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July 02, 2017
Couscous with Grilled Vegetables
Follow-Up to Espresso-Rubbed Pork Chop RecipeGreat Vegetable July 4th Side DishWe recently shared a recipe for Expresso-Rubbed Pork Chops from True Residential. Now, here is their recipe for Grilled Summer Vegetables with Couscous - a great companion to the pork chops. But first, a word from the people who shared these recipes - True Refrigeration:True Mise en PlaceFrench for "put in place", the term means so much more. As True describes it:"To practice mise en place is to gather and arrange necessary ingredients and tools—and not just to gather but to “work clean,” keep the cooking space uncluttered and balanced, a harmony of chef, tools, ingredients, and space."The True 42 is not just a full-size built-in side-by-side refrigerator, it incorporates the True Professional technology and quality that you'd expect to find in a professional kitchen. More than that, it's designed in accordance with mise en place principals. Now, the best residential kitchens can have a refrigerator inspired by the best chefs in the world. To find out more about using True in your home chef's kitchen schedule an appointment with the experts at Universal Appliance and KItchen Center. PEARL COUSCOUS WITH GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLESSERVING SIZE: 4INGREDIENTS1 package of plain pearl couscous4 Roma tomatoes sliced crosswise1 small eggplant sliced lengthwise½ cup of olive oil1 zucchini sliced lengthwise 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic1 yellow squash sliced lengthwiseSea salt and fresh ground pepper1 red onion sliced crosswise1 tablespoon of chopped fresh rosemaryPREPARATIONCook the couscous according to package instructions. Keep warm.Mix olive oil with garlic -
June 30, 2017
Favorite Summer Recipe
We loved this in 2015 - Worth sharing againGreat Pork Chop Recipe from True-RefrigerationEnjoy your Upcoming July 4th Celebration from UAKCI just love grilling pork chops, but frankly I'm getting tired of using my tried and true grocery store Montreal Grill Seasoning. After a while everything tastes the same. So, I was delighted when I came across this Pork Chop Rub from our friends at True Refrigeration.They seem to be very dialed in with a rub that's going to add some (not too much) heat, as well as the hearty, earthy espresso/coffee flavor from ground coffee beans. We're going to follow this up with a recipe for a nice side dish that will go perfectly with the chops, so check back at this blog in a couple of days. The side dish recipe is also from True Refrigeration.ESPRESSO-RUBBED PORK RIB CHOPMAKES 4 SERVINGSINGREDIENTS1 tablespoon finely ground coffee or espresso 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons dark brown sugar 1/8 ground coriander2 teaspoons chili powder 1/8 tablespoon turmeric3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (4) 12 oz. pork rib chops or 4lbs. pork tenderloin or loin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt1/2 teaspoon onion powderINSTRUCTIONS Combine all spices, except the salt, in a mixing bowl to create a dry rub. Then, rub the pork on all sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. One hour before grilling, pull the pork from the refrigerator and season well on all sides with salt. Let sit at room temperature for an hour while -
June 28, 2017
Appliance Brands You've Never Heard of from A to Z
UAKC has them all from A to ZChoose Popular Brands, New Brands, Specialty Brands, European BrandsAs one of Southern California's leading appliance retailers, you'd expect UAKC to carry major brands such as GE, Whirlpool, and Electrolux/Frigidaire, LG, and Samsung. You'd also expect us to feature premium name brands such as Dacor, KitchenAid, Miele, Monogram, Thermador, Sub Zero Wolf, and Viking. Of course we carry all these and more. Today, we want to introduce you to some appliance brands that might be entirely new to you. So in their own words, we introduce you to a few more appliance brands that you'll find at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center from A to Z:AvantiAvanti has been in operation for over 30 years. In addition to the standard appliances...like washers, dryers, dishwashers and refrigerators there are also a number of specialized appliances available too. You can choose from a selection of wine coolers, beverage coolers and water dispensers. Fagor AmericaFagor Electrodomesticos, based in Spain is the fifth largest appliance manufacturer in Europe, the leading appliance manufacturer in both Spain and France, and the #1 induction cooktop producer in the European Market.HeartlandPart of AGA Marvel, Heartland specializes in retro-look appliances.ilveAn Italian company, ILVE produces quality appliances that look great in any kitchen environment. Hand made and Italian by design ILVE is a superior range guaranteed to ensure you enjoy every moment spent in your kitchen and the culinary masterpieces it produces.SmegAesthetic design combined with innovative technology results in unique products, which both look great -
June 27, 2017
Choosing the Right Grill
Premium Outdoor Grills at UAKCGet a Grill That LastsHere's our recommendation for buying a new outdoor grill. Get a good quality grill. It will last forever. Or, go to the home improvement chain, and plan to be back there in a few years repeating the process.Go to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for your next grill, and you won't need to come back for your next grill in a long, long, time. That's because they sell the industry's best grills. Let's take a look at the UAKC grill lineup:Alfresco Alfresco is a go to brand for a grill that has great quality, a good selection of grills, and a name you can trust. Grills are what they do. There's nothing exotic about their grills. They're just great grills that will not disappoint. Buy an Alfresco grill and it's going to do the job for many years to come:CaliberThe Caliber brand has some special features that are worth knowing about and a unique grill model that will change the way you think about grilling and entertaining.Dacor Dacor is a luxury appliance brand that began right here in California. When Dacor grills were launched a few years ago, I immediately became one of their big fans. Their grill has lights. I used to hate standing out in our grilling area with the tongs in one hand and a flashlight in the other trying to figure out if the steaks were done. Voilà Dacor solves that problem.DCSDCS is another grill that made its -
June 24, 2017
Refrigerators with Ice Makers
New Refrigerators with Ice MakersGreat Selection at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterLooking for a new refrigerator? Bet you're going to want a built-in ice maker. An overwhelming percentage of refrigerator buyers select a refrigerator with an automatic ice maker. Most new homes today have a water line plumbed in the wall right behind the refrigerator space so why not?Here are a few things to think about when you decide on ice maker equipped refrigerators: Of course, as mentioned above, do you have a water line to connect your refrigerator so it can produce ice? If not, then you will need to connect to a water line and extend a water supply to the back of your refrigerator. Dispenser or no dispenser. It's very common to have a water and ice dispenser in the door, but there are other options. For example, you may choose a refrigerator which has no water dispenser at all, but is equipped with an ice maker only. In fact, many very expensive built-in refrigerators are non-dispenser models for esthetic reasons yet they typically will have an ice maker in the freezer. One or Two Ice makers. Yes, some refrigerators have two ice makers. Think of an ice maker and dispenser built right into the door, and a second ice maker in the bottom freezer compartment. You will need a replaceable water filter. Typically, these are built-in and last for 6 months or so. Your refrigerator will come equipped with one.Here's an example of a deluxe two -
June 22, 2017
Speed Cooking
Ovens that Cook FastUAKC can put your cooking on the fast trackThere has been a lot of development in ovens that cook quickly. Thanks to convection cooking, there's no more waiting all day for the turkey to cook. With microwave ovens many foods can be reheated in just a couple of minutes. With the advanced technology included in GE's Advantium and Viking's TurboChef, the disadvantages of traditional microwave cooking go away, but the food is still cooking at a lightning fast speed. Steam cooking has begun to make a big mark in speed cooking not just because of its speed, but because it preserves foods nutrients, flavor, and color.Let's review a few of the ovens that will cook your food faster.Thermador Steam OvenThermador is a pioneer in this category, while many others have joined in with a variety of steam options. Thermador remains a standout. Here's a quick look at the Thermador steam/convection oven. Features: 1.4 Cu Ft Steam/Convection Oven 40 Easy Cook Programs Steam Clean Function Blue Graphic Display Cook Control Temperature ProbeGE AdvantiumGE's Advantium system combines convection heat, microwave, and halogen heat for blazing quick cooking.Advantium Cooking Modes Broil Convection Microwave Proof Speedcook WarmClick below for quick video demo:ADVANTIUMViking TurboChefViking has taken some proven commercial speed cooking technology (air impingement) and created this combo oven, with separate conventional oven and speed cook turbo oven.Patented Airspeed Technology™Top oven cooks food 15 times -
June 21, 2017
Looking Inside Your Refrigerator
What's Inside the FridgeRefrigerators with Cameras and See Through DoorsOne of the most recent trends in refrigerators is adding cameras inside to let you know what is inside your refrigerator. Some manufacturers also have the low-tech solution of having a window on the door. We'll take a look (joke intended) below. The low tech window solution means that you have to be standing in front of your fridge to see what is inside, while the camera solution lets you check the refrigerator contents while you're in the grocery store or elsewhere:Window in the door refrigeratorsSub ZeroSub Zero has at least two versions of full-sized refrigerators with windows in the door which offer a view of what is inside. The Grand Pro 48 Refrigerator and the 36" Single Door Refrigerator with window. Both refrigerators are leaders in their class. The Grand Pro is a unique refrigerator which has the appearance of a refrigerator that you might find in the back of a restaurant. As you can see, it's a large 48" wide refrigerator, and one of the upper doors has a see through window so you can view what's inside. The 36" built-in glass door all refrigerator, BI-36RG has a full length window giving you view of the entire contents.Neither of these refrigerators have built-in cameras, but you can look at the contents to your heart's content as long as you are standing in the kitchen.FrigidaireThe new Frigidaire Professional refrigerator with a glass door -
June 15, 2017
Maintain Your Refrigerator in the Summer
Summer Can Be Tough on Your RefrigeratorThe kids are home from school. It's hot outside, and they're in and out of the refrigerator all day long. Why? The refrigerator has the same contents now that it did fifteen minutes ago. Then they keep the door open while they stare inside. What are they doing - taking inventory? When they finally close the door, teenagers seem to think they need to be especially forceful in slamming appliance doors shut. What does this mean for your refrigerator? Every time your refrigerator door is opened cold air goes out, and the interior temperature of the refrigerator goes up. Your refrigerator must run longer to reach and maintain the proper temperature. Repeated opening and closing of refrigerator doors, causes wear on the hinges and of course, the latch itself. It all adds up to more energy usage, more wear and tear, and shorter refrigerator life.What can you do?Set a good example yourself.Make rules. Set times that the kids aren't allowed in the kitchen, or at least not allowed in the fridge.Set out some fruit and snacks so they don't need to open the refrigerator.Here are some tips to maintaining your refrigerator in the summer: If your refrigerator has coils that need cleaning, be sure to keep them clean by brushing the dust off the coils. You may need a special brush to reach the coils. If so, visit your local appliance parts company, or order online from the refrigerator manufacturer. Many refrigerators have a -
May 21, 2017
Buying Appliances on Memorial Day
Why Buy Appliances on Memorial DayBest Overall Memorial Deals at UAKCI've been around the appliance industry for nearly 40 years. During that time I've had a variety of jobs in sales and marketing with distributors and manufacturers. Along the way, I've taught marketing classes to both undergraduate and MBA students.One area that marketers study is consumer demand. We know, for example, that each year there is a finite number of appliances sold. Annual appliance sales are determined by factors such as new home sales, household creations, appliance replacement cycles (lifespans), new appliance innovations eg. microwave ovens, and household incomes.However, holiday appliance sales, do not fit this rational model. Buying an appliance because you have a 3 day weekend is not rational. Or so, I thought. Study after study, shows that appliance sales dramatically spike during holidays. In fact, one of the biggest appliance sales weekends of the year is coming up. Memorial Day. It's not because people get married, have kids, or get raises on holiday weekends that appliance sales spike. It's certainly not because appliances tend to break down on holidays. It's because manufacturers and big retailers promote heavily with big discounts centered around holidays. Consumers like to save money. Voilà! Lot's of appliances get sold during the Memorial Day holiday period.Here are examples of two great deals available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center during the 2017 Memorial Day Sale. click on photos below for details You may have heard the story of the youngster who asked the old -
May 03, 2017
Mothers Day Gifts
3 Gift Ideas for MomYes you can give her an appliance for Mother's DayLet's get that old myth out of the way. IT IS OK TO GIVE AN APPLIANCE FOR MOTHER'S DAY! I was once told that a new dishwasher was just not romantic, and therefore inappropriate for Mother's Day. Nonsense.If you have an old broken down appliance, that she's been complaining about forever, there's no better time to replace it than now...Mother's Day. She'll be delighted. You might want to include a bouquet of roses or a box of chocolates, but the new appliance will be what makes the day really special.Here are three thoughts about what appliance you might want to consider: Buy something that is needed. If the old dryer shakes and rattles and is on its last legs (or leg), then it makes sense to replace it. Why buy something different, when that's what she really needs and wants? Buy something really special. If your thinking a new dishwasher would be great, but you really want to make an impression, and you're in a position to splurge consider one of the luxury European brands such as an Asko or Miele. Buy something unexpected. Does she like coffee? A new built-in coffee maker would be just the thing. Or, one of my personal favorites: a countertop convection oven from Wolf. What a great Mother's Day gift! Where could you go to find all of these neat gifts? Well, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, of course. Call or
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