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Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet NewsKalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has attracted national
attention for our innovative outdoor cooking and entertaining products in a wide variety of print, broadcast and online media outlets.
USA Today "I like to think that people are expanding their grilling horizons in tailgating just as much as they are in their backyards," says Russ Faulk, author of Cook:Out and an executive at Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. "The classics are still popular — Italian sausage, burgers — but you can just as easily make mahi tacos or pulled-turkey sandwiches." Kbbonline.com (Kitchen + Bath Business magazine) What better way to enjoy summer than with a gourmet al fresco dining experience. With this in mind, homeowners are increasingly requesting larger grills that do more than just barbecue hot dogs and hamburgers to complete their outdoor kitchens. Casual Living Magazine "It seems silly to stop after the summer season," said Lynne Eppel, publisher and editor of Edible Front Range, a Boulder, Colo.-based quarterly magazine dedicated to the area's local foods, farms and cuisines. "It is well-known that fall is when some of the best produce comes in - eggplants, peppers and others." Money.cnn.com Even with the crazy swings in the stock market, gloomy economic forecasts and beyond embarrassing government and consumer debt, Americans still can't resist the luxe. Bobvila.com If you are looking to turn your backyard into the ultimate entertainment zone with a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen, the sky—and your budget—are the only limits. Justluxe.com Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Grills are updating their line of famous Hybrid Fire Grills to include more unique features and a sleeker, more modern look. Whether you need to replace the grill at your fall/winter home or are getting ready for football season and need a bigger, better grill for cookouts, the new line is sure to please even the most particular of home griller. Thestreet.com If summer vacationers are taking "staycations" in their own backyards, those outdoor spaces may as well be places worth visiting. TheStreet did some midsummer shopping and found 10 must-have items for people whose destination is right outside their back door. Insidelux.com Transporting dirty dishes, grill tools,utensils and glasses can be daunting at the end of a meal enjoyed outdoors.Balancing the act of clean up can be dangerous for glassware... and messy; Able to withstand all weather complications, and designed with an adjustable-height dual rack system, not only is the appliance aesthetically pleasing, but it excels in all utility needs, delivering maximum efficiency. About.com: Home Furnishings Today's at-home chefs demand outdoor equipment that rivals the performance of their indoor appliances and Kalamazoo is meeting those demands at every turn with complete outdoor Gold Notes: Nuggets From The World Of Residential Design It's summertime... and the grilling is easy! One manufacturer who has made it even easier with the release of the industry's first outdoor dishwasher is Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Washington Life Magazine Pops Rock: From the techie to the businessman, sportsman, and metro-style loving dad, we've got all the gifts he'll dig for Father's Day no matter who he is. Detroit Free Press Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, a Michigan high-end outdoor kitchen equipment company, introduced what it says is the first dishwasher designed for outdoor kitchens at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas last month. It costs $4,990. Dwell.com For our new June 2011 Beach issue, I set up shop in a backyard with seven mini grills for an afternoon of barbecuing and product testing. These little charcoal cookers are great for tailgating and small gatherings, but what you really want to barbecue on a regular basis is a Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Hybrid grill. Elle Décor Oakland, California-based kitchen consultant Mark Stech-Novakhas equipped restaurants for some of the world's top chefs, from Thomas Keller to Alain Ducasse. Here, Stech-Novak's guide to the latest status gear for kitchen obsessives.. San Jose Mercury News Holy smoke, it's grilling season again. For the true grill master, the season never ends, but tradition calls the rest of us to worship at the charcoal altar once Memorial Day arrives. And it's not enough to smoke your chicken or grill that tri-tip. You've got to do it with some style and flair, and with the latest and coolest barbecue tools and gadgets you can find. Here are some tools that caught our eye. Los Angeles Times In Southern California, a homeowner could almost make the argument that an outdoor dishwasher is not a spectacular luxury. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, a high-end outdoor kitchen equipment company, introduced what it says is the first dishwasher designed for outdoor kitchens at the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas last month. Daily Herald If you can read, you can grill. That's the conclusion I've reached based on the number of grill-centric cookbooks that have filled my mailbox over the last month or so... To help you decide which cookbook to add to your collection, here, in alphabetical order, is a quick look at some of those new releases. Kalamazoo Gazette People shopping for outdoor kitchen appliances can buy a grill, refrigerator and even an outdoor pizza oven. For a Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen appliance manufacturer, there was still one territory left unexplored: dishwashing. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has introduced what is being called the world's first outdoor-rated dishwasher. MSNBC.com Just as spring's blooms signal a most welcome focus on the garden, it's time to take stock of our outdoor rooms… let's bring as many creature comforts as we can to the patio, the terrace and the deck… Kalamazoo, the grill manufacturer that describes itself as "outdoor gourmet," introduced a countertop version of an artisan pizza oven in stainless steel with a stone lining. Gold Notes I attended the 2011 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas the last week of April. As I mentioned in my KBIS trends post last week, this was the smallest I've seen the show since I started attending, both in terms of exhibitors and attendees. Nonetheless, there were some worthwhile products to see and share. Kitchenclarity.com Just in time for Summer, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet – the people who brought you their outdoor pizza oven last year - are first to market with a truly outdoor rated dishwasher. Wrapped in stainless steel, it's ruggedly handsome – the innards are made by Asko, so you know it will wash the dishes well, and what makes it unique is the Winterize Cincinnati Enquirer With a break in sight from the chilly temperatures and endless rain, lazy days by the grill, fire pit or pool feel within reach. Whether the destination is a patio, porch or deck, there are plenty of innovative and affordable new ways to create and enjoy an outdoor living space. Here are a few favorites. House Beautiful KRIS HORIUCHI: It's definitely the most ambitious one I've ever seen. Usually an outdoor kitchen is more of an adjunct, but this is complete. The client wanted the whole shebang — grill, cooktops, refrigerator, sink, pizza oven. Bobvila.com When home entertaining moves outdoors with the warmer weather, the gourmet cooking experience doesn't have to be confined indoors, helped by a variety of products shown at this year's 2011 Kitchen & Bath Show in Las Vegas. From the cooking experience to the guest experience, the Show offered up numerous innovations. Thestreet.com WASHINGTON (TheStreet) -- Each spring when the temperatures rise and hibernation ends, a select segment of homeowners starts thinking this is the year to go down to Home Depot(HD_), Lowe's(LOW_) or Sears(SHLD_) and start putting together that deck or digging out that long-desired pool. Miami Herald The importance of outdoor rooms in South Florida cannot be overstated. So why not bring as many creature comforts as we can to our patios, terraces and decks? Kalamazoo, the grill manufacturer that describes itself as "outdoor gourmet" introduced a countertop version of an artisan pizza oven in stainless steel with a stone lining. One model is $4,750 and the other, which is built to order, is $6,495. Both bake Neapolitan-style pizzas in fewer than 3 minutes. CNET.com Purchasing a new grill is a big responsibility. Not only do prospective owners need to consider style and size, but they also have to decide between gas, wood, or charcoal. These things matter, as each option provides its own set of benefits. But just because owners are faced with the choice doesn't mean they have to decide. Appliancist.com A sleek, beautiful exterior is the most noticeable feature to the only grills that can cook with wood, charcoal and gas. Under the hood, newly designed burners deliver pinpoint power and even heat. Wide design flexibility is offered as Kalamazoo offers 4 sizes of Hybrid Fire Grills, with more than 12 model variations to fulfill any outdoor cooking Foodrepublic.com A few years ago, my dear old Dad kept calling me and bragging about how he was making awesome pizzas on his outdoor grill. Then, a brochure showed up in my snail mail one day from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, touting its new line of super-fancy outdoor pizza ovens. I was like, what is this, some sort of outdoor pizza-cooking Thekitchendesigner.org Well, this dishwasher looks like the definition of luxury! Every feature appears to be "to the max" including heavy duty cleaning ability, a large and flexible interior and built in water efficiency. At $4,990, it fits in the luxury category for sure, and is built for longevity and long term good looks via its classic modern styling. 3rings.com There's no longer any excuse for keeping paper plates on hand amid your ensemble of outdoor dining accoutrements. The latest outdoor dishwasher—actually, the only outdoor dishwasher, near as we can tell—from Michigan's Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is on the scene to secure some aesthetic consistency among your spread. JustLuxe.com No need to schlep your dirty dishes into the house after an outdoor feast. Kalamazoo has made cleaning up the backyard easy with an outdoor dishwasher. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the leading manufacturer of high-end outdoor kitchen equipment, announced their latest outdoor luxury CNET.com The backyard has long been a destination for expanding kitchen-related activities. Even the old saying, "everything but the kitchen sink," no longer applies to outdoor cooking areas; outdoor kitchen setups have had sinks available as options for quite some time. However there is one piece of the outdoor kitchen puzzle that hasn't yet made it into the Appliancist.com Kalamazoo has introduced the first dishwasher designed to perform outdoors. Remember when you had your last cookout and afterwards you and all of your guests carried the plates, pots and pans indoors to be put in the dishwasher? Those days are now a thing of the past. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the leading manufacturer of high-end Tucsoncitizen.com Cook: Out by Russ Faulk (Faulk, $24.99) Appliance Magazine Stuff CHICAGO - Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the privately held For the first nine months of 2010 Chicago-based Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is seeing record demand for full outdoor kitchens and posted a 46% increase over 2009 sales. Kalamazoo is tracking double-digit growth over 2008, which was its best full year so far. Casual Living Magazine CHICAGO - Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the privately held Chicago-based manufacturer of luxury outdoor cooking and entertaining equipment, is seeing its best year on record, despite the recession and continued pressure placed onto the category by homeowner reluctance to make large capital purchases. Kalamazoo Gazette KALAMAZOO - The recession is definitely over for at least a small segment of consumers, according to Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the maker of high-end outdoor kitchens. St. Petersburg (Fla.) Times The outdoor kitchen is rapidly becoming the social hub of the home, much as the indoor kitchen is the favorite gathering place for family and friends. And with summer soon to retreat, it will be safe — and comfortable — to return to the yard. Notcot.org The all-new Artisan Fire Pizza Oven brings old-world pizza making to your outdoor countertop. Robb Report - RobbReport.com "Adding a pizza oven to your existing outdoor kitchen used to be a cumbersome, costly initiative involving construction plans, land-use permits, and a reliable building contractor. However with the launch this fall of its new Artisan Fire Pizza Oven, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has simplified the process." Food and Wine A to Z For a well-stocked alphabet soup of food and wine trends, savor these 26 culinary gems from around the world. BY NICOLE ALPER, TRAVIS KINSEY, LORI STACY, AND JANET THOMAS GardenDesign.com The News & Observer (Raleigh, NC) KitchenDaily.com USAToday.com The Arizona Republic Insidelux.com Kitchen + Bath Business/kbbonline.com GardenDesign.com Menshealth.com Scripps Howard News Service Today's outdoor kitchen is often as nice as the one inside, with every imaginable appliance and creature comfort. They're also getting bigger, with defined spaces not just for cooking and eating but also separate "rooms" for socializing with family and friends. MyHomeIdeas.com Turn your backyard into the local pizza joint by adding this oven to your outdoor kitchen. Controllable burners give you the freedom to cook any pizza, from thin-crust creations to hearty calzones. Kalamazoo Gazette/Grand Rapids Press / Mlive.com Chicago-based Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet does its manufacturing of high-end grills and other outdoor cooking equipment in Kalamazoo. And the growing company has no plans to go anywhere else. DIYnetwork.com Today's hottest outdoor appliance is the pizza oven. If you're looking for that perfectly baked pizza, with slightly charred cheese bubbles and cracker-crisp crust — and, let's be frank, who isn't? — then an outdoor pizza oven may be the appliance of your dreams. ChicagoHomeMag.com - Chicago Home and Garden For people who enjoy entertaining, a pizza oven - either wood-burning or gas-fired - offers a fun addition to an outdoor kitchen or backyard. Unlike traditional ovens, these babies sometimes reach temperatures as high as 800 degrees and produce a blistered, Neapolitan-style pizza in minutes; they can also be used for calzones, steaks, poultry, and bread. Fortune Magazine - CNNMoney.com "Our favorite: Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet's K450HS, a hybrid model from a Michigan company that got its start supplying custom stainless steel to the dairy and drug industries. At over $10,000, it's an investment for sure, but this Rolls-Royce of grills has lots to impress: three square feet of grilling surface; the ability to cook with gas, charcoal, or wood; and an infrared rotisserie system. There's even a side burner to warm food or whip up stir-fries or sauces as your main course sizzles." OrlandoSentinel.com The outdoor kitchen is rapidly becoming the social hub of the home, much as the indoor kitchen is the favorite gathering place for family and friends. The trend is especially strong in Central Florida, where the climate favors outdoor living almost year-round. UPI.com There's something primal about cooking dinner over an open flame but just breaking out the barbecue doesn't cut it anymore. NewsOK.com - The Daily Oklahoman In recent years, outdoor kitchens have taken the backyard barbecue from low-key to luxe, and the latest innovations in design are no exception. “The staycation and all of that has been very popular for some time, but what we’re seeing now is that people are really investing the money to make those outdoor areas as comfortable as the indoor areas,” says Patrick Byrne, executive vice president at Roanoke, Va.-based Atlantis Outdoor Kitchens. CFT411.com – Cabinet & Furniture Trends & Information ...with that I can turn to the subject of today’s blog which is the 24″ warming cabinet from Kalamazoo. We show it here with the new hybrid grill from Kalamazoo that I was drooling over a couple of weeks ago. Why a warming cabinet, you ask. Well, Pete Georgiadis, the president of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, has an answer for you. He says, “Our warming cabinet brings more freedom to the outdoor kitchen and shatters the old way of storing food outdoors. Now you can keep turkeys, hams, and large bowls of dips warm outside. You’re no longer restricted to small, flat hors d'oeuvres." ThisOldHouse.com Men—like boys—love to show off their toys. From their perfectly polished Porsches to their plasma-screen televisions, nothing pleases guys more than keeping up with the Joneses—except outdoing and humiliating them as well. This is especially true when it comes to their grills. KitchenAndBathDesign.com The number and scope of products in the specialty appliance arena is vast - from point-of-use refrigeration and ice machines, induction cooktops and drawer microwave ovens, to high-end built-in coffee systems, outdoor kitchen appliances and trash compactors. CFT411.com – Cabinet & Furniture Trends & Information ...One of the slickest ideas anyone ever brought to the backyard barbecue is the Kalamazoo K900 Hybrid Grill. It is the only grill that enables one to cook with wood, charcoal, and gas, which to some people just seems like overkill, but those are people who don’t actually barbecue. Sometimes a gas barbecue is just the ticket, as I found out when I finally broke down and got one, but there are still a great many times when wood or charcoal is just what the doctor ordered. So, what do you do? Get two barbecues? Actually, that works for me, but what would work better is a grill that does both, which brings us right back to the K900. What’s particularly cool about the K900 this year, though, is that it has been redesigned and improved... JustLuxe.com Backyard Cooking: Kalamazoo's K900 Hybrid Grill is Better than Ever Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, the leader in high-end outdoor cooking equipment announced new improvements to its popular K900 Hybrid Grill. CasualLiving.com Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has introduced its Artisan Fire Pizza Oven, the first countertop outdoor pizza oven with two independently controlled burners, offering unparalleled cooking power and control. CasualLiving.com Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, a leading manufacturer of high-end outdoor kitchen equipment, has introduced a significant makeover of the benchmark K900 Hybrid Grill, featuring a new grilling drawer system and a redesigned spring assisted hood that makes the 60-pound top easy to open with one hand.“Our grills have always set the standard for performance and quality,” said Pantelis A. “Pete” Georgiadis, president of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. “Our changes have just raised the bar even higher by making the only grill to cook with any combination of charcoal, wood and gas even better and easier to use and enjoy.” JustLuxe.com Home Decor: It seems like celebrities always get the next cool thing before it even happens, like in-home pizza ovens. While it would be amazing to fire up the oven and have your very own Wolfgang Puck gourmet pizza whenever you want it, it also seems like a pizza oven takes up a lot of precious counter space in the kitchen. Which is why the new Artisan Fire Pizza Oven from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet seems like a much better way to go. Trendir.com Just in time for the alfresco entertaining season, outdoor kitchen appliance maker Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet has introduced the new Artisan Fire Pizza Oven - the latest essential for your summertime soirees. CNET.com Watch while you bake the perfect pizza: There's just something magical about pizza. Somehow the simple combination of flour, cheese, and tomatoes has the ability to transform into a cohesive whole that is much more than the sum of its parts. JustLuxe.com Home Décor: Eating brings people together, and as a result the kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home. Quickly rivaling the kitchen, the outdoor kitchen has, in recent years, gained popularity as the place for families to spend time together, entertain and enjoy their home. This trend has given way to an array of choices for creating an outside oasis to custom fit your lifestyle. Chicago Sun Times Outdoor kitchens add value to the home and fun for the family. These design pointers help you make the most of your investment. Come to the Table - WJR Radio Detroit An in-depth interview with Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, covering the history of the company, advice on selecting a grill and cooking tips. Garden Design Top your outdoor kitchen with the freshest ingredients Hearth & Home Manufacturers make strategic moves to survive the recession
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