Hi everyone,

Just wanted to start by saying a big Hiiiiii!!!......to everyone here and thank-you to the moderators who have accepted me to be part of this wonderful forum. I have been given a brand new thermomix as a gift from my sister who said she actually bought this appliance directly from Germany, one for herself and one for me. I was actually contemplating to buy one from Thermomix Australia, because I wanted the security of the warranty etc etc., but anyways now, Ive got one for free so Im not complaining. The only difference with this one is the plug is European, but other than that it is exactly the same. So Ive just booked in myself for a 'back to basics class' before using the appliance as I dont want to start experimenting with it myself by just pressing buttons. Can anyone suggest what else I need to do? What did you'll do when you first got your thermomix and opened the box at home? (apart from finding bench space in the kitchen)? Any suggestions and advice would be greatly appreciated! and any tips I need to know or books that will help me learn to use it to its full potential.