Top 10 Fathers Day Gifts at MetroKitchen

by Danielle on June 14, 2009

Check out the Top 10 Gifts for Dad at MetroKitchen for 2009!

1. Krups BeerTender – Our Price: $199.95
2. All-Clad Stainless BBQ Tools - Our Price: $119.95
3. Kershaw Shun Classic 2 pc Santoku Knife Set – Our Price: $189.95
4. Viking Portable Induction Cooker – Our Price: $499.95
5. All-Clad 10 Piece Cookware Set – Our Price: $659.95
6. Wusthof Classic 7-Piece Knife Block Set – Our Price: $259.95
7. John Boos BBQ Cutting Board – Our Price: $59.95
8. Salter Nutrition Kitchen Scale -Our Price: $89.95
9. Chefs Choice Belgian Waffle Maker – Our Price: $49.95
10. Vitamix Blender – Our Price: $498.95

Happy Fathers Day!

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MetroKitchen Summer Sale!

by Danielle on June 1, 2009

MetroKitchen Summer Sale officially kicked off today, with sales on All-Clad, including All-Clad LTD sets and open stock and selected All-Clad MC2 Cookware. We are continuing our Free Shipping over $29 as well. Summer Sale

Summer Sale

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Memorial Day is the official kick off for summer fun, warmer weather and great summer recipes. MetroKitchen has all the cooking tools you need for summertime cooking.

Outdoor Grilling: Our best selling outdoor grilling tools are made by All-Clad. The All-Clad Stainless Barbeque Tool Set includes four must-have grilling tools and is neatly packaged and stored in an All-Clad metal carrying case. These great grilling tools are dishwasher safe. Get your grill on now! [Read the full article →]

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Roux has forever intimidated me. I always burn it then have to resort to the instant roux. But, for a recent New Orleans-themed celebration, I decided it was time to go for the real stuff.

Great news! Roux is not that difficult. No reason to be intimidated. It takes some time…but not as much as I had thought. It takes some attention and stirring, but again, not a big deal. The real secret to roux success is the right kind of cooking vessel. My 8 qt Staub cast iron cocotte (also called a dutch oven or a casserole) made the difference. Cast iron slowly heats and then retains a consistent temperature. That’s the key to great roux. Previously I had used stainless fry pans and, yes had even tried it with non stick (which really doesn’t work). Staub cast iron is my secret to great and easy roux.

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For a limited time, MetroKitchen is offering All-Clad MC2 Cookware on sale up to 45% regular price! Select open stock and sets too. This sale runs through June 15th or while supplies last. All-Clad MC2 cookware is All-Clad quality at reasonable price. Check out www.metrokitchen.com for more details about this sale.

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Gifts for Mom

by DanielleApril 29, 2009

MetroKitchen has the perfect gift for mom!
We have everything from bakeware to cast iron pots to cooper cookware. The top brands mom loves are available here at MetroKitchen, with free shipping being offered for any order over $29.

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MetroKitchen visits the Int Home & Housewares Show 2009

by DanielleApril 23, 2009

The MetroKitchen team landed in Chicago on an unusually warm day in the windy city, Chicago. We trotted off to McCormick Place, the home of the 2009 International Home & Housewares Show (suitcases and all!). We were excited to see what new products would be showcased. The Housewares Show was a great [...]

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Global Warming

by DanielleMarch 11, 2009

In my kitchen, there is one knife that is ALWAYS being used. In a drawer full of top quality brand name knives, and trust me we have a quite a few…the only knife that is always being used on a daily basis is my Global Chef’s knife. The main reason this Global Knife is a [...]

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New Products at MetroKitchen!

by DanielleFebruary 24, 2009

Check out our new products at metrokitchen.com.
We are currently offering free shipping for anything over $29.
New from All-Clad!
Check out the All-Clad Stainless Karahi pan. This versatile pan is great for cooking all kinds of foods from meats and fish to vegetable stir fry.
Also new, is the All-Clad Stainless Bakeware. We carry a variety of sizes [...]

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Coffee Talk-Capresso Z5 vs Krups 7230/7225

by RomaneJanuary 15, 2009

Capresso Z5 vs Krups 7230 or 7225
Let me first start off by saying that I am not a coffee expert by profession. I do have love a good cup of java. The 2 coffee/ espresso machines that I am going to give my opinion on or compare, if you will, are both great. [...]

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