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New French-Door OvensFrench-Door ovens for the home have been in various stages of planning for the past 10 to 15 years. They've existed in commercial kitchens for some time, and features from commercial appliances often migrate to the home appliance category. So, it was no surprise to see Viking and GE Monogram introduce French-Door wall ovens last year.Among other high end specialty cooking brands both BlueStar and American Range have introduced French-Door wall ovens. Today, we're going to showcase the latest offering in this category: GE Café's new French-Door wall ovenWe've written about the GE Monogram French-Door wall oven before (New GE Monogram Oven). GE is now also introducing a French-Door wall oven in its Café appliance line. Here are the key features of the new GE Café French-Door wall oven:Self-Clean with Steam-Clean optionYou are probably used to having a self-clean oven so you may be surprised to learn that most of GE's competitors in this category do not offer a self-clean oven even at a much higher price than GE Café. On top of the self-clean feature you can save time and save energy by using GE's Steam Clean feature.True European Convection with Direct AirThere are different types of convection. This GE oven delivers True European Convection which includes a rear convection fan surrounded by an additional convection heating element. The Direct Air feature adds heated air distribution from the top of the oven for the best in even heat, a GE exclusive.Wi-Fi ConnectWith Wi-Fi Connect users can remotely

Unusual Range Configurations Most ranges from different manufacturers seem very similar when it comes to the basics. Oven on the bottom - burners on top. Some have more than one oven, some have more burners than others, and perhaps a griddle or a grill, but beyond that, not many striking differences. Well, here are a few ranges that are dramatically different - and you can see it right away. These are specific ranges have unique features for chefs who have specific interests or requirements. Take a look. Step-up Freestanding Ranges from American RangeWonder why all the burners on your range are on the same level? Maybe you've seen restaurants where food is being cooked in what seems to be different cooking heights. American Range has created a "Step-up" range with burners on different levels. When using multiple pots and pans simultaneously, handles become obtrusive and annoying. For this reason, many chefs have requested that burners be lifted to broaden the cooking surface and prevent handles from one pan heating the handles of another. In response, American Range has created the Step-Up Range line. Griddle Broiler on Top from BlueStar The professional-style raised griddle broiler allows for broiling and grilling simultaneously. This unique feature provides a full-size 12-inch griddle with a 600 degree maximum heating capacity. Perfect for last minute crisping, searing, or melting. It is powered by a 15,000btu radiant gas fired burner, capable of producing seared, crisp steaks in minutes! Home Salamander Broiler

Three Luxury Appliance Trends for 2014 Available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center The three biggest trends in luxury appliances in 2014 are Combination Steam Convection Ovens, French Door Ovens, and Built-In Coffee Makers. While all three are definitely trends in 2014, they've all been around for a while in one way or another. Steam Convection OvensCommercial steam convection ovens have been around for decades, but the combination steam convection oven for home use is more recent. KitchenAid introduced a full sized convection oven with steam assist about 15 years ago, which is still around today. However, the strong trend toward steam convection ovens began only a few years ago when European brands such as Thermador, Gaggenau, and Miele brought their versions of steam convection "combi" ovens to the U.S. It was "game on," and today Jenn-Air, Wolf, Bosch, Viking, and others have joined the fray with their versions of steam convection ovens. Typically, these ovens are designed to fit a 24" cabinet space (European 60 cm), but pack a lot of features and capabilities in the smaller oven cavity. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Centercarries a full array of convection ovens from all these brands French Door OvensJust like steam convection ovens, French door wall ovens have been around in restaurants and in commercial applications for decades. About 2002, Jade (then a division of Maytag) introduced a French door wall oven for home use. Subsequently, Jade became

French Door Wall Oven Debuts From GE Monogram® BlueStar, American Range, and most recently Viking Range offer ovens with French Doors. Now, GE Monogram® has entered the space announcing a French Door oven of their own at the recent Dwell on Design trade in Los Angeles. Scheduled to ship in February, 2015 the oven boasts hi-tech features and sets GE Monogram® apart with the largest capacity in a French Door oven. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center is your Soucal. headquarters for French Door ovens with the best selection and lowest prices available. Read our previous blog posted earlier this year about French Door and side swing ovens below: FRENCH DOOR AND SIDE SWING OVENS AT UAKC GE Monogram® French door wall oven The new GE Monogram® French door wall oven boasts features fit for the pros but designed for the home. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — June 20, 2014 — Today’s consumers are bringing the professional-level appliances and techniques they see in culinary entertainment and restaurants into their kitchen to help create fine-dining-worthy creations. The influence of the professional chef on consumers has inspired GE (NYSE: GE) to introduce a new Monogram® French door wall oven with cooking features fit for the pros but designed for the home. "Today’s high-end consumers want appliances that allow them to cook like professionals, and GE’s new French door wall oven delivers; combining exceptional ease of use with GE’s advanced cooking technology." said Michael Mahan, general manager for GE Monogram. Within reach The new French door

Complete Selection at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Side Swing Ovens FrigidaireBuilt-In ovens with doors that open from the side instead of from the top are not new. In fact, the current model Frigidaire with a side swing oven door goes back at least to the 1970's as this was a standard model in one of Frigidaire's other brands White-Westinghouse. Today this Frigidaire model is commonly chosen by designers looking for an ADA approved side opening oven. For pricing and availability contact Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). FagorItalian brand Fagor has a an attractive wall oven with a side swinging door in a 24" width design (fits standard European cabinets). The Fagor unit is made with both left and right hand swing. Think of a side-by-side double oven configuration. BlueStarBlueStar has a hefty looking design for its side swing oven which is available in a 24" configuration for a single door and 27" and 30" widths in a French door style oven. Gaggenau This expensive European brand is highly regarded, and found in luxury kitchens throughout the continent and in the U.S. Gaggenau side swing wall ovens are available in both left and right hand opening doors, in a variety of models and sizes.French Door Ovens VikingIn the mid 90's Jade Range Company introduced a wall oven with