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Pie Wizard Character Profile
"Wouldn't the world be a better place if everyone had the perfect party?". A simple question that has
coincidentally become the Cool Creations Gangs motto.
Every day as the Pie Wizard awakes from his night of dreamy slumber, the first thing he thinks about
is this very statement. He then spends every last minute of his day making it happen. At times the gang
wonder if he spent a little more of his time practicing his spells, they wouldn't backfire nearly so
often. But then again, it can be quite entertaining watching a wizard try to figure out where he went
wrong! But at the end of the day he means well and no-ones complaining come pie time when they all get
to taste his magic treats! Anyway, backfiring spells aren't all bad, without them they wouldn't have Eggo
now would they?
Fun Facts
Houdini is still one of the ten most recognised celebrity names in the world today!
Harry Potter and Gandalf are the world's most popular wizards.
The fastest magician, Eldon D. Wigton ("Dr. Eldoonie") performed 225 different tricks in 2 minutes on April 21, 1991!
The highest price paid for a single playing card is $9,900! Dated back to 1717, it was used as currency in Canada!
Did you know that pie pastry is believed to have been created by the ancient Greeks? Scientists have even found a recipe for a sheep's cheese pie dating back to 200 B.C.!
Party Hints And Tips
When planning your party, there are no right or wrongs. But there are things you can do to make sure you have all bases covered. Here are just a couple of the things we do to make the perfect party perfect. Remember, these are just a few ideas; the rest is up to you!
Games
Fun fun for everyone!
There are a million-and-one games to play at parties, it all depends on what is right for you! We feel
no party is complete without at least a game or two, but as fun as they are, they can also be a bit
tricky...
Think about who you have invited. Will they all be able to play? And hey, think about how many people
you have invited, you don't want one game to take hours to play. If there are a lot of people, think of
a game that has multiple people playing at once like dodgeball for instance, or a game with a quick
rotation of turns, like pin the tail on the donkey.
Chess is not a good party game!
Why not try a wacky-relay? All you need is a bunch of crazy clothes (maybe mum and dads old stuff? Ask first!) and instead of handing over a baton to your team-mate, before you take-off you have to put on a new piece of clothing!
When, Where, HOW???
Too much fun, not too long
Think of a way to keep the party going. No-one likes a party to drag! A good way to do this is to
sit down with your party-planners and think of how many activities you want to do and how long they may
take. As tempting as it may be, try not to make the party too long. You would rather have a jam-packed
party than run out of things to do. Leave people wanting more, not wanting to leave!
How Polite!
Please and thank you go a long way!
Remember your manners! Sometimes Cornelius tends to forget his, but we know he means well he just
gets a bit carried away with all the fun. Without your friends and family there would be no party, and
without a party there is no us! Always remember to thank people if they bring gifts or help in any way.
Sometimes it can be nice to write a little thank you note to pop into the loot bags for the end of the
party. That way your friends will have a little memento from your special day!
Tasty Treats!
Remember, be creative! Food is a great way to keep the energy levels up for your party. Instead of one
big banquet, why not try little snack breaks between activities? This way you can keep the party goers
happy without being too full to play!
You can even think of crazy ways to mix and match your Cool Creations. For example, have you ever
wondered what would happen if Snowy and Mikey Martian were in the kitchen together? Did someone say
THICKSHAKES???
Most Importantly...
HAVE FUN!!!
Recipes
Chunky Meat Pie
Makes 4
Ingredients
- 200g beef steak, chopped
- 2 tablespoons plain flour
- 1 teaspoon beef stock, powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worecestershire® sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 1 large sheet short crusty pastry
- 1 standard sheet puff pastry
Instructions
- Preheat the pie maker for 5 minutes or until ready light comes on.
- Toss steak in combined flour, stock powder and pepper.
- Heat oil in a Sunbeam Frypan; cook steak and onions until browned.
- Add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 7 minutes; cool.
- Using the large cutter cut 4 large circles in the shortcrust pastry then with the smaller cutter cut 4 circles in the puff pastry.
- Place 2 shortcrust pastry rounds into the pie holes making sure that the pastry slightly overlaps where the incisions have been cut.
- Place a 1/3 cup of filling into the pastry and top with the puff pastry.
- Close lid and cook for about 7 minutes. Once ready carefully remove pies from the pie maker and wipe clean if necessary.
- Repeat with remaining pies.