Wine

While most homeowners turn to a premium refrigerator for their food and beverage storage needs, if you’re a wine collector you know that the only appliance that will effectively meet your needs is a wine cooler. Wine coolers, also known as wine refrigerators, are specifically designed to store and preserve wine, providing a host of advanced features and functions that ensure your wines taste absolutely exquisite. But what should you look for in a new wine cooler? To help with your search, we’ve compiled some useful information on things you need to consider when investing in a wine cooler. Wine Cooler Storage Space You need a wine cooler that can properly store your entire wine collection, and the first thing to consider when searching for a new unit is the amount of storage space you need. Wine coolers come in a variety of sizes that help homeowners store both big and small wine collections. Most mid-sized units can hold between 20 to 50 bottles of wine, but there are also massive coolers that can store over 100 bottles. Should you only have a small selection of wines you want to preserve, you can invest in a small wine cooler to hold around 10 to 15 bottles. There are even miniature units available that preserve two bottles of wine. Thanks to a host of offerings from premium brands, you’ll be able to find the right cooler for your wines no matter the size of your collection. Temperature, Humidity and Wine Racks

Buying an Appliance for Valentines Day?The question of the day is should I get my love a new appliance for Valentine's Day? Let's review.Is an appliance romantic? Not necessarily. A washing machine could make your loved one think of drudgery. On the other hand, a built-in coffee maker/espresso machine like this Jenn-Air might make your loved one's heart flutter. We can help you with that at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center.Should I add a Valentine's card or a ribbon to the gift? If you're surprising your spouse with a dishwasher, we'd suggest you start with a dozen roses and a box of chocolates to accompany the dishwasher. We've got just the dishwasher for you, too! Not just a dishwasher, but this Miele Dishwasher. It's an unbelievable price for one of the world's highest quality appliance brands.Wine is always appreciated. Get a bottle of his or her favorite wine, and accompany it with a new wine reserve like the Sub Zero below: Finally, a really top-notch countertop appliance, such as the Wolf Gourmet Countertop Oven might be just the thing to put a smile on the face of your significant other.If you're in a relationship, take it from me. Whatever you do, Don't forget Valentine's Day.Call or visit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today for relief from impending Valentine's Day distress.  

Colorful Salute to the New YearCranberry Champagne CocktailHeres a great adaption of the traditional glass of champagne to bring in the New Year. Not only tasty, it's a colorful departure from tradition. Tyler Florence - Food Network 1 -ounce cranberry juice (sweetened)1 wedge limeChampagne or sparkling wineCranberries (frozen)In a chilled Champagne flute add cranberry juice and a squeeze of lime. Top off the glass with Champagne. Garnish with 3 or 4 cranberries. This is one of my favorite ways to convert Champagne into a delightful holiday drink. It adds just a tad of sweetness and color. Feel free to adapt this. Substitute a cube of sugar instead of the cranberries. No lime wedge? Use an orange slice. It's your party. You make the rules!If you need something to store a few bottles of wine or maybe Champagne, check with the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. Here's an example of a 6 bottle wine cooler from Vinotemp.Vinotemp EPCV006Vinotemp Cavanova 6-Bottle Thermoelectric Wall-Mounted Wine CoolerConveniently store and display 6 of your favorite wines in this sleek wall-mounted wine cooler by Cavanova. Utilizing eco-friendly thermoelectric technology, this all black cooler operates quietly with little vibration. A user friendly digital touch screen control panel located on the left side of the door allows you to adjust the temperature of the cooler for reds and whites. Organizing bottles inside this cooler is simple; each bottle has its own compartment making it easy to choose which wine to serve your guests.For all your needs with

Freestanding Wine Units - A First For MieleKnown for their superb built-in wine units, Miele is now introducing a new line of freestanding wine units in both a full-height and under counter models. We're featuring the full size freestanding unit below, but we also include model numbers on the under counter models. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center offers the complete Miele line.KWT 6832 SGS Freestanding Wine Storage SystemIntegrated side handle stripLow-vibration compressorActive AirClean filter2 inclinable decanting racksGlass holderAs you might expect from Miele's German heritage, the new wine coolers are both elegant and understated. Loaded with exclusive and innovative features, Miele's wine units are precisely engineered with all the features important for convenience and perfect wine storage, but without useless frills.The new freestanding unit KWT6832 SGS can store up to 178 bottles in three independent temperature zones. It includes a Miele exclusive Sommelier Set which consists of a glass holder ConvivoBox with space to exhibit three select wine bottles. Wine glasses may be securely hung from a nearby rack. Two small compartments will hold other wine accessories.The Miele wine unit comes with FlexiFrame bottle racks to fit various wine bottle sizes. A decanting rack allows wine to be stored at an angle which allows wine sediment to settle and remain separate from the wine during pouring. Low-key lighting at the top and solid wood bottle presenters make for an exceptional display of your favorite collectible wines.Of course, Miele's new wine units are energy efficient and maintain constant temperatures with Miele's

Highlights from LA Dwell on Design Show The show is winding down on Day 3, but we couldn't wait to begin showing some of the products that were highlighted at Dwell on Design 2015. Look for even more in upcoming blogs. Miele Ranges, Dishwashers, Wine storage, and More Miele has been showing their all new range lineup for a few months now. It's their first range EVER. Important to get this right, the new Miele range has been eight years in the design process. Of course, Miele is hugely successful and famous with their dishwasher, which includes 25 different models for any customer's needs. Miele's wine storage units are capable of storing up to 178 bottles of wine in 3 different temperature zones. We could go on, but take a look for yourself at Miele by clicking on the link below to see the UAKC Miele selections for yourself. Miele at UAKC New Design from Duravit The L-Cube system by Christian Werner for Duravit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center is proud of their selection of fine plumbing fixtures. Here's a beautiful matched system from designer Christian Werner that was featured at the 2015 Dwell on Design. The link below will take you to the UAKC Duravit page: Duravit at UAKC Monogram Modern Home at Dwell The Monogram Modern Home is touring the country. Part of a 6 city tour, Monogram and Dwell are on the road with a tour that plays host to events at each venue including CEU credits,

A Recipe too Good not to Share Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times Some food pictures are just too good not to share. And when the recipe is from none other than Craig Clairborne, you're going to want to try it. Now, I know that this might be more appropriate for a cold winter night, but if you're in the mood for some good home cookin' a hearty beef stew is going to taste great anytime of the year. Serve this over your favorite noodles. Can you say? - Delicious! Think about a loaf of warm bread; pair your stew with a hearty red wine, and you've got a complete meal. INGREDIENTS 4 pounds lean, boneless chuck steak¼ cup olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic2 cups coarsely chopped onions6 tablespoons flour4 cups dry red wine2 cups water4 whole cloves1 bay leaf½ teaspoon thyme6 sprigs parsley, tied in a bundle6 large carrots, about 1 1/2 pounds, trimmed and scraped PREPARATION Cut the meat into two-inch cubes.Using a large skillet, heat the oil and add the beef cubes in one layer. Add salt and pepper and cook, stirring and turning the pieces often, for about 10 minutes.Add the garlic and onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for another 10 minutes. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat the meat evenly.Add the wine and stir until the mixture boils and thickens. Stir in the water. Add the cloves, bay leaf, thyme and parsley. Cover closely and

What to put under the tree? Want to get some thing big for Christmas, but it won't fit under the tree? Here's a thought. Choose a small item to put under the tree that is a hint that leads to the big gift. For example: Under the Tree No.1 Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee The Rolls-Royce of coffees regarded by many as the best coffee in the world. Blue Mountain Coffee has a full flavor, balance, prominent fruit flavors, acidity and provides all the satisfaction one could want with a strong and intense aroma. A very clean taste, with a noticeable sweetness. This is authentic 100% Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee. Whole bean. New larger size 16 oz. bag. Bigger Gift Jenn-Air Gourmet Coffee Maker JBC7624BS Discover the Jenn-Air built-in coffee system, which offers remarkable precision – and the ability to customize coffee, espresso and cappuccino completely to your preferences. You'll find details like 13 levels for grinding beans, control over the strength and size of each serving as well as effortless cleaning. For bold new possibilities, cup after cup. Under the Tree #2 A bottle of fine wine This Limited Edition Holiday Gift includes one 750ml bottle of Silver Oak 2009 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and a custom-designed canvas gift bag withlogo. Ready-to-give, this gift set will be sure to bring a smile to any wine lover’s face. This wine has been cellared in ideal conditions and each gift is insured at no cost to the buyer. Bigger Gift While a

White or Red? What do most people choose? Wine consumption seems to be at an all time high, but are we drinking more white or more red? U.S. wine consumption is more red than white (unless you live in Nebraska, Kansas, or Iowa). In France, they drink much more red than white. In fact, in France white wine is not even in second place. They drink more rosé in France than they do white wine, and of course more Champagne. Curiously, France was recently surpassed by China for red wine consumption. Bear in mind, that China has 1.3 billion population and France has about 66 million. Per capita, the Chinese average about a bottle and a half of wine per person per year. The French hold up their reputation with over 44 liters annually per person. In the U.S., we're doing out best to catch up and we managed over 10 liters of wine per capita in 2013. We're headed in the right direction and are expected to increase consumption to 386 million cases by 2017. GOOD JOB USA! Regardless of your preference, you can help the U.S. continue on its goal to exceed France in wine consumption! It's the patriotic thing to do. Clearly, you're going to need a new wine storage unit so take a look at our previous blog on the excellent choices for wine storage at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center by clicking on the link below: Wine Storage for the Holidays Call Universal Appliance and

Store wine properly with a proper wine unitFrom Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterAt Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) you can find one of Southern California's largest selection of wine storage units. Choose from the following brands: Avanti Scotsman Jenn-air Danby Sub Zero Kitchenaid Electrolux Sub-zero Liebherr Fagor America Inc True Manufacturing Marvel Frigidaire U-line Miele Gaggenau Viking Perlick Ge Profile Vinotemp_____Here are four quite different examples to choose from. Frigidaire's Two-Zone wine cooler. KitchenAid's undercounter 48 bottle wine cooler. Vinotemp's full height mirrored wine and beverage cooler, and Liebherr's luxury 3-temp full height wine cooler. FrigidaireFrigidaire 38 Bottle Two-Zone Wine Cooler Reversible Tinted Glass Door Natural Stained Wood Shelves Temperature Range 41-64 F Degrees Bright Interior Lighting Precision-Set™Digital ControlsFFWC3822QS -$499_____KitchenAid Wine CoolerWine enthusiasts will appreciate this 46-bottle capacity wine cellar with true dual temperature zones that allow you to store red and white wines at different temperatures. Canted racks let the bottles nestle at a slight angle that helps prevent the cork from drying out. And a UV-resistant thermal glass door filters out harmful UVrays to help maintain temperatures.KUWL304CSS - Sale Price $1799 (see final price in cart)_____Vinotemp Wine Storage UnitVinotemp's Mirrored Touch Screen Wine and Beverage Cooler is the ultimate entertaining center. This sophisticated mirrored cooler can house up to 54 standard wine bottles in the upper zone and 120 12 oz. cans in the lower zone. Front exhaust allows this cooler to fit seamlessly into existing cabinetry, lending a modern touch to any room. A touch screen

Jenn-Air at LA Food and WineJenn-Air at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterThis weekend's Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival featured some of the World's best chefs. Jenn-Air was there as the exclusive appliance sponsor and host. You'll find the complete Jenn-Air line of appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC).Here's the Jenn-Air display in the Grand Tasting Kitchen at the Los Angeles Food and Wine festival:Iron Chef Morimoto shows his prowess with fish at this Master Class Culinary Demonstration in the Jenn-Air kitchen at Los Angeles Food and Wine:Jenn-Air is launching over 50 new appliance products for 2014. The new lineup includes new professional cooktops with brass burners, an industry exclusive built-in refrigerator with an Obsidian interior, and a stunning new slide in range. You'll want to check them out for yourself at one of the two UAKC showrooms in Studio City and Calabasas.Jenn-Air has beefed up their promotional efforts for the fall selling season. Here are 3 promotions which can be mixed and matched to achieve total savings of $5498 starting September 1st. You can find out more about how you can save money on Jenn-Air at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. Be sure to ask them about Jenn-Air's new certified installation offer which extends your warranty. For the best selection and lowest prices on Jenn-Air and other fine appliances and plumbing fixtures visit the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:We Deliver and InstallAll Major Appliances877-696-2982Studio City12050