The Dutch kitchen brand Pelgrim is the first player in the industry to announce that it will completely stop the production and sale of gas hobs and cookers. The company, which has been marketing gas stoves since 1952, focuses entirely on electric stoves with a view to the energy transition.
The company focuses entirely on electric hobs, in particular the popular induction hobs from its own factory. Convenience, safety and durability are the main reasons why more than 95% of people choose induction when purchasing a new cooktop.
The last Pelgrim gas appliances that are still in stock at kitchen specialty stores may still be sold. Consumers with a gas appliance can still contact Pelgrim for questions. For your information, the Pelgrim website only lists the latest models that may still be for sale in the store.
The traditional Dutch brand Pelgrim was founded in 1920 with the opening of the NV.emailleerfabriek Neerlandia by Messrs JMG Oorsprong and BJ Pelgrim. After the discovery of natural gas, the first houses in the Netherlands were connected to natural gas in 1951. A year later, Pelgrim started producing its gas stoves and later also gas stoves. In 2022, the last Pelgrim gas hob rolled off the production line.
The new Grundig range of built-in electric ovens features innovative cooking technologies, designed to save time and effort. Thanks to a new fan system and a redesigned oven interior, the HotAero Pro technology ensures even heat distribution throughout the oven, delivering more even cooking results every time.
The range include 60cm single ovens, 90cm ovens, and 45cm compact ovens. They are equipped with multiple functions, including steam cooking, pre-set recipes, and self-cleaning technologies that help cookers to obtain the best results.
It is also available the Grundig 90cm Multi-function Double Oven featuring eight cooking functions for the main oven and four functions for the top oven. For ultimate ease, this model is also equipped with useful cleaning features, including nano-coated glass doors and catalytic oven liners.
Bertazzoni recently received the 2022 Good Design Award for two of its appliances: 36-inch Induction Built-in Cooktop with Integrated Hood and the new French Door Refrigeration Platform.
Designed with precision touch controls and digital-timed cooking functions, the 36-inch Induction Built-in Cooktop with Integrated Hood allows to efficiently manage the cooking process, and offers a refined style with its integrated down-draft hood-perfect for island applications in particular. Moreover, the induction hob features four speeds for each of its cooking zones, providing instant heating and cooling through the latest induction technology. This cooktop also includes sensorsthat automatically detect the sizeof thecookware and adjust the heated area to fit their footprint, allowing for the heating in the induction zone to be the most efficient.
36’’ French Door Refrigeration series
The French Door Refrigeration Platform, instead, offers superior energy efficiency, with 8% less power consumption and EnergyStar ratings, and the XT model features the all-new Quattro Temp Zone – a storage drawer with customizable settings with an LED touch interface to precisely control temperature. The designs behind each unit represent the latest in food preservation technology with thoughtful features including top category interior space dimensions to maximize load capacity and digitalLED touch interfaces that control temperature and humidity
Gaggenau opened the first of its new concept flagships in Brussels and Amsterdam in 2022, followed by the Shanghai flagship, and now plans to expand further, with additional locations
in the United States and Canada are scheduled for summer 2023 with Vancouver and Toronto, followed by Washington DC and Houston later in the year and Sydney in 2024
ASKO to launch The Celsius°Cooking™ HID956MC Hob has been designed with a matt black finish and features 3 auto bridge zones, expanding the induction cooking area and gives total coverage for bigger dishes, grill pans and teppanyaki
Hisense Europe, the European part of the Chinese technology group Hisense, which also includes Gorenje, is officially opening an innovation center next week in Velenje. The grand opening of the center for research and development in the field of household appliances for the whole of Europe and for kitchen and premium appliances for the global market will take place on Monday. In the invitation to the event, Hisense Europe, which is based in Velenje, wrote that the development of technology and devices within the group will take place in Velenje, regardless of where the production of individual devices will take place and which market they will be intended for.
With the opening of the center, for which they have been preparing for a long time, “Hisense further strengthens the importance of Slovenia as its central European production and development location, which also brings new investments and jobs”, the corporation pointed out.
Hisense Europe has business units in 27 European countries, as well as three production and four research and development centers. In the group, the field of research and development was identified as one of the most important pillars of the company’s development. This is also why they have invested a lot of money for this purpose in recent years – last year there was talk of 50 million euros – and the group has also strengthened the recruitment of technological staff.
In addition to Velenj, the group has so far carried out research and development activities in Slovenia in Ljubljana and Maribor.
The recycled plastic content and advanced food preservation features of our new built-in refrigerators have been well received by consumers. Simona Oboroceanu, Category Marketing Manager from the Food Preservation team at Electrolux tells us why.
Hi Simona! Tell us more about our breakthrough in incorporating recycled plastic in our refrigerators.
The Electrolux Group has developed a new line of built-in refrigerators – the Electrolux 500-900 Series and AEG 5000-9000 Series – that we’re currently launching in Europe. The recent launches have inner liners made from 70% recycled plastic, which equates to 13% of the total plastic used in the refrigerator. We are the first in the world to incorporate this much recycled plastic into a refrigerator so it’s an important industry breakthrough.
The plastic is sourced from a specialty supplier that collects and refines plastic from discarded refrigerators in Europe. It is very important that we work with strong and reliable partners that can provide access to high-quality recycled materials.
The range has been well received at fairs such as IFA in Berlin as the industry sees the product as being concrete proof that we take sustainability seriously.
How have consumers responded to the inner liners made from recycled plastic?
Consumers have responded very positively to the inner liners, and they perceive the gray shade of plastic as being more premium than standard white liners. They favor products made from recycled materials and our research has shown they want this kind of refrigerator with recycled materials.
How do our built-in fridges help retain nutrients and avoid food waste?
The recent launches have an innovative GreenZone crisper drawer to keep fruit and vegetables fresh. They are offered in two versions – one with a manual vent that consumers can open or close depending on how full the drawer is and an automatic version. The automatic crisper has a membrane that allows ingredients to breathe by regulating and optimizing humidity.
Third-party studies have shown that our GreenZone crisper drawer can retain 95% of the vitamin C in blueberries after 11 days. None of our competitors use this kind of innovative membrane so it is a clear competitive advantage for us.
The recent launches also use innovative cooling technology that keeps the temperature stable to help ingredients last longer. One of the solutions is Cooling 360, which maintains a more stable temperature distribution, to preserve food for longer by avoiding temperature shocks and stress on food. Our TwinTech® No Frost also keeps food hydrated with independent cooling systems for the fridge and the freezer parts.
What do customers think about these enhanced abilities to help preserve ingredients?
Consumers immediately understand the value to them – not only in terms of retaining the vitamins in their ingredients for their health, but also making ingredients last longer and ultimately helping them to avoid food waste. Importantly, consumers really value the third-party verified fact-based claims we make. At Electrolux Group we’re committed to help consumers live better, more sustainable lives in the home and this refrigerator line reflects that.
Consumers have shown increased interest in healthy eating, particularly since the pandemic, and we go beyond the standard refrigerator offering by helping them to maintain the vitamin content and quality of the food they eat. Also, people are becoming increasingly conscious of food waste and the materials that are used to manufacture their products.
Will they be launched in other markets in 2023?
Yes, as well as continuing to roll out these innovations across Europe in 2023, we are looking at launching in other regions, such as Asia Pacific, in the coming years. Watch this space!
Prima, the kitchen brand exclusive to distributor PJH, has added a new ‘Full Black’ Venting Induction Hob to its premium ‘Prima+’ range. Sleek, with contemporary on-trend styling, the Prima+ PRVH001 Black 80cm Venting Induction Hob, boasts a flawless black glass frameless appearance, with a highly efficient integrated matt black steel extractor grid that can easily remove steam and cooking smells at source.
As an integrated 2-in-1 induction hob and extractor, the Prima+ PRVH001 Black Venting Induction Hob gives consumers complete flexibility when it comes to placement, making it ideal for kitchen island installations as well as in front of windows or traditional back-to-wall. Without requiring a hood, its space-saving design is also ideal for smaller kitchens too.
With 3 venting speed levels, an extraction rate of up to 398m3 /H and running at just 61dB (A) during operation, the Prima+ PRVH001 Black 80cm Venting Induction Hob, is as practical as it is stylish. The hob also has easy-to-use digital touch controls with 9 power level settings, a bridge section and all the safety features intrinsic to induction cooking such as an auto shut-off mechanism, child lock and residual heat indication.
Rob Brooks, product manager, Prima, said: “The new Prima+ PRVH001 Black 80cm Venting Induction Hob, with its fully black glass frameless design means customers can now achieve that much-in-demand all black contemporary styling in their kitchen as well as coordinate with our Prima+ Oven collection.
“The Prima+ PRVH001 Black 80cm Venting Induction Hob, retails at an extremely competitive price point, and offering all the style, functions and features expected from a high spec venting induction hob, it represents extremely good value for money.”
Measuring H 60 x W 800 x D 520mm, the Prima+ PRVH001 Black 80cm Induction Hob comes with a 5-years parts and 2-years labour warranty
Samsung Launches New Series 7 Bespoke AI™ Oven February 3, 2023Share open/close Featuring AI Pro Cooking technology to make healthy meal prepping simple for the smartest, most versatile, and interactive kitchen space ever
London, UK – 3rd February 2023 – Samsung Electronics UK Ltd. has today announced the launch of the latest addition to its Bespoke home appliance range with the Series 7 Bespoke AI™ Oven, designed to make your kitchen smarter, more versatile and more interactive than ever.
The Series 7 Bespoke AI™ Oven is set to revolutionise the healthy meal prepping experience, through its powerful and intelligent AI Pro Cooking[1]technology, to produce delicious meals that cater to users’ dietary requirements.
AI Pro Cooking optimises cooking settings while monitoring food. If the oven is set to cook a recognised dish, it will recommend the cooking mode, temperature, and cooking time. Individuals can also see how their meal is coming along in real-time, by pairing the oven with the SmartThings App[2] and tapping View Inside. In addition to this, Samsung’s Dual Cook Steam™ gives users the ability to prepare healthy steamed dishes while cooking separate dishes at different temperatures, at the same time.
With the oven’s internal camera and powerful AI and with the Sense Inside feature[3]– the first food recognition and burn detection[4]– the oven can suggest cooking settings by recognising 80 different dishes and ingredients[5]. With the integration of SmartThings Cooking and Samsung Health, the Bespoke AI™ Oven can look at a user’s workout stats and diet goals to recommend meal options based on the ingredients they have at home.
The Bespoke AI™ Oven has a simple, sleek design, as well as a convenient auto open door for a more streamlined aesthetic. The smart oven is designed with a handleless, flat door design that syncs perfectly with any modern kitchen. With just a touch of your control panel, you can effortlessly open the smart oven’s door.
Available in Black Glass and Satin Beige. Samsung also offers matching compact ovens and warming draws
LG Electronics (LG) is presenting its state-of-the-art kitchen and living appliance lineups at the 2023 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, from January 31 to February 2.
Under the theme of ‘Life on the UP,’ LG’s exhibit showcases the modern design and advanced technology of the company’s latest appliances while highlighting the personalized convenience they provide through the addition of ThinQ UP and ThinQ Care features – now available on LG’s premium built-in lineups for the very first time. Featuring eight unique zones, LG’s booth explores diverse consumer lifestyles and aesthetics with each zone representing a different, well-known American city, location or landmark, and each displaying a selection of new, cutting-edge LG appliances.
Visitors to KBIS 2023 can discover the latest premium kitchen solutions from luxury built-in brands, Signature Kitchen Suite and LG STUDIO, both of which offer the refined design and personalization options that today’s consumers want for their homes. The new Signature Kitchen Suite 48-inch built-in refrigerator comes in stainless steel or panel-ready option and boasts Signature Fit™ Integrated Design; enabling a seamless match with any interior décor and giving customers the choice of proud or flush installation.
Also on show at KBIS is LG’s new Signature Kitchen Suite 36-inch gas cooktop. The impressive appliance features five, powerful brass burners totaling 67,500 BTUs – including a 24,000-BTU* Ultra-High™ dual burner with a convertible wok grate – which is the most of any cooktop in the luxury kitchen category. Additionally, the new cooktop is available with an easy-to-clean porcelain-coated cooking surface, while the LG STUDIO kitchen package now offers customers an elegant, new handle color – rose gold – to choose from.
For hassle-free cleanup, the Signature Kitchen Suite’s PowerSteam® dishwasher can complete a full cycle in less than one hour thanks to LG’s QuadWash™ Pro and Dynamic Heat Dry™ technologies, the latter of which circulates hot air throughout the appliance’s interior. The sleek, stainless steel dishwasher, which has ‘hidden’ controls located on top of its door, uses TrueSteam® to help remove caked-on food and reduce water spots, while QuadWash Pro uses high-pressure jets of water to clean dishware from multiple angles.
LG is also exhibiting its personalized living solutions at this year’s show, with ThinQ UP appliances such as the latest washer and dryer pair, a new minimalism concept kitchen appliances lineup, and lastly, the new MoodUP™ by LG STUDIO – a fridge with color-changing door panels (23 colors available for the upper panel and 19 for the lower) that can be easily controlled via the LG ThinQ app. ThinQ UP, which enables users to continuously upgrade their appliances with additional features, will soon be coming to LG’s built-in appliances – including the Signature Kitchen Suite and LG STUDIO lineup – as will ThinQ Care features designed to help users protect and get the most out of their LG solutions.
What’s more, LG is presenting entertaining events at the show to allow visitors to experience its products and brand values first-hand. In the Las Vegas-themed zone of the company’s booth, Signature Kitchen Suite chefs, Nick Ritchie from Napa Valley and Austin Kang from Seoul, are giving cooking demonstrations using Signature Kitchen Suite appliances to prepare delectable treats for attendees. LG is also hosting an exclusive party in its booth’s New York-themed zone on the evening before KBIS 2023 opens. Along with music and a colorful LED lighting display provided by the customizable MoodUP™ by LG STUDIO, guests will be able to enjoy delicious desserts made using the ultra-convenient Scan to Cook feature on LG STUDIO cooking appliances.
“At KBIS 2023, we will introduce the exceptional, personalized experience offered by our ultra-premium built-in appliances and ThinQ UP,” said Lyu Jae-cheol, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company. “LG will continue to deliver smart, stylish kitchen and living solutions designed to enhance consumers’ homes and daily lives.”
Visitors to LG’s booth (West Hall #3045, Las Vegas Convention Center) at KBIS 2023 will have the opportunity to experience the full portfolio of LG kitchen and living appliances.
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