Beverage Center

The Sub-Zero brand is easily recognized as offering the highest quality in refrigeration. Although Sub-Zero offers among the best products on the market, the brand continues to make improvements to better serve their customers. The company sought feedback in 2014 with the launch of the IW-30R wine storage unit, and it was reported that the only thing missing was the inclusion of an ice maker. This inspired the development of the IW-30CI, a 30” integrated wine storage appliance with ice maker and refrigerator and freezer drawers as an all-in-one beverage center. Innovative Design The IW-30CI upper section is designed to guard against the main enemies of wine: humidity, vibration, light, and heat. There are two zones to store your reds and whites at their ideal temperatures. Sub-Zero has also paid attention to the demands of entertaining, so the IW-30CI features impressive functionality including a refrigerator drawer for all your necessities, including cheese and garnishes and a freezer drawer for other supplies such as frozen fruit or additional items like frozen pizza. There are four temperature zones with three evaporators to ensure that humidity is precisely controlled. The overall design provides the capacity for a total of 86 bottles of wine. The IW-30CI can be installed in your cabinetry with the custom panels allowing a seamless installation in any space. Alternatively, you can choose the stainless steel accessory panels for a sleek and eye catching finish. The Benefits of the Sub-Zero All-In-One Beverage Center The IW-30CI all-in-one beverage center offers some

We've Come a Long WayGE Refrigerator with Keurig Coffee Cartridge at UAKCGeneral Electric (GE) recently launched a new French Door Refrigerator that sports a Keurig Coffee Cartridge. Owners of this refrigerator can clear their countertops of coffee makers. The GE refrigerator with the Keurig Cartridge will brew up a fresh cup of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, etc. just like a Keurig coffee maker.Frankly, when I first saw GE's new fridge being demonstrated at a trade show, I smiled and dismissed this as just another gimmick. Recently, I asked myself if I was giving this a fair hearing. Back in the 70's manufacturers added water and ice dispensers in the doors of refrigerators, I'm sure that someone like me thought that was silly. After all, how hard is it to open the door of your refrigerator to access ice and water. Jeez!!Seriously, making a fresh, hot cup of coffee or other hot beverage, quickly with no muss or fuss is pretty cool. So, here's the scoop direct from GE on this new innovative refrigerator feature.GE CAFÉ™ SERIES ENERGY STAR® 22.2 CU. FT. COUNTER-DEPTH FRENCH-DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITH KEURIG® K-CUP® BREWING SYSTEMCHOOSE YOUR BREWThe single serve brewer is designed to accept a variety of K-Cup pods so you can enjoy coffee, tea, cider, and hot cocoa all from the refrigerator. Plus, it’s dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.FILTERED FRESHNESSEnjoy coffee made with fresh, filtered water thanks to our exclusive filtration system. Our RPWFE replacement water filter provides our most advanced filtration yet — removing

Home Town Appliances: DacorIt's nice to know that just like Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, Dacor, a successful major appliance manufacturer is based right here in Soucal and they manufacture many of their leading appliances in their factory in City of Industry, CA.The original appliance business was started by Stanley Joseph and his brother Anthony in 1948. Incorporated in 1965 as Distinctive Appliance, Inc. (Dacor). Stanley's sons soon joined Dacor and eventually (1981) purchased the company. Today, Dacor ("day-core") is a California-based, family-owned, privately held company that designs, manufactures and distributes kitchen appliances, specializing in the ultra-premium product tier, including wall ovens, ranges, cooktops, dishwashers, warming drawers, microwaves, ventilation hoods, refrigerators, wine dispensers, barbecue grills and beverage centers. The company’s headquarters and 325,000 square-foot manufacturing facility are based in City of Industry, California.Dacor's Heritage is CookingHere's one of Dacor's most popular ranges that you can get from the UAKC locations in either Studio City or Calabasas.Discovery™ 36" Dual-Fuel RangeDYRP36DExquisitely crafted, the Discovery iQ™ 36" Dual-Fuel Range is what happens when good cooks and brilliant designers collaborate. A marvelous combination of culinary and cooking technology destined to up the game of impassioned cooks.Touches like soft-close hinges to prevent doors from slamming and the Discovery iQ state-of-the art 7" Android™ powered touch screen make cooking easy and fun. You can also remotely turn on your range from anywhere with your smart phone or tablet.And when your perfectly cooked pork loin is done, you and your entire family will get a text as

New Thermador Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterUAKC has the best selection of undercounter appliances including undercounter refrigerators, beverage centers, wine units, and refrigerator and freezer drawers. In 2016, Celebrating its 100th anniversary, Thermador is introducing new drawer refrigeration units and wine reserves. These products are available now!UNDERCOUNTER DRAWER REFRIGERATION• Customizable cooling modes - Fridge, Pantry and Bar• SoftClose® drawers for ultra-smooth closing• Customizable drawer dividers and shelving• Removable Drawer Mats• Full Extension Drawers• Drawer Open Alarm• Quick Chill• LED Lighting• Drawer mats keep items from sliding and remove for easy cleaning• Touch electronic controls for precise temperature managementUNDERCOUNTER WINE RESERVE UNITS• Dual zone wine storage with adjustable temperature zones (upper: - 40°F - 52°F, lower: 52°F - 64°F)• Full-extension wine racks• UV resistant tempered glass door• SoftClose® door hinges for ultra-smooth closing of the door• Removable Drawer Mats• Full Extension Drawers• Drawer Open Alarm• LED theater lighting• Touch electronic controls for precise temperature managementThermador OffersThermador 1-2-FREE EventMore Savings in 2016: Purchase an eligible cooking package & select your FREE Dishwasher option. Add Refrigeration & customize your kitchen with a special gift! Offer valid January 1, 2016 – December 15, 2016Freedom Collection Refrigeration & Freezer Rebate$800 Installation Rebate Stainless Steel Freedom® Series Refrigeration & Freezer Packages. Offer valid January 1, 2016 – December 15, 2016For more information on Thermador, or other major appliances, and decorative plumbing fixtures contact the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

Stocking the Liquor CabinetDo you have the ingredients for a Manhattan?A few nights ago my wife decided she wanted a Manhattan. Well, let's see. Bourbon Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters, Orange Peel, and a Maraschino Cherry. We had the Bourbon and Sweet Vermouth (my wife had planned ahead). Alas, we had everything in stock except for the Bitters, the Orange Peel, and the Cherry. FAIL.This made me think about what a well-stocked bar should consist of (within reason). Here's my list: Vodka - My friends seem to like Grey Goose, but by all means choose your favorite. Gin - My brand is Bombay Sapphire, but I hear Tanquery 10 is great also. Blended Whiskey - my wife likes Seagrams. Bourbon - Jim Beam, or choose your favorite poison. Scotch - I gave up Scotch years ago. As I recall, I usually drank JB or Dewars. Tequila - I'm not a tequila drinker, buy my buddies seem to prefer Patron. White Rum - Brand isn't important to me. Rum and Coke drinkers don't seem to care.So, I think that does it for the basics in liquor. These are just for basics. Personally, I'd add an after dinner liquor such as a single malt scotch, and a sweet liqueur such as Amaretto or Kahlua.Here's what you need to add to make mixed drinks: Tonic water Club Soda Cola 7-up bitters grenadine bloody mary mix triple secEven though this is a "basic" list, it may seem a bit daunting. Start with your favorites...that you

Cool Recipe from True Refrigeration Here's a cool summer recipe from our friends at True, a company that knows a thing or two about cool. After enjoying the chilled pea soup from the recipe below check out the True Beverage Dispenser featured here. It's quite a cool product by itself. CHILLED PEA SOUP WITH FRESH MINT Makes 4 Servings INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon light olive oil 3 cups water1 large shallot- chopped 30 leaves of fresh mint1 lb. peas- fresh or best quality frozen1/4 cup heavy cream1 cup Idaho potato- cut into 2" piecesSalt and pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS In a heavy bottom sauce pan sauté on low heat the shallot in the olive oil until tender and translucent. Add the potatoes and the water. Bring to a boil then turn to a simmer cook until the potatoes are fork tender. If your peas are frozen, keep them frozen. If the peas are fresh, keep them very cold in the refrigerator. Place the frozen or very cold peas and mint in a blender. If the amount of peas you are using exceeds over half of your blender pitcher work in multiple batches. Bring your potato liquid back to a boil. Add the very hot potatoes and liquid to the blender with the peas, using just enough liquid to cover the peas. Cover the blender and working very carefully pulse the blender a few times until you are certain the liquid will not come out of the top of the blender. Blend

Here's some help with your new wet barFrom Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Think of what you need for a wet bar. You need a bar area. That implies cabinets with storage for glasses and bar supplies. And if you want it to be "wet" it needs a working faucet and sink. Depending on your habits, you'll probably want a beverage center and/or a wine cooler of some kind. It's also possible you'll want to substitute or add a beer cooler. Finally, many wet bars include built-in icemakers.Here are some bar examples and some of the options that Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center can provide. The below "wet" bar is not a wet bar at all since it has no sink. It's entirely possible there is no water connection at all, but it does have a wine unit, and appears to have separate beverage storage also. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) has a large selection of both wine coolers and beverage centers from entry-level up to luxury units. Though we can't see all of the above wet bar, it clearly has a bar sink and faucet. It also looks as if it has a built-in dishwasher on the right with a cabinet panel, another nice touch for a wet bar if there is room.The wet bar below fits in a compact space, but is well equipped with wet bar sink and faucet in the center, a Viking icemaker on the left and a Viking wine unit on the right. Whether

Appliances that Fit Under Your Countertops Visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Not long ago the only appliances placed underneath a counter in most homes were the dishwasher and perhaps a trash compactor. Now, there are a host of appliances configured to fit underneath the counter. In fact, it's hard to think of a major appliance category that does not have products configured to work under a countertop. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has a huge selection of appliances from many brands that will fit under your countertop. Among the reasons to install an appliance under a counter, would be not only to save counter space, but also for accessibility. It's also good to remember that the cabinets above your countertop are only 12" deep, not the 24" that most appliances are designed to occupy. Microwave ovens are no longer relegated to the countertop or over the range. Today, microwave oven drawers open and close at the push of a button and are perfect for undercounter installation. In addition, the big kitchen refrigerator is being replaced or at least supplemented with refrigerator and freezer drawers.Sub Zero has recently introduced a host of new undercounter refrigeration appliances that are also designed for living spaces other than the kitchen. The phrase that is being used is "point-of-use" appliances. For example, it might be a good idea to have a refrigerator in a recreation area stocked with snacks and drinks for the kids. Entertainment areas are being equipped

GE Monogram Rewards: Save Up to $3948.Offer Expires June 30, 2014:Hurry in to Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterSPECIAL OFFER: GET YOUR CHOICE OF FREE APPLIANCESGet your choice of free GE Monogram appliances—with a value of up to $3,698—with your qualifying purchase.Buy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher. Buy a built-in refrigerator in addition to the professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and choose another eligible item for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher. Total savings valued up to $3,698.Professional RangesBuy one eligible GE Monogram professional range and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.CooktopsBuy one GE Monogram wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.Wall OvensBuy one GE Monogram wall oven and cooktop combination and receive your choice of one of the following eligible items for free: hood insert, wine reserve, beverage center or 24" dishwasher.DishwashersBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive a free 24" dishwasher.Hood InsertsBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one wall oven and cooktop combination and receive a free hood insert.Wine Reserves/Beverage CentersBuy one GE Monogram professional range or one

Father's Day Gift Ideas at UAKC Father's Day is June 15th. This week the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) blog will be focused on gift ideas that will bring a big smile to Dad's face. We'll be discussing our favorites in beverage centers, beer dispensers, gas grills, and more so check back every day until Father's Day. Day One: Beverage Centers Undercounter storage for Dad's favorite cold drinks. Beverage Center Brands at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterDanbyElectroluxFireMagicFrigidaireGEGE MonogramJenn-AirKitchenAidLiebherrMarvelPerlickSub ZeroTrueU-LineViking What does Dad like to drink to cool off? Soda, Beer, Wine? Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has the right appliance to keep that beverage at that perfect temperature. UAKC has all the great name brands in keeping drinks cool and some brands that you might not be familiar with. Starting with Danby's economical beverage centers up through the True Professional Series you're sure to find just the right beverage center for Dad. Danby 18" Model: DBC120BLS TRUE 24" Beverage CenterModel: TBC-24-R-SG-A Choose from 15" wide units up to a double door 36" wide U-Line beverage center. Beverage centers are designed to fit under a standard 36" counter. Some manufacturers such as Perlick even offer beverage centers that are rated for outdoor use. U-Line 36" Built-In Beverage Center With 31 Bottle CapacityModel: 3036BVWCS-00 Perlick Signature Series 15" Outdoor Solid Door Beverage CenterModel: HP15BO2R Most models are stainless steel and have glass doors. Some, such as this KitchenAid accept custom panels. KitchenAid Architect Series II 24" Undercounter Beverage Center:Model: KBCO24LSBX Whatever