NOW YOU'RE COOKING
NOW YOU'RE COOKING |
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April 16, 2008 |
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There must have been great rejoicing the day early man first discovered the rewards of applying heat to his hunted and gathered bounty. Of course, we’re guessing it was only the next day that he began a quest to improve his fire pit, and lo, these many years later, most of us can’t remember a time before the modern stove and range graced our kitchens. | |
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If the kitchen stove has seemed to you more forgotten necessity than stylish centerpiece, perhaps it’s time to reconsider your options. Today’s appliances have attitude, and you might be amazed at the wealth of choices available. | |
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Since the late 19th century, Bertazzoni has been producing high quality ranges with extraordinary design details and professional caliber functionality. The Heritage 36” Pro Gas Range has six triple-ring, high efficiency, sealed burners in varying sizes, and a convection oven, all eager to serve the serious cook. But the shiny chrome details and brushed stainless steel are still every bit as beautiful when it’s off. |
If space is at a premium in your nest, you’ll positively marvel at Boffi’s Single-Mono-Block Kitchen System. The modular design allows for the installation of a stove or microwave in the lower compartment (or even just a storage space if you prefer) and a range top (or sink) above. When you’re finished preparing a meal, you can lower the lid and close the door to reassemble the streamlined cube. Your guests will wonder how exactly you produced such a lavish spread… |
For a sleek stove that doesn’t disappear, we love the Ikea Praktfull Pro A51S; it has a five-burner range and forced-air oven with convection baking and broiling functions, and those Swedish design mavens have added a handful of thoughtful details to make your life easier. The door is removable for easy cleaning, and hallelujah, the Minute Minder timer will actually shut the oven off if you happen to be out of the room when it sounds. |
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Not every appliance can boast invention by a Nobel prize winning physicist, but the artful AGA Cooker, created in 1922 by Gustaf Dalén, sure can. The cast-iron AGA runs on radiant heat, efficiently maintaining its temperature whether it’s in use or not. Distinctive touches, like the Boiling and Simmering Plates with signature hinged covers, and the multiple ovens with their gently curving doors, are unique to the line. The Four-Oven Gas Model is the flagship, but smaller two- and three-oven units are also available, all in a stunning variety of colors, from brights to neutrals. |
So…you’ve got appliance decisions to make! With all the possibilities, we have a feeling you’ll be turning up the heat and finding excuses to stay in the kitchen. |
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