When you cook in your kitchen, you should never have to worry about being able to breathe. But, if your cookery gets exceptionally smoky when you bust out the culinary skills on your appliances, then it’s time you invested in a Whirlpool vent hood.

Some people argue that a vent hood is an unnecessary appliance and not needed above your cooking space. We beg to differ and have plenty of reasons why you’ll want one where you cook, bake, steam, and more!

1. Breathe Better

The number one reason to get a Whirlpool vent hood is to simply breathe better. When cooking, you’ll notice that without a vent or some sort of airway to push air out of your kitchen, the room tends to get a bit smoky. And when the fumes become too intense and don’t have a way of filtering out, it can make cooking a little unbearable.

A Whirlpool vent hood has the power to clear out the air with its fan and make the room fresh and breathable. With the electronic control panel, you’ll be able to set your fan manually between 3 different speeds. Not to mention, it’ll be quiet! Whirlpool vent hoods have noise reduction technology so instead of feeling like you’re caught in a storm, you’ll be able to cook in peace.

2. Brighter Kitchen

If you’ve ever wished you had more light over your cooktop or range, then having a Whirlpool vent hood is a great idea. These hoods are more than just an appliance for ventilation, they can provide a bit of extra light as well. With some extra LED task lighting illuminating your cooktop surface, you’ll no longer be squinting to see if your water is boiling. Cooking is so much better when you can see what you’re doing.

3. Heat Eliminator

During the warm summer months, having a vent hood handy can actually help keep the heat to a minimum. It doesn’t work like an air conditioner and blow cool air out, but the fan is extremely helpful in extracting the heat the same way it extracts the smoke from the air. So, instead of sweating like you just ran a marathon in your kitchen, a Whirlpool vent hood can help you stay cooler and keep your focus on the important things. Like cooking up something steamy without soaking in the steam itself.

As you can tell, having a Whirlpool vent hood is an ideal way to stay refreshed and comfortable while cooking in the kitchen. Not to be dramatic, but not owning a Whirlpool vent hood is a miserable experience and if you’re an avid cooker, you’ll want one of these appliances to make your stay in the kitchen a tolerable one.

Drop in to our store to check out the collection of Whirlpool vent hoods we have available. From glass to stainless steel canopy wall mounts, we’ve got a sleek variety for you to choose from. Find the vent hood that will freshen up your kitchen today!

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

A connected life is a happy life. Between family, friends, and romantic partners, the connections in life are part of what make us who we are. They help us and make our lives easier. They define us. And they offer experiences that we’d never quite be able to have just on our own.

So, why then shouldn’t we be more connected in every aspect of our life? Well, with a GE WiFi Connect wall oven and the GE Appliance Kitchen App, you can be connected to the things – not just the people – that matter in your life. The GE Appliance Kitchen App will connect you to your kitchen appliances – like your brand-new wall oven you just picked up from us – giving you whole new connected experiences to make your kitchen life easier.

What are the benefits of being so connected to your wall oven, though? Good thing you asked. Let’s take a look.

Cherishing that Connection

Once you’ve connected your wall oven to your GE Appliances Kitchen app (if you need help on that, head right over here) you’ll have a whole world of new possibilities right at your fingertips.

You’ll be able to preheat the oven no matter where you are, change the temperature of the oven from anywhere, and even set and adjust cooking timers from – you guessed it – anyplace you want to be at all. Your oven will always only be as far away from you as your phone is … which for most people isn’t that far away these days.

The Geneva Conversation

While Alexa and Google Assistant may take the spotlight these days, they aren’t the only smart voices worth talking to. I’m happy to introduce you to Geneva, the voice assistant for GE’s apps. Simply ask your smart device to speak to Geneva, and you’ll be able to control your oven all with the magical and soothing tones of your own voice.

What exactly can you control? How about being able to preheat your oven? Turning it off? And even getting a notification when your timer goes off? Pretty fancy stuff, if I do say so myself. Welcome to 2019, and welcome to true smart home technology of the future.

“What Else Have You Got?”

Not convinced how big of a different the GE Appliance Kitchen App can make in your life? Well, I haven’t thrown everything at you … yet.

Let’s take a look at the other brands that your smart oven will be able to work with. To make it even more impressive, let’s just make it one giant list: Alexa, DiGiorno, Drop, IFTTT, Innit, and Google Assistant. Phew.

Not only do you get the benefits of the GE Appliance Kitchen App, but your smart wall oven will be able to integrate with other products to your heart’s desire! And isn’t that just what connecting is all about?

Making new connections – even if it is just to new appliances – can be daunting. But as your local appliance store, we just so happen to be well connected in the area of expertise, and we’re glad to help you find the best GE wall oven for your kitchen. Stop in today, and we’ll connect you to the next oven of your dreams!

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

If you’ve set new health goals for 2019, you aren’t alone. Many people will start this year with the goal of eating healthier, but staying on that track can be hard. Part of it is just coming up with healthy foods to eat instead of just relying on old, unhealthy staples. Don’t worry, though, I’ve got you covered on the recipe front!

Even better, with appliances from Bosch, eating healthy has never been easier! Here are just a few amazing recipes that will help you bring in the New Year in style and flair while sticking to your own eating goals. Let’s eat!

Chicken Paprikash (via Food and Wine )

Chicken-based recipes are a great way to keep your meals healthy and tasty, and this Paprika sauce is going to remind you why the seasoning has stayed a cooking staple for as long as it has. The recipe also yields four servings, so you’ll have tasty eats for the whole family in no time! It’s peppery Paprika perfection.

Whole Wheat Blueberry Pancakes (via Allrecipes)

There’s nothing better when starting a new health regiment than taking old foods and converting them over to something new, something healthier, but something that still tastes good! This whole wheat blueberry pancake recipe gives you a chance to do all of the above!

Even better, if you combine this recipe with a Bosch cooktop you’ll be able to whip up those pancakes faster than ever! You’ll be flipping flapjacks faster than you can eat them, leaving you a great opportunity to meal prep and save some for later.

Lemony Linguine with Spring Vegetables (via EatingWell)

If you are looking for a sturdy – and seasonal – recipe for dinner, then this lemony linguine is right up your alley. Blending spring vegetables with linguine, you’ll get a balance of carbs and flavors all in one dish. Even better, there isn’t a Snicket in sight.

And with a Bosch range, you’ll be able to heat your water evenly, even if you are cooking with oversized pots and pans.

Cheesy Steak Keto Tacos (via BRIT+CO)

While fad diets may be a dime a dozen, science is starting to really rally behind the low-carb approach of eating Keto. This recipe gives you the best of both worlds – wonderful tacos, while still letting you stay low- or no-carb in the process. There’s nothing better than getting your tacos, err, cake and eating it, too!

Pepperoni Pizza Quesadilla (via Two Healthy Kitchens)

Yes, yes, this recipe isn’t a calzone, but it still is sure to hit that pizza craving in a much healthier way than ordering Domino’s and eating it all by yourself while you sit and marathon Netflix for hours.
Instead, try making this quick and easy pizza quesadilla. They are better for you, and you’ll feel much less shame after eating them all in one sitting.

These are just a few healthy recipes to help you get started on your health journey this year. And no matter what you are cooking, make sure you are doing it on the best appliances. Stop in today and we’ll guide you through all of the great appliances Bosch makes. You won’t believe what culinary adventures await you in the year ahead with Bosch at your side!

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert

It’s busy – and hard – growing up these days. Between the political climate and the competitive and slim job market, buying more “grownup” and “settled” life purchases may not always be at the front of your mind when other things like rent and student loans seem all encompassing.

If you are used to washing dishes by hand, have never worried about the difference between top loading and front loading, and have no idea what in the world a tine is, you aren’t alone –for some shoppers, appliances just aren’t second nature. And we get that!

Millennials may have been born with computers in their hands, but we grew up with appliances in our hearts. That’s why we are here not just to sell, but also to educate – to guide you through the turmoil that is trying to figure out what your home needs and why it needs it once you finally leave the nest and are financially secure enough to actually have to worry about said decisions.

If you are a first-time home owner – or just fitting out your new apartment space – but aren’t sure what you need and why you need it and which, we’re here to help. Let’s take a look at what you’ll need to truly turn your house into a home.

1. Refrigerator

Sure, you may not need to keep ramen in the refrigerator, but it’s probably well past time you started thinking about meals that can be cooked and then stored for later. Of everything on this list, a refrigerator is probably the appliance your home needs most, and you might be surprised just how functional a new fridge can be these days.

Besides keeping your food from spoiling – which is really important in adult life, trust us! – a new Samsung smart refrigerator comes with a 21.5” touchscreen, which can show you the contents of your fridge and be used to manage calendars and notes. You can even use voice recognition to add your favourite foods to your shopping list – no pausing Netflix required.

2. Washer and Dryer

Forget laundry mats and having to go through of hassle of actually finding physical change, real luxury is walking down the hall and doing laundry whenever you want to, for free. Of course, that requires knowing how to do laundry, and which setting to put things on, and how to not make colours bleed or sweaters shrink … you get the idea.

You may be noticing a running theme here, but these aren’t your grandparents’ washers and dryers, either. Check out a Samsung washer with Wi-Fi connectivity, and you’ll easily be able to use your phone to stay in touch and on top of your laundry.

Of course, we are sure you have other concerns, especially around the energy usage. We’re pro-environment, too! And the good news is so is Samsung, and their washers are Energy Star certified, which means you know you aren’t wasting energy while getting the necessities taken care of.

3. Cooktops and Hoods

Don’t worry if you are already lost – it’s totally OK to not know what a cooktop and a hood is.

But, you are out on your own now, so you are probably going to be doing a lot more cooking at home. That’s what the cooktop is for, and the hood will help the air quality in your cooking space stay clean and fresh.
Samsung’s smart technology extends to these necessary home appliances, as well. With Bluetooth you can connect your range and cooktop, making them work together for lighting and fan purposes. You can also keep an eye on them anywhere you have Wi-Fi! Yup, cooktops and hoods are smart enabled now, too.

4. Range/Wall Oven

While you may be used to take out and microwave dinners, there’s a whole new world of baking and cooking waiting for you with a range or a wall oven. Stop just watching reruns of “The Great British Bake Off” and “Iron Chef” and actually take the utensils into your own hands! You’ll be surprised what culinary creations you are able to whip up with Samsung’s sleek appliances by your side.

No matter what type of appliances you are looking for – or if you just need more help to figure out which ones are best for your current living space and lifestyle – stop by, give us a call, or browse our website! We’ve been in the game long enough to help anybody find the appliances they truly need.

Amanda, Your Appliance Expert