there on October 11th!!)

 

[hayanyujah847]

Thanks for the tips~! =)

 

[TDC Nala]

Have you seen the scan of the program from 10/4 that was put on the restaurant board?

That program won't be much help. It listed the chefs - but not the food offerings or where they were located.

Am hoping to hear that they've brought back the more detailed program for the remaining parties.

 

[lilyv]

For those who have not previously attended the PFTS, a few suggestions:

1. Find a table and chairs ASAP! They get taken very quickly and there never seem to be enough. (I know some people disagree with this, but one year we failed in our quest for a table, I ended up sitting on the Cirque de Soleil stage whenever possible so I could eat, and also, I just can’t be on my feet that long.)

2. Always leave someone to guard your seats (they will disappear if left unattended). Since there are only 2 of us, one of us gets to eat (and peruse the program), while the other goes hunting and gathering.

3. If you are limited to one program per group, do not leave it unattended (it will disappear). We find it useful so we can see what we’ve eaten and what our next target might be (we also check off what we’ve eaten if we remember to bring a pen).

4. Avoid the “celebrity” chef stations until later in the evening. People tend to flock to them first and lines can be very long. This includes Food Network chefs and, probably, Rock from Hell’s Kitchen.

5. If the program shows a winery you really want to try, go there first. Some products are in short supply for the event and will disappear early.

6. Particularly toward the end of the evening, when lines are short, do talk to the chefs about their creations – they appreciate it.

And – have fun!!! (we'll be there on October 11th!!)

There are lots of ways to attend the PTFS.....And for those who would like to not worry about saving seats, there is hope! We had a great time exploring the food and wine offerings TOGETHER, without worrying about saving/squatting a table. If the table is very important, by all means save it. But if you enjoy visiting with other guests, walking around with your significant other, then enjoy your evening that way. The low table were carefully guarded on Oct 4th, but the high ones had lots of friendly folks who were happy to share.

Rock Harper was lots of fun, and we talked to him and sampled his food very early in the eve-his was the second booth we went to. Not a problem.

There was PLENTY of food and drink. I didn't see anyone who didn't have enough of anything.

Folks should enjoy their evening their way..do whatever they like, and what is comfortable for them.

Hope everyone has a wonderful time at the future PTFS!!!!

 

[safetymom]

Rock Harper was great. My daughter got her picture with him. His station didn't have long lines.

There were no menus when we went last week.

We were at the front of the pack. 4 of us looking for a table with chairs struck out. We had a tall table all evening.

I agree about watching your table. Just relax and enjoy the evening. There are plenty of CM's walking around if you have any problems.

 

[BriarRosie]

I used to feel the need to find a table, park myself there, and keep returning to it....until last year's PFTS.

In prior years, I would often pass by a station that looked interesting on my way to or from other stations. Then when I wanted to find the item I wanted to try later, I had a difficult time finding it.

So last year, while my friends did head to the back of the venue and got a four top table with seating, I did return to it if I was grazing nearby. But then I deviated from that by deciding this year to hit each color-coded area and move on to the next one, weaving my way towards the front of the room.

I have to say that method exceeded my expectations. I found friendly people more than willing to let me park my plate on the high top tables to take my photos of the food, and I didn't feel the need to backtrack.

I always do hit the Sam Adams table for the Utopias very early, though. That stuff is served by the thimbleful, and yet they run out of it before the end of the night.

 

[*NikkiBell*]

This will be our very first PFTS this weekend. I am so excited!!!! I plan on doing what Briar says and grazing around. We are not going to bother ourselves with hunting and keeping a table. Instead, we'll just walk around and nosh our way through. If we get tired, we'll just find a spot to rest and then press on.

Has anybody heard what kinds of truffles they have this year? I heard that they have run out in previous years, but what about this year?

 

[parrotheadlois]

So, we went to the party Saturday and it was fabulous!!! Great food. We had a good time.

I just needed to say, one of the reasons we snag a table for the evening is that I just can't stand all night (knee pain and the like), last year we didn't get a table and by the end of the evening I was pretty uncomfortable.

But, while we missed the menus on the programs, the "hunter and gatherer" of the two of us, would (try) to remember what the item was and what was in them. But they were all sooo good!!!!!

The color coding was well done

PS - We also went to MNSSHP on Thursday, the 9th - it rained for probably an hour and a half (I thought Florida got brief showers!!!). But, the fireworks happened, and the headless horseman made it to the second parade. It was fun, we'd definitely do it again (and pray for better weather).