Kitchen

Nancy Nakano and Michael Mangano use Bertazzoni appliances to accent their sleek, minimalistic kitchen. We sat down with Nancy Nakano and Michael Mangano, owners of MTM Building Group located in Gilroy. They recently just finished their free slowing minimalistic home nestled atop the hillside of Gilroy Country Oat Estates! So, naturally, we had to go and find out what went into their remodeling journey!

So, why did you select Bertazzoni for your kitchen?

Well, the first thing we thought about was: We need an appliance manufacturer that has a good reputation. That was a must. Plus, among other things, we wanted a manufacturer that also had been producing appliances for a while and had been manufacturing products that had the high-end appliance look at a competitive price. Ultimately, we wanted a good-Ol' Italian manufacturer, someone that had been in

Did you know that there are various types of ovens? Yes, you can find gas and electric ovens that differ based on their fuel sources. Moreover, within these categories, there are different oven types available, depending on the specific model you choose, with its own set of advantages and disadvantages.

So, what are the different types of ovens? There are four main types: Convection, Conventional, Steam, and Combi-Steam ovens. Each type has its unique advantages and can yield different results depending on what you're cooking. To determine the best oven for you and your family, it's essential to understand the distinctions between them.

Oven Types

What’s a Convection Oven?

A convection oven is designed with two heating elements and a built-in fan to circulate hot air throughout its interior. This setup includes a heating element positioned

Leveling up your next meal just might be easier than you think! With the proper appliances, you can be the next top chef!

Why Invest in Quality Appliances?

Seems like a silly question, right? Even if it is, we need to remember that appliances are essential investments. Taking home, a quality kitchen appliance, for example, is an incredible way to step up your cooking skills. You would be more likely to learn how to prep and cook meals more efficiently and quickly as well as with immense control and precision

Having a new range or oven can greatly improve your creativity as well as overall experimentation. This in turn hands you several new recipe techniques, new methods of cooking, and a whole new style of you. Similarly, owning a dishwasher that doesn’t always break down saves you time and money while you do other tasks.

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Did you know that the average household uses a dishwasher approximately 260 times per year? That’s 5 times a week, at least once a day, so it is safe to say families do use their dishwashers! With that said, do you know if your dishwasher has a stainless steel or plastic tub? Does it matter? When it comes to dishwashers, it is important to consider their inner tubs.

As briefly mentioned, there are only two main types: stainless steel and plastic. Both materials are capable of effectively cleaning your dishes, but it is essential to understand the advantages and disadvantages of each tub type while shopping for a dishwasher. Stainless steel is more commonly known as an industry-standard for all appliances, and usually features for luxury or high-end products. However, does it mean they are

Maintaining your appliances is like taking care of any other device or home product and can be done relevantly quickly depending on its function. It's easy to fall off and forget to clean or maintain our appliances in tip-top shape, but it's something we need to consistently do in order to do our daily chores.

Plus, proper care will avoid costly repairs.

Maintenance Keeping

Let’s be real, appliances of all sorts have made our lives more convenient and easier to manage. When you get home from work, do you want to hand wash any remaining dishes? Or how about hand washing a hamper full of clothes? We know you wouldn’t want to, neither do we! Washers, dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and ovens always come in handy and save the day nearly every day.

Appliances have undoubtedly made our lives more convenient, but proper maintenance is necessary to

Building a Kitchen Island can be a rewarding experience if done right. There are endless combinations of appliances and features you can include on an island. Not to mention, the extra space to work with is very welcoming. The only thing restricting you from a plethora of combinations is your own creativity!

However, before you dive in and start planning your kitchen island, there is a lot to consider! Things to consider range from measurements, spacing, appliances, features, and much more.

Measuring Your Island

A kitchen island is only beneficial if you have the right size! Let’s be honest, what is the point of including one in your kitchen if you are going to just lose space? So, to ensure you don’t lose space, you need to make sure you measure a kitchen island before and during the building process. On average, most kitchen islands come out to be 40

Have you ever heard of a steam oven? As of last year, they are quickly making traction as a very popular addition to kitchens across the country. But what's different about it compared to a standard oven? Well, it cooks food by utilizing hot steam rather than hot air, as opposed to a conventional oven.

How Does a Steam Oven Work?

Steam ovens work by pulling water from a compact reservoir and channeling it into an incorporated boiler, which will then heat the water to 212° Fahrenheit and expels steam into the oven compartment. The cooking outcomes achieved with steam are as effective as those achieved with hot hair in a customary convection oven. As such, steam ovens are more efficient in cooking food at a quicker rate.

While steam ovens do not operate as pressure cookers,

Within the last couple of years, Induction has become an increasingly popular topic across the appliance industry. Induction brings many benefits but also brings heated debates about its outcome. Many see it as a controversial topic as many cities and some states, such as New York, are attempting to ban gas appliances or already doing so in favor of induction substitutions.

Regardless of what stance anyone takes, it's best to understand the factual possible challenges and benefits that come from switching from gas to induction.

Challenges

Price: One of the biggest challenges of switching from a gas range

Let’s be real, smart appliances make living easy for everyone. As it already is, smart appliances make busy tasks like washing the dishes, doing laundry, and checking on food much easier. A busy family of four is already a prime example of several hefty chores, work and so much more. So, smart appliances would benefit them in all fields by using things such as a smart washer to keep track of cycles or a smart refrigerator that uses Soft Close on its doors to automatically close.

Moreover, smart appliances could be even more beneficial to seniors and to those who have disabilities. Smart appliances can provide an increased feeling of independence, safety, and convenience of ease all around.

Enhancements & Benefits

One of the main

LG has been around for over 60 years, originally starting as GoldStar. Since its inception, LG has helped everyone advance into the new digital and smart appliance era. You can see the continuous growth of inventions and innovations through their products. Now, LG’s newest piece comes in the form of a familiar smart appliance, the MoodUp Refrigerator.

LG’s MoodUP

The new 21 cu Ft. LG MoodUp Refrigerator came out in full force during their CES23 panel. The new appliance features new highly designed panels that can change into any color with your mind!

We’re kidding,