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Follow-Up to Espresso-Rubbed Pork Chop RecipeGreat Vegetable July 4th Side DishWe recently shared a recipe for Expresso-Rubbed Pork Chops from True Residential. Now, here is their recipe for Grilled Summer Vegetables with Couscous - a great companion to the pork chops. But first, a word from the people who shared these recipes - True Refrigeration:True Mise en PlaceFrench for "put in place", the term means so much more. As True describes it:"To practice mise en place is to gather and arrange necessary ingredients and tools—and not just to gather but to “work clean,” keep the cooking space uncluttered and balanced, a harmony of chef, tools, ingredients, and space."The True 42 is not just a full-size built-in side-by-side refrigerator, it incorporates the True Professional technology and quality that you'd expect to find in a professional kitchen. More than that, it's designed in accordance with mise en place principals. Now, the best residential kitchens can have a refrigerator inspired by the best chefs in the world. To find out more about using True in your home chef's kitchen schedule an appointment with the experts at Universal Appliance and KItchen Center.   PEARL COUSCOUS WITH GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLESSERVING SIZE: 4INGREDIENTS1 package of plain pearl couscous4 Roma tomatoes sliced crosswise1 small eggplant sliced lengthwise½ cup of olive oil1 zucchini sliced lengthwise 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic1 yellow squash sliced lengthwiseSea salt and fresh ground pepper1 red onion sliced crosswise1 tablespoon of chopped fresh rosemaryPREPARATIONCook the couscous according to package instructions. Keep warm.Mix olive oil with garlic

We loved this in 2015 - Worth sharing againGreat Pork Chop Recipe from True-RefrigerationEnjoy your Upcoming July 4th Celebration from UAKCI just love grilling pork chops, but frankly I'm getting tired of using my tried and true grocery store Montreal Grill Seasoning. After a while everything tastes the same. So, I was delighted when I came across this Pork Chop Rub from our friends at True Refrigeration.They seem to be very dialed in with a rub that's going to add some (not too much) heat, as well as the hearty, earthy espresso/coffee flavor from ground coffee beans. We're going to follow this up with a recipe for a nice side dish that will go perfectly with the chops, so check back at this blog in a couple of days. The side dish recipe is also from True Refrigeration.ESPRESSO-RUBBED PORK RIB CHOPMAKES 4 SERVINGSINGREDIENTS1 tablespoon finely ground coffee or espresso 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons dark brown sugar 1/8 ground coriander2 teaspoons chili powder 1/8 tablespoon turmeric3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (4) 12 oz. pork rib chops or 4lbs. pork tenderloin or loin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt1/2 teaspoon onion powderINSTRUCTIONS Combine all spices, except the salt, in a mixing bowl to create a dry rub. Then, rub the pork on all sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. One hour before grilling, pull the pork from the refrigerator and season well on all sides with salt. Let sit at room temperature for an hour while

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

 Great Vegetable Side DishWe recently shared a recipe for Expresso-Rubbed Pork Chops from True Residential. Now, here is their recipe for Grilled Summer Vegetables with Couscous - a great companion to the pork chops. But first, a word from the people who shared these recipes - True Refrigeration:True Mise en PlaceFrench for "put in place", the term means so much more. As True describes it:"To practice mise en place is to gather and arrange necessary ingredients and tools—and not just to gather but to “work clean,” keep the cooking space uncluttered and balanced, a harmony of chef, tools, ingredients, and space."The True 42 is not just a full-size built-in side-by-side refrigerator, it incorporates the True Professional technology and quality that you'd expect to find in a professional kitchen. More than that, it's designed in accordance with mise en place principals. Now, the best residential kitchens can have a refrigerator inspired by the best chefs in the world. To find out more about using True in your home chef's kitchen schedule an appointment with the experts at Universal Appliance and KItchen Center.   PEARL COUSCOUS WITH GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLESSERVING SIZE: 4INGREDIENTS1 package of plain pearl couscous4 Roma tomatoes sliced crosswise1 small eggplant sliced lengthwise½ cup of olive oil1 zucchini sliced lengthwise 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic1 yellow squash sliced lengthwiseSea salt and fresh ground pepper1 red onion sliced crosswise1 tablespoon of chopped fresh rosemaryPREPARATIONCook the couscous according to package instructions. Keep warm.Mix olive oil with garlic and chopped rosemary. Brush the vegetables with

Great Pork Chop Recipe from True-Refrigeration I just love grilling pork chops, but frankly I'm getting tired of using my tried and true grocery store Montreal Grill Seasoning. After a while everything tastes the same. So, I was delighted when I came across this Pork Chop Rub from our friends at True Refrigeration. They seem to be very dialed in with a rub that's going to add some (not too much) heat, as well as the hearty, earthy espresso/coffee flavor from ground coffee beans. We're going to follow this up with a recipe for a nice side dish that will go perfectly with the chops, so check back at this blog in a couple of days. The side dish recipe is also from True Refrigeration. ESPRESSO-RUBBED PORK RIB CHOP MAKES 4 SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon finely ground coffee or espresso 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 teaspoons dark brown sugar 1/8 ground coriander2 teaspoons chili powder 1/8 tablespoon turmeric3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (4) 12 oz. pork rib chops or 4lbs. pork tenderloin or loin1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt1/2 teaspoon onion powder INSTRUCTIONS Combine all spices, except the salt, in a mixing bowl to create a dry rub. Then, rub the pork on all sides. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours. One hour before grilling, pull the pork from the refrigerator and season well on all sides with salt. Let sit at room temperature for an hour while the grill is heating up. Set up your

True Professional Clear Ice Machine True Professional Those two words mean a lot. It's the brand you see when you get to peek in the back room at your favorite restaurant -TRUE. It's the cooler that keeps dairy products chilled at the grocers -TRUE. It's the wine chiller at the wine bar down the street - TRUE. And it's the premium line of specialty refrigeration refined for the home - TRUE. Continuing the tradition from the Trulaske family, True now expands their product offering to include a clear ice machine. The latest addition to the True Residential line, this undercounter ice machine is the highest-performing, most energy-efficient clear ice machine available to homeowners. With our patented TruLumina Lighting System and UL-rated for both indoor and outdoor use, it’s an incredibly convenient, energy-efficient, beautiful machine. The True clear ice machine is the ultimate addition to any home. Perfect indoors and out, it provides maximum ice production, up to 70lbs. per day with storage of 28lbs. Beautiful clear cubes will make the perfect complement to your beverage of choice. Available with either a right hand or left hand door swing stainless model, as well as right hand or left hand swing overlay model, the True clear ice machine features patented LED lighting which gently illuminates the clear ice in 15 delightful colors. Only True ice machines come standard with a built-in drain pump and water filter. True aslo has an industry exclusive 3 year full warranty, and 6 year warranty on the

Nation's Largest Design Show - A Los Angeles TreasureUpdate from our previous blog post:Dwell on Design 2015On May 29th through May 31st Dwell on Design will be taking over the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center with exhibits, workshops, presentations, and CEU educational sessions for the design trade. While events begin on May 21st and end on May 31st, the exhibit itself opens on Friday, May 29th with a day reserved exclusively for the trade, and continues on May 30th and 31st. Early Bird Registration expires March 31st. Save money by registering now.Exhibitors Here is a list of just some of the Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center brands that are exhibiting at DWELL. Best BrizoDacor Duravit Hansgrohe Miele Sub-Zero Wolf True Professional Victoria + AlbertEVENT INFORMATION:Dwell on Design Show Hours:Friday, May 29 10:00am-7:00pmSaturday, May 30 10:00am-6:00pmSunday, May 31 10:00am-5:00pmDwell Design Week Events:May 21 – May 31Dwell Home Tours:Saturday, May 23, Saturday May 30, and Sunday May 31For the TradeDwell on Design is an unparalleled opportunity to meet colleagues, learn about new design developments and new products, as well as earning continuing education (CEU) units (see below).Professional EducationA range of professional and trade associations such as AIA, ASID, NKBA, and NAHB choose to have an exhibit presence, host member events, and offer continuing education at Dwell on Design Los Angeles.Trade DayOn Trade Day, Friday, May 29, and the weekend of May 30 and 31, DWELL will host special design trade programs and presentations onstage, including CEU programs.And remember: For

New Product Announcement - Wanna Beer? Available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Beer Tap Model Above: TRUE TUR-15BD-R-SS- A We certainly know and appreciate the need for high quality wine storage unit to preserve those fine wines, and getting a True Wine Cellar is a great choice. After all, these are the folks who handle wine storage for the professionals. But, when you're entertaining or sometimes when you come in on a hot day...you just "wanna beer". So True has recently launched a 15" beverage dispenser. TRUE TUR15BD-R-OP-A Here's what they have to say about this new product: The True Beverage Dispenser gives you The Perfect Serve. Ideal for the beer connoisseur or for those who love to entertain, this draft beer dispenser uses our exclusive airflow technology to deliver a frosty and refreshing beverage, every time. Best of all, this versatile beer keg cooler is completely convertible to a Beverage Center, Wine Cabinet, or All Refrigerator. With commercial-grade performance and the flexibility of its compact size, the True Professional Series® 15" Beverage Dispenser is sure to complement any space in your home. True is truly a superior refrigeration product. Find out for yourself. Call or visit the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today: Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City: Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center facebook twitter  

For the discerning wine lover 1. Economy wine cooler. In this case you are just looking for something to cool a few bottles of inexpensive wine at the lowest price. You could pick up a decent countertop unit for less than $150. For a few dollars more Universal Kitchen and Appliance Center has a larger Frigidaire undercounter model (FFWC35F4LB) on sale for only $249. 2. Undercounter wine unit with dual zone temperature controls and UV protected thermal glass door. This choice will help you keep your whites cold and your reds not so cold. Expect nice rollout shelves and an interior light. For a good name brand prices are going to start over $1500 and go up from there. This KitchenAid might be a good place to start. Check Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for the best price. 3. Full height wine cabinet with three temperature zones. In this category features might include electronic controls. Separate sealed temperature zones. Low vibration specially mounted compressor, and LED interior lighting. Depending on features and price these wine cabinets will do a good job of storing really fine wines. Expect prices to be from $6,000 up. 4. Professional wine storage by True and Perlick. True and Perlick refrigeration products are respected by culinary professionals everywhere. Their products are used in some of the most prestigious hotels and restaurants in the world. Though each brand has distinct offerings, these two companies have a heritage in commercial refrigeration that make them an ideal choice for

The 2012 KB Culture Awards are out, and in the Outdoor Kitchen category the two winners were both refrigerator brands. True Manufacturing's Dual-Zone Wine Cabinet won first prize with a wine cabinet that has an outdoor-approved UL rating. Don't worry about this alfresco cellar being burgled, either: the fridge can be linked to a home security system, keeping its 45 bottles safe. The other prize in this category went to Perlick for their outdoor rated refrigerator drawers. This unit has a variable speed compressor as well as an energy-star rating. The digital controls provide unrivaled temperature uniformity. For more information about either the True Wine Cabinet or the Perlick refrigerator drawers call University Appliance and Kitchen Center today or visit them at their Studio CIty location below. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center 12025 Ventura Blvd. Ste B-105 Studio City, CA 91604 PH 877 696-2987