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GENERAL NEWS www.kitchenwarenews.com n APRIL 2017 n KITCHENWARE NEWS & HOUSEWARES REVIEW 5 New Nespresso Machine Offers Great Taste with One Touch Nespresso, single-serve coffee machine developers, have introduced the new VertuoPlus machine to the Vertuo™ range. Created specifically for the North American coffee enthusiast, the Vertuo range launched in 2014 and introduced the ability to brew both large-cup, high-quality coffee and authentic espresso. The new technology of VertuoPlus only requires the touch of a single button to open the machine, brew the coffee and eject the capsule, ensuring convenience and flexibility for a seamless in-home coffee experience. With the VertuoPlus, it is one touch to great taste. In addition to the updated technology, the VertuoPlus has a rotating water tank to adjust and fit different spaces and an updated look, coming in an assortment of colors for different design aesthetics. Like all Vertuo machines, VertuoPlus features Nespresso's innovative Centrifusion™ technology and boasts a special ability to read the barcode on the individual coffee capsule. Using these two technologies, the machine adjusts its brewing parameters so that each cup is optimally brewed. The result is a richly aromatic, deeply flavored large-cup coffee or espresso topped with a silky and generous crema. "At Nespresso, we are constantly evolving our machines to deliver new and improved functionality," said Davide Moro, Vice President of Marketing at Nespresso USA. "The VertuoPlus has been designed to deliver a seamless one-touch brewing experience, giving those who love quality coffee and espresso the ability to enjoy an enhanced and effortless experience at the touch of a button." Only the top one to two percent of coffee beans meet the rigorous quality standards to become Nespresso Grands Crus. The Vertuo™ range features 12 large-cup coffees and four espresso blends with different intensities and taste profiles to please the most discriminating coffee drinkers. Nespresso Grands Crus are packaged in aluminum, a material that preserves the quality and freshness of the coffee, and can be recycled over and over again. The Nespresso recycling program involves a partnership with UPS, covering the contiguous United States. Consumers can ship used capsules using a prepaid UPS recycling bag or drop their capsules off at over 500 collection points at Nespresso Boutiques and retailers across the country, making it easier than ever for Nespresso Club Members to recycle their capsules. The Nespresso VertuoPlus machine is available now at select retailers, Nespresso Boutiques, Nespresso boutique-in-shops, through the Nespresso Club and on www.nespresso.com. The VertuoPlus is priced at $199 to $219, depending on the model. The Standard model is available in Grey, White and Cherry Red and the Deluxe model is available in Black, Silver and Titan. For those who enjoy their coffee with milk, the VertuoPlus is also sold as a bundle with the Aeroccino+ milk frother for $249 to $269, depending on the model. For more information, visit www.nespresso.com. KN Amana Releases New Cooktop Line The Amana® brand has unveiled a sleek, new line of wall ovens along with built-in gas and electric cooktops that continue to bring great value to the kitchen. To help homeowners seeking a kitchen upgrade at a value price, these latest innovations offer eye-catching design as well as contemporary features such as a self-clean option in the new wall ovens; and dishwasher-safe grates and knobs, simmer, melt and warm features on the new cooktops. A recent survey conducted by Opinion Research Corporation on behalf of Amana found that about half or more consumers think certain appliance features come at an additional cost, such as self-cleaning capabilities (48 percent), five elements (78 percent) and stainless steel (69 percent). These new offerings f rom Amana are providing these features at a value price point. "The combination of value-based pricing, hassle-f ree features, quality products and timeless design is something Amana brings to market. We find our value proposition continues to surprise and delight consumers," said Laura Fletty, Amana Brand Manager. "We are always evaluating what the Amana consumer wants, and designing quality products in response that are priced right." The Temp Assure™ Cooking System distributes heat throughout the entire oven. The FIT System Limited Guarantee ensures that the wall oven will fit most cabinet cutouts, or Amana will provide up to $250 for a professional to adjust the cabinets. There's no need to scrape and scrub with the Self-Clean Option. The suggested retail price for the oven is $999. The Amana Gas Cooktop is available in two different sizes to fit any countertop. The cooktop installs over the wall oven with ease, creating a complementary look for the kitchen. Sealed burners make cleanup easy by keeping spills f rom spreading under the burners. Dishwasher- safe grates and knobs let the dishwasher do the dirty work. The gas cooktop has a suggested retail price starting at $499. The Amana Electric Cooktop is available in two different sizes to meet everyone's needs. An electric cooktop is the perfect addition for giving any kitchen a Modern Look. The Hot Surface Indicator allows the user to know when the cooktop is hot, even after the elements are turned off. Simmer, melt and keep your meals warm with Multiple Settings. The Electric Cooktop retails at $299. For more information, visit Amana.com. KN TESO FOLDABLE WINE BOTTLE CARRIERS Teso™ Foldable Wine Bottle Carriers are very convenient and easy to use, and made in Italy. They fold flat for easy storage and are lightweight. They stretch out to become a one or two wine bottle carriers with built-in handles. Teso Wine Bottle Carriers are made of a special flat woven fabric that is used by in the auto industry for auto upholstery. All of these aspects make the Teso Wine Bottle Carriers a great way to carry your wine or to give as a gift when bringing a bottle of wine to a party or friend. Available in retail packaging. Custom Printing available. Suggested retail price: $6.99 for one bottle carrier (7890) and $11.99 for two bottle carrier (7894). Franmara, Inc. 800.423.5855 info@franmara.com HOPSY TURVY BEER GLASSES FROM PRODYNE Prodyne introduces the new HOPSY-TURVY Upside Down Beer Glasses. Turn the party upside down with these fun 12 oz. acrylic beer glasses. A double wall design keeps beer colder, longer. The outer wall has an attractive pilsner shape with thick bottom while the inner wall is shaped like a beer bottle flipped over for a unique topsy-turvy optical effect. The two-pack beer glasses are BPA free and dishwasher safe. Suggested retail price: $12.99 Prodyne Enterprises 909.484.1212 www.prodyne.com STAINLESS STEEL CLEANER FROM HOWARD PRODUCTS Howard Stainless Steel Cleaner is made with innovative, vegetable-derived ingredients that easily clean food grime, oily fingerprints and even kitchen grease. The streak-free formula pro- duces a beautiful shine on appliances and all stainless steel surfaces. It is perfect for use on modern kitchen appliances, toasters, trashcans, backsplashes, grills, countertops, faucets, fix- tures and more. There is no rinsing required. It is nontoxic and safe for food handling environ- ments. This ready-to-use formula is available in Lemongrass-Lime or Fragrance-Free. Suggested retail price: $7.99-9.99 Howard Products, Inc. 800.266.9545 www.howardproducts.com LID & MITT This silicone oven mitt is also makes a wonderful bowl cover. It's used to cover dishes when cooking in the microwave, oven or storing in the freezer. The silicone universal lid makes a per- fect airtight seal, keeping food fresh for longer. No need to think twice: it works safely with microwaves, ovens and freezers, and stays out of the way with a hanging loop for storage. Suggest retail price: $12.99 KitchenIQ 501.321.2244 sales@smithsproducts.com www.kitcheniq.com

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