Ranges and Cooktops
Frigidaire Gallery Debuts On-trend Air Fry Range
Electrolux has launched new products with industry-first innovations, including the Frigidaire Gallery front-control range with Air Fry, and a fully customizable refrigerator drawer.
In a recent consumer study, nearly 83 percent of consumers stated Air Fry was a critical or important factor in their purchase decision. Frigidaire Gallery® is the first to bring a range with Air Fry to market. The new Frigidaire Gallery front control range with Air Fry means consumers can now make healthier, crisp and delicious meals using the hottest trend in cooking while eliminating the need for an expensive, bulky countertop appliance.
Meeting cooking needs with True Convection and a Flexible Five Burner Cooktop, the Frigidaire Gallery range offers time-saving features like quick preheat.
Available in gas, electric, and induction. The induction cooktop is faster than gas or electric, easier to clean, and delivers consistent results, every time.
The new range will be available in the third quarter of 2019, with an MSRP of $1,499- 1,699.
The new Frigidaire Gallery® four-door refrigerator offers the market’s widest range in temperature settings from -6 degrees to 45 degrees. It’s the first refrigerator on the market with a drawer that can fully convert from a refrigerator to a freezer.
It’s easy to access frequently used items with adjustable storage, including a flip-up shelf to fit taller items and an expandable door bin, with the SpaceWise® Organization system. Auto CrispSeal™ crisper drawers keep food fresh longer.
The new refrigerator will be available in February with an MSRP of $3,599
The new Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher is quick and quiet. Its Dual OrbitClean® wash system removes tough, dried and baked-on food. Its MaxBoost™ Dry3 gives fast drying performance.
The new dishwasher is available now, with an MSRP of $849.
To learn more about Frigidaire® and its full range of innovative home appliances, visit www.frigidaire.com.
LG Electronics Partners With Tovala
LG Electronics USA is expanding its smart kitchen appliance partnerships with plans to integrate Tovala – the effortless cooking solution and meal service – into 2019 LG smart ovens and ranges this year. LG smart cooking appliances will be the first in the industry to offer Tovala compatibility. By adding Tovala to LG Electronics’ robust array of smart cooking platform integrations – including Innit®, SideChef and Drop demonstrated at this week’s 2019 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show – LG is spearheading the smart kitchen revolution.
Tovala, creators of a unique all-in-one appliance and gourmet meal service which work together to make home cooking effortless, will integrate their Tovala IQ™ technology with select LG Electronics smart ovens and ranges. Tovala Meals are prepared by professional chefs and delivered straight to customers’ doorstep. To cook them, customers only need to complete one minute of final prep, then scan the meal’s barcode with the Tovala mobile app, place their meal in their LG oven and press start on their app. From there, the LG smart range or oven automatically preheats and cycles through a variety of temperatures and cooking techniques specific to the meal to create perfect textures and flavors. In 20 minutes or less, customers enjoy a delicious, freshly cooked meal—without any of the prep work or cleanup. Tovala Meals are offered through a weekly meal subscription in flexible plans ranging from 3-12 meals per week available at Tovala.com.
Another new smart kitchen innovation is Signature Kitchen Suite’s True Sommelier™ app, which helps wine collectors manage their personal collections on the brand’s new integrated wine column refrigerators. Powered by Wine Ring‘s patented machine learning, this is the first smart software that learns preferences and makes wine recommendations, including food and wine pairings, for individuals and groups based on the wines stored in the user’s cellar.
LG Electronics’ expansive smart home appliance portfolio features full kitchen suites, laundry appliances, air purifiers, air conditioners, vacuums and more. Users can control key features via a single smartphone app or with voice commands using Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant on select models.
To learn more about LG and Signature Kitchen Suite’s industry-leading portfolio of personalized customer support innovations for Wi-Fi connected appliances, visit www.lg.com and www.signaturekitchensuite.com.
Fisher & Paykel Appliances Makes KBIS/IBS 2019 Debut
Fisher & Paykel will be exhibiting at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS) from February 19-21 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The New Zealand-founded brand will introduce several new product platforms and showcase its most comprehensive ever collection of premium kitchen appliances, that demonstrate an insightful, human-centric design philosophy.
This will be the first exhibition at which Fisher & Paykel has displayed its distinctive design styles – Contemporary, Classic, Professional, and Outdoor – as cohesive installations. The booth will also feature The Social Kitchen™, an interactive area that will take attendees on a uniquely New Zealand-inspired design and food experience led by Fisher & Paykel team members.
“We believe in offering ultimate kitchen solutions with products that fit seamlessly into modern life. For the show, we’ve developed vignettes that showcase our comprehensive and versatile suite of appliances that are beautiful to use and offer exceptional performance,” says Kevin Dexter, Fisher & Paykel President of North America. “This includes our revolutionary DishDrawer™ dishwasher and CoolDrawer™ multi-temperature drawer, Classic and Professional Ranges, Built-in Ovens (convection, steam and microwave), Integrated Column Refrigerators and Freezers, the DCS Series 9 Grill and a host of companion products.”
For The Social Kitchen experience, Fisher & Paykel will treat attendees to four signature tastings highlighting the diverse flora and fauna of New Zealand: Kawakawa tea served from a unique stone induction unit, toasted Manuka honey marshmallows, a Noble Riesling sherbet, and a gold kiwifruit syrup served over shaved ice. These taste sensations will be accompanied with stories that embody Fisher & Paykel’s The Social Kitchen philosophy, in which the heart of the home is where food, friends and family come together.
“The event will be a chance for visitors to experience first-hand our respect for food and obsession with product details,” adds General Manager Design, Mark Elmore, whose tenure with the brand spans more than 30 years. “It’s also an opportunity to hear from Fisher & Paykel’s product developers about how our land and culture influence design simplicity, performance and quality.”
Members of the executive and design teams including Elmore, Dexter and CEO Stuart Broadhurst will be on hand to discuss the Fisher & Paykel product portfolio and design-led brand ethos in more detail. “We look forward to welcoming KBIS and IBS attendees into our world, to interact with our appliances as they would in their own home,” concludes Dexter.
Verona Appliances Introduces Prestige Collection
Verona Appliances, crafted in Italy and made for the U.S. market, introduces the Prestige collection to its award-winning line of ranges. The new dual fuel and all-gas ranges combine the features that customers have grown to love with an upgraded look that is only surpassed by its high-powered capabilities. The collection is available in a highly sought-after 36-inch option that adds professional performance to any space.
Aesthetic upgrades include new continuous grates, beveled doors, rounded handles, spindle legs, and an upgraded knob design. The 36-inch range is offered in stainless steel, true white, matte black and burgundy colors with both single and a unique double oven configuration for a more personalized array of choices that accommodate virtually any kitchen design.
“Verona Appliances is dedicated to creating quality products that fit the functional and design-centric needs of the modern homeowner,” said Melissa Haber, Vice President, EuroChef USA. “The Prestige series combines all of the most praised functions of our previous lines of ranges with beautiful new upgrades that bring even more power and style into the kitchen.”
In addition to the aesthetic upgrades, the Prestige features five semi-sealed gas burners, electronic ignition, flame failure safety device and an easy-to-clean porcelain oven cavity. The dual fuel options are equipped with multi-function European convection ovens that provide seven cooking modes and the gas options feature a pro-style infrared broiler. The entire collection features porcelainized cast-iron burner grates and caps as well as high BTU burners that can simmer down to 700 BTUs for more delicate dishes.
Suggested retail price starts at $3,099 for the dual fuel single oven in stainless steel. For more information, visit www.veronaappliances.com.
Thermador Redefines Culinary Experience
Thermador, an iconic American luxury home appliance brand, has announced the most significant product launch in the brand’s 102-year history: Masterpiece® and Professional. In launching more than 300 new products, Thermador continues to break the boundaries of innovation, design, and technology while building a personal connection with consumers.
Freedom® Induction Cooktop
Thermador’s unprecedented product launch includes the revolutionary Freedom® Induction Cooktop. The cooktop’s entire surface — the largest fully usable cooking surface on the market within its class — can be used as one large cooking area, allowing for up to six pots or pans to be heated simultaneously in any position. Cooks can enjoy freedom of movement without having to adjust settings: The cooktop automatically detects the presence of the cookware and transfers all programmed settings to the next location whenever it is shifted, offering more responsiveness and flexibility than ever before.
The cooktop comes in 30- and 36-inch models that users can control with an enhanced full-color touch screen with clear, vibrant displays. With smart, intuitive features such as Cooktop Hood Sync, which allows for synchronization between the cooktop and matching hood for task lighting and ventilation, the Freedom® Induction Cooktop delivers an elevated cooking experience.
Thermador Gas Cooktops
Thermador also launched gas cooktops delivering precise control and innovative design. The latest iteration offers Raised Pedestal Star® Burners that improve cleaning ability and prevent the flame from heating or baking a spill on the surface, as well as new knob features with updated graphics and lighting. Additional new features include a new XLO® Select Simmer with five precise simmer settings, newly designed contemporary patterned grates, and a new glass control panel design.
Convection, Steam and Speed Ovens
With the newly designed convection, steam and speed ovens, Thermador introduces a collection of cooking appliances that cater to a variety of culinary endeavors spanning the Masterpiece® and Professional styles. All-new convection ovens boast a multitude of preset modes, while the groundbreaking new steam ovens feature a large steam capacity of 2.5 cubic feet with 30-inch width and multiple racks. Additionally, the all-new speed ovens combine speed convection, broiling and microwaving into one powerful unit.
Design
For cooks who prefer a modern, sleek and refined look, the Masterpiece® Collection boasts an elegant aesthetic – complete with metallic gray glass, vibrant color displays and sleek, contemporary handles crafted with high-quality stainless steel. For a look that makes a grand statement, the Professional Collection exudes bold features and bright color displays, striking metallic gray glass and distinct handles crafted with high-quality stainless steel. Every element of the new Collections has been designed to suit consumers’ most ambitious culinary desires while also allowing for flush installation.
Home Connect Enabled
The groundbreaking launch also marks the debut of the Thermador Connected Experience by Home Connect, which connects consumers to exclusive content, unique partnerships and customized product guidance. With features such as Remote Start, mobile notifications, and access to user manuals, the Thermador Connected Experience is also compatible with other smart devices used in the home. When products are paired with Home Connect, coffee is personalized with preparation suggestions, unique wine pairing recipes help enhance the culinary experience, and the perfect steak is discovered through smart tools, recipes and expert knowledge that helps cooks reach their culinary goals. In addition to enabling user control of the appliances through the Home Connect™ app, tips and tricks and remote diagnostics deliver the ultimate consumer experience.
For more information about the new Thermador appliances, visit www.thermador.com.
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