THE KITCHENISTA

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Archive for September, 2011

MAGNET AUTUMN SALE BEGINS

30.09.2011

Are you looking to inject autumnal warmth into your kitchen now the sun has set for the summer? With these fantastic offers from Magnet, a brand new kitchen could be closer than you think and could be installed in time for Christmas.

The luminous maple veneer of the Madison brings this design to life. Profiling a contemporary look with chunky worktops and contrasting end panels, the real wood effect will bring warmth and unique character to any kitchen.

600mm single floor unit was £482.90. NOW £241.45

Other savings include:

- 50% off all cabinets

- An extra 20% off sale prices

- FREE pop up TV or FREE AEG appliance pack

Magnet sponsors new Good Food show – My Kitchen

30.09.2011

If you haven’t already seen our news, we are delighted to announce we are sponsoring Good Food’s new daily show MY KITCHEN, which will feature celebrity chefs inviting viewers into their homes.

You can catch our logo on the 30 minute daily show over the next 10 weeks, which started this week. Have you seen it yet?

So for all you food fanatics, get watching the show and see what celebrity chefs cook when they are out of the media spotlight.

Extract Style from Function

16.09.2011

Extractor hoods no longer just provide the function of removing steam, smells and airborne food/grease particles during cooking, they can now be one of the most stylish appliances in the kitchen.

From chimney to telescopic, integrated to canopy, there’s an extractor hood to suit any kitchen design.

Try installing built-in lights to illuminate your cooking surface like the Elica Mini Om, which also has a minimum noise level and long life charcoal filter.

If you’re after something a little more glitzy, the Elica Star (above) will guarantee that your extractor hood is a focal point in the room. With three speeds and a booster illuminated ‘Magic Wand’ this re-circulating hood is as high performance as it is visual.

Some kitchens are more suited to a subtle chimney hood, which won’t detract from the overall design and descend from directly above the hob. The EFC90245X from Electrolux has push buttons and an aluminium grease filter so it’s functional and stylish.

Integrated Hoods consist of an extractor fan mounted behind a casing that matches your kitchen units which will look great in a minimalist or contemporary setting. The false front pulls open when you need to use the hood, activating the fan.

Pippa Middleton Enjoys Cooking in the Kitchen

02.09.2011

Not only has Miss Middleton’s derriere stolen the hearts of millions,  breaking news reports that she will melt your heart in the kitchen.

Having successfully completed an intensive four-week stint at a prestigious cookery school, Pippa was described by her tutors as “an asset to any kitchen”.

Cooking up a storm of saffron scallops with spinach and sweet tomato pickle, pan fried red snapper with mashed potato as well as French beans and red pepper relish. Is it any wonder she is considered a new domestic goddess?

So ladies, now you’ve perfected your booty and styled the swish in your hair, it’s time to master the art of performing in the kitchen.