Pre-newbie in Toronto Canada

[LauraTO]

Hello everyone,
I'm so new I actually haven't even had my demo yet, how keen can I be?!  It's a few days away, but I already know I'm sold.

I first heard of Thermomix during a trip to Australia last year, and I've been obsessed ever since.  What really sold me was cantaloupe sorbet made in about 10 seconds flat. When the hostess made powdered icing sugar from coarse raw sugar I think my jaw pretty much hit the floor.

Thermomixes don't seem to be at all common here in Canada (yet), but I've been reading these forums, watching youtube videos galore and of course reading tons of blogs.

I can't eat gluten or eggs, so I'm especially excited about the possibilities for my somewhat limited but very healthy diet (well, I try!)

Right now I'm a heavy slow cooker user (I use it almost every day) and while I don't think the thermomix can completely replace it, I'm excited to have so many options for quick dinner that don't need SO much pre-planning.

Looking forward to reporting my progress, asking millions of questions, and learning the ins and outs of my soon to be purchased Thermie!

[cookie1]

Welcome to the forum Laura TO. You have come to the perfect place to find lots of recipes and help. Most of us know exactly how you feel as we felt the same when buying our machines.
I'm sure you have discovered one of members, Helene's blog. She is based in Canada.
http://www.superkitchenmachine.com/

Her site is wonderful too.

[Wonder]

Welcome Laura TO. I also bought prior to my demo over 2 years ago and have never looked back.

[Katj]

Welcome Laura. I know you will  just LOVE your Thermie as we all do. I still get excited when I make something in mine, which could be anything up to 6 times a day! Lol

[astarra]

Hi Laura and welcome. 
I love my Thermomix, but still do use my slowcooker alot too. 

[LauraTO]

@cookie I love Helene's blog, and that's actually what led me here!

I've been saving up my money every month- I actually have a box on my dresser where I have been stashing my cash (hope locals burglars aren't reading this) and it's the first time I've actually saved up cash for something since I was a kid! 

Now that I'm finally near my target, I booked the demo.  I knew it would be game over if I booked the demo before i had finished saving, and then I'd have a credit card bill to feel guilty about.

I think before the demo I need to do a pantry clean-out of unhealthy packaged things that I won't use anymore!  Any suggestions?!

[judydawn]

Hi Laura, welcome to the forum.  I love the way you've gone about buying something you really want and I'm sure you will be really happy with your purchase when it happens.

Check out this posting for new owners, lots of tips and more links provided there.

[achookwoman]

Welcome Laura.  You are going to have just so much fun.  Use the recipes here and ask for help if you need it. 

[jo_nz]

Well done on the savings!
I waited 4 years from when I first saw a thermomix (also on holiday in Aus) until finally buying - at first they weren't available here, and then had to save.  You will find it pays off in no time - we have lower food bills, very infrequent takeaways, more homemade lunches, as well as (mostly) healthier food

The first place I saw one was in a friend's house and she is gluten-free and found it amazing.  It definitely increased her options as she could more easily make wheat-free versions of her old favourites.

Have fun at the demo...and of course when your new machine arrives!

[Cornish Cream]

Welcome to the forum Laura.Enjoy your demo with your Thermomix and gave fun

[mab19]

Welcome to the forum Laura

[trudy]

Welcome to the forum Laura.

[Kimmyh]

Hi Laura and welcome. Enjoy your demo and your thermomix.

[kmw]

Welcome Laura & enjoy your demo.  You will get plenty of tips and recipes for the TM and also find out great links to other sites.

[LauraTO]

Thanks so much for the warm welcome everyone!  You are all so inspiring to me!