Culinary Event

Culinary Performance Series Event at UAKCIt's no secret to our friends and customers that Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center has two of the finest showrooms in Southern California - one in Calabasas and the other in Studio City. Folks know that many of our fine appliances are hooked up live so our customers can see how they operate. Manufacturers regularly conduct cooking demonstrations on their appliances. And occasionally, we are able to host special events such as the August 25th, Culinary Performance Series Event:On August 25th, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center will be hosting Culinary Performance Series event, a totally unique dinner event at our Studio City Showroom: Romance is Universal… Put Something Sexy on the Table…This evening of “romance with food…Italian style” will star Internationally renowned Chef Saverio Posarelli who will be performing his culinary artistry, on the latest Sub-Zero Wolf kitchen equipment, showcasing a menu specially conceived to bring back the romance of cooking at home.You will not only be “wine’d and dined,” but get to preview the latest and greatest product innovations for kitchen, bath and outdoor barbequing with factory reps on hand to answer any questions. For details and to RSVP visit uakc.com/events by August 20th.Of course, for all your major appliance and decorative plumbing fixtures call or visit the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. 

Universal Discoveries at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Michael Voltaggio at The Limitless Kitchen event On Saturday Sept. 7th, Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center hosted a spectacular epicurean event at their Studio City location. The event featured cooking demonstrations from Viking, Thermador, and Jenn-Air with coffee and dessert by Miele. Wine and cocktails were served to accompany these fabulous treats. Guests were eligible for door prizes and some very nice raffle prizes.Headlining the event was Celebrity Chef Michael Voltaggio, owner of, Ink, one of the hottest new restaurants in Southern California. Chef Voltaggio not only created some stunning dishes, he was also on hand to autograph his latest book. Here are some photos from the event. Beef cheeks with turnip and beef threads Branzino with roasted cauliflower, fermented grape and caper powder Michael Voltaggio autographing his book for Igor Royz, owner of Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, surrounded by Royz family.Owner of Ink Restaurant in West Hollywood, selected as One of Food and Wine's Best New Chefs of 2013, and Top Chef winner, Voltaggio heats things up during the Universal Discoveries event at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center in Studio City.Stop in one of the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center locations today to find out about the latest trends in appliances and plumbing fixtures. Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:

Chef Michael Voltaggio at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterOn Saturday, Sept. 7th from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM, Chef Michael Voltaggio will be displaying his dazzling culinary expertise and signing copies of his book at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center in Studio City. Owner of Ink Restaurant in West Hollywood, selected as One of Food and Wine's Best New Chefs of 2013, and Top Chef winner, Voltaggio is headlining the Universal Discoveries event at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center in Studio City. Guests will also experience chefs from, Viking, Thermador, and Jenn-Air preparing dishes to impress the palate, as well as reps from Miele providing dessert and coffee. To add to the excitement there will be an hourly raffle, door prizes, and sale prices on appliances and plumbing fixtures with no-interest financing for 12 months. WHAT: Cooking demonstration and book signing with Chef Michael Voltaggio, as well as cocktails, wine, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, door prizes, and much more. WHEN: Saturday, September 7, 2013 from 12:00PM – 4:00PM WHERE: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City (on the southeast corner at Laurel Canyon). More about Michael Voltaggio:Check out the menu at MVink.com, and read the what the LATimes had to say below: "Ink, a casual place with a cozy, but edgy decor and a small plates format. One thing you'd never call Voltaggio's food is rustic. This is stylized, cutting-edge cuisine more influenced

LA Food and Wine Festival 2013, Aug 25 - 28 Santa Monica - Downtown - Beverly Hills LA's Ultimate Food & Wine Festival. The Third Annual Los Angeles Food & Wine. Revel in city-wide celebrations, August 21-25. 20 events at three major venues. Check out Thursday's special event - Giada's Festa Italiana Giada De Laurentis plays host at this very special night alongside a line-up of culinary icons and their unique interpretations of Italian cuisine. Over two hundred wines from around the world will be poured alongside top brews and spirits. This is your chance to rub shoulders with culinary royalty while feasting and toasting to all that makes LA great – from rock stars to rock star chefs to Hollywood elites and unparalleled wines, this is the night not to be missed. For more information go to www.lafw.com. Universal Discoveries: The Limitless Kitchen, Sept. 7 Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Featuring Michael Voltaggio - winner Top Chef - owner inc restaurant, W. HollywoodOn September 7, join Chef Michael Voltaggio as he displays his dazzling culinary expertise and signs copies of his latest book at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center in Studio City. WHAT: Cooking demonstration and book signing with Chef Michael Voltaggio, as well as cocktails, wine, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, door prizes, and much more. WHEN: Saturday, September 7, 2013 from 12:00PM – 4:00PM WHERE: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City (on the southeast corner at Laurel Canyon)