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Did You Know?
Outdoor Kitchens Since its inception, the outdoor kitchen has evolved from simple grill cabinet enclosures to stylish designs with a vast array of accessories to create an extraordinary outdoor kitchen design that accentuates your unique backyard theme.  A dream home isn’t quite complete without a properly landscaped front and back yard.  An outdoor kitchen design provides a comfortable living area that maximizes views and includes state of the art kitchens, full TV/Media hook ups, guest bath and enough shade to entertain a large group of guests who need a break from the sun.  Your design should act as an extension to the original home style and architecture.  Appliances that can be included in your outdoor kitchen are as follows: A grill with a cart or one that can be built-in to outdoor landscapes (i.e. – a brick wall)  Vent hoods, refrigerators, refreshment centers with sinks, warming drawers, side burners, smokers, cookers, gas ovens, Ice machines, beer taps, and area heaters.  Viking has the most outdoor kitchen appliances available; you can go to the manufacturer’s page on our website to see them.
Going Green
GOING GREEN Whether you’re upgrading the appliances in your current home, or purchasing and installing appliances in a new home, appliances offer homeowners the chance to improve their quality of life, save money on utility bills, and do right by the environment.  We have found a new book to help you with changing your appliances over to green.  “Green Remodeling:  Changing the world one room at a time”, by David Johnston has been the most comprehensive book we have read on the topic of green appliances and can be used as a guide to help you make those decisions.  The basic topics are front load laundry, sealed combustion clothes dryers, dryers with moisture and temperature sensors, low water dishwashers, buying the best refrigerator, and everything you have ever wanted to know about the Energy Star label.  Check it out today at your local library or it can be purchased at Amazon.com.
Cleaning Tip
Cleaning your hood or ventilation products The hood clears the air of smoke and grease from everyday cooking, but they can leave their mark.  Over time, stains can build up and vents can clog.  Clean the exterior of the hood weekly and the filters monthly.  Using a soft cloth dipped in hot, soapy water, clean the hood; wipe off with a clean damp cloth.  For stainless steel hoods, finish by polishing with a dry micro-fiber cloth and stainless steel polish, moving in the direction of the grain.  Remove filters and place in hot water with dishwashing liquid for five to ten minutes.  Brush with a nylon scrub brush.  Rinse in hot water, and dry.  Some filters can be washed in the dishwasher; consult your ranges instruction manual.
Featured Product
Miele Cat and Dog Vacuum Miele, creator of the world’s first HEPA certified vacuum cleaner, announces their new Miele S7 Cat and Dog vacuum.  Their advanced S7260 is specifically designed to effectively remove pet hair and absorb carpet odors while retaining the dust, dirt, and dander that can trigger allergies and asthma.  Miele’s unique sealed system technology, airclean filtering dustbag, and active airclean filter with odor absorbing charcoal makes the S7 Cat & Dog vacuum the popular choice for pet lovers nationwide.
Recipe of the Season
	. Recipe of the Season –Summer Pasta Salad . Ingredients: 3 Cups uncooked Rotini 1 ½ Cups sliced Zucchini 1 ½ Cups yellow bell pepper strips 1 Cup drained canned quartered artichoke hearts ½ Cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese ½ Cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved ¼ Cup reduced-fat Italian or Greek dressing ¼ Cup sliced ripe olives 34 slices turkey pepperoni, cut into strips Preparation: Cook pasta, rinse under cold water and drain.  Place pasta and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss well to combine and refrigerate until use. Serves 6 to 8