You're probably right, she probably meant cold. I would just leave it like that. It made me smile.
I know that I would love this, too. My family doesn't eat these types of salads either ...but it's their losses.
Today I made Watergate salad and 5 cup salad to take in to school for the lunch that the PTA was providing today. They were so good...if I do say so myself!!

I grew up with my Mom making both of them for picnics and other family gatherings. Neither my dh nor my kids would taste them. I added maraschino cherries to both for a little added color. Now I'm wishing that I would've save a little bit for me. lol!