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How to Clean Your Verona Oven in Time for the Holidays

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As we welcome the holiday season this year, you might be thinking about how much activity your Verona oven may see in the next few weeks. From cookies to turkeys, your oven will be put into overdrive ­– after what could have been a long reprieve from gatherings. Below we explain how to best clean your Verona oven in time for meals with friends and family for the holidays. Your oven will be in tip-top shape in no time! 

Tip: Before you get started, make sure to let the oven cool entirely if it was recently used. We recommend wearing rubber gloves and eye protection and to keep small children and pets away from any cleaning products and the oven during the process.

For Gas and Electric Range Ovens

Photo Credit: Joinery & Co

All Verona range cavities are built with an EZ-clean porcelain surface, which makes cleaning the oven easier on you. First, you will want to remove all racks, pans and utensils from the oven cavity. These can be cleaned separately with your favorite dish soap, some warm water and a sponge. The oven cavity can be wiped down with the same solution or with any oven-safe cleaner of choice. Wipe all areas of the oven cavity’s top, bottom, and sides with a sponge or any non-abrasive cloth.

Stubborn dirt and grime can be tackled by initiating a manual self-cleaning process in your oven. Simply fill a shallow baking pan with some water, add a few drops of either lemon juice or white vinegar, and place it in the center of the oven rack. Set the oven to the bake mode and at the highest possible temperature. Let the cycle run for about an hour as it burns off excess grease and grime and turns it into an ash-like substance. Once the cavity has completely cooled, you can easily wipe out residue with a soft sponge or cloth. Before closing the oven door, be sure to completely dry all surfaces with a microfiber or other soft cloth.

For Our 30” Self-Cleaning Electric Oven (VEBIEM3024NSS)

Photo Credit: Blythe & Barnett

If you have a self-cleaning oven from Verona, then most of the time-consuming manual labor will be done for you – leaving you with more time to complete other tasks like setting the table or wrapping gifts. The self-cleaning function works by burning off crumbs, grease, and other cooking residues at temperatures as high as 860°F and may take anywhere between an hour to three hours, depending on how dirty the inside of the oven cavity is.   

Before starting this process, make sure to remove the broiler pan, oven racks and any additional bakeware or utensils. The oven accessories can be cleaned separately with warm, soapy water and a sponge. It is also important to wipe up any spills or excess grease before turning on a self-clean cycle to avoid flames and smoke inside the cavity during the cleaning process. Note that while the self-cleaning function is on, the oven cavity door will automatically lock and will not unlock until the interior of the cavity cools to a safe temperature.

After running a cycle, you can easily lift the leftover ash in the oven cavity with a damp paper towel and wipe it dry. Please visit the self-cleaning oven manual for more information.

Don’t Forget About the Oven Door!

Photo Credit: Deborah Main | The Pillow Goddess

The interior glass on the oven door can easily be a forgotten part of the cleaning process. Verona’s triple-pane glass dThe interior glass on the oven door can easily be a forgotten part of the cleaning process. Verona’s triple-pane glass doors are built to tackle those tricky drip marks easily. Remove the retaining screws and then carefully lift away the glass from the door with a screwdriver. You can clean the glass with your favorite glass cleaning solution. Refer to your specific appliance’s operation manual for step-by-step instructions with figures to help guide you.

We recommend checking the Operation Manual of your specific Verona model for more cleaning tips. You can view the full product library here.

From our family to yours, we wish you a happy and healthy holiday season.

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Verona’s Guide to Kitchen Ventilation Systems

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Ventilation solutions are critical components for every kitchen and choosing the right one is an important step in the kitchen renovation process. Kitchen ventilation fans work to pull the air around you into filters or a duct to remove odors, grease, moisture, smoke, and harmful particles from the kitchen as you cook. Determining the right ventilation system for your kitchen can be complex, as it is not a one-size-fits-all approach.

You will want to consider what options are available, your style preferences, as well as the structure of your home, your local township regulations and more. We recommend you consult with an appliance professional about which hood is best for you, but for now, we will provide you with a guide of talking points so you can be prepared for an informed conversation.

Know What Types of Ventilation Options are Available

Verona range hoods are designed and engineered with great attention to detail and use only the best quality components available. Featuring powerful multi-speed fans, LED lighting and pro-style upgrades, every Verona hood pairs perfectly with Verona cooking products in an array of sizes and colors for the ultimate choice in performance and design. We have three ventilation options available.

  • Verona Chimney Hoods: A chimney hood is often installed on the wall and eliminates the need for a cabinet over the range or cooktop. The design of this hood often serves as a focal point in the kitchen and can complement the range.
  • Verona Low Profile Range Hoods: A low-profile range hood is mounted directly onto the bottom of a kitchen cabinet and centered above the range or cooktop.
  • Verona Range Hood Inserts: A hood insert is installed directly into a hole cut either in the ceiling or a custom surround. The hoods’ motor box is hidden for a seamless, straight-line design. It’s the perfect hood for appliances installed on an island, peninsula or in a nook.
Photo Credit: Cami Graham, TIDBITS

Determine What Suits Your Style…

Now that you have a general idea of what hoods are available from Verona, you’ll want to think about your overall kitchen vision and which hood will best match your style.

  • The Focal Point: The Verona Chimney Hood offers a lean, straight-line design with rounded edges for a pro-style look. This style hood can easily be the star of any kitchen. In addition, the chef-inspired design will make you feel like you’re cooking in a professional kitchen at home!
Photo Credit: Alex McCrery, TILIT
  • The Traditionalist: The Verona Low Profile Range Hood installs under an upper cabinet. It’s best for when you would like the hood to be part of the kitchen design, but not the focal point. The low-profile hood is both functional and economical in its design, as it allows to for valuable upper storage in kitchens that are tight on space.
Photo Credit: Teoria Interiors
  • Hidden in Plain Sight: The Verona Hood Insert has a clean, slim design with commercial-style performance. This hood is often hidden or integrated into a custom surround designed to match the kitchen cabinetry or as a bold design element.
Photo Credit: Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, “Two Steps Home” for HGTV

… and Meets Your Needs

Although you may have a particular style hood in mind, you will also need to consider what will meet the needs of your cooking style and your home. Here are a few questions that should be addressed when choosing ventilation.

  • How many CFMs will you need? CFM stands for cubic feet per minute. This tells you how fast the range hood can move air. The higher the CFM, the faster the air can be moved out of the space. How many CFMs you will need depends on a multitude of factors, including the size and layout of your kitchen. Is it open concept or a micro-sized space? Are there windows? How high are the ceilings? All of these components will be a factor in the CFM power needed. Also consider the width of your cooking appliance and the burner power and fuel type – the larger and more powerful your appliance is, the more CFM’s you will need. Verona’s ventilation options deliver powerful performance from 600 CFMs for smaller cooktops and up to 1,200 CFMs for larger cooktops.
  • How will the air be vented in your home? There are two main types of venting methods: external and recirculating. External venting will push air outside to the roof or the side of the home using vents and ducts. The recirculating method, common in condos or apartments, does not require outside ventilation. Instead, air is filtered through the hood first before being released back into the room.
  • How do you currently cook at home? Think about the type of cooking you do most often. Some range hoods have filters specifically for capturing grease, which can be helpful if you frequently cook with oil. You will also want to think about personal preferences, like if you would prefer extra lighting, want variable fan speeds or a vent that can be controlled by a remote or will automatically adjust fan speed depending on the heat and smoke in the room. Discussing your preferences and cooking habits can help your representative guide you to ventilation that will best suit your needs.

We hope these pointers allow you to feel more confident in your ventilation selection and will help guide you as you work through your kitchen renovation. For more details our Verona’s ventilation systems, visit our ventilation page. To find a Verona retailer near you, visit our store locator or call the EuroChef USA sales team at 1-631-254-3434. You can also email sales@veronaappliances.com with additional questions and inquiries.

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20s Kitchen Color Trends

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The Pendulum Swings with Kitchen Designs Featuring Verona Appliances

The defining kitchen color trends of the 10s were dominated by soft shades of white, grey and blue in modern farmhouse settings. As we move closer to the end of another year and further into a new decade, Verona Appliances notes a different trend emerging in kitchen design – the explosion of color. The pendulum always swings to the other end, and the following projects prove that colorful kitchens are this century’s version of the roaring 20s.

Jungle Green

Photo Credit: Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, “Two Steps Home” for HGTV | 36″ Designer Gas Cooktop in Stainless Steel and 34″ Designer Hood Insert in Stainless Steel, from Verona Appliances

Biophilia is everywhere in the design world. Certain shades of green, reminiscent of what is found in nature, provides balance and harmony. It’s a feeling we all crave as we escape the craziness of the outside world at home. This kitchen uses a jungle green hue paired with reclaimed wood beams to evoke a sense of peace and tranquility that often comes with natural materials. The geometric backsplash is also a wonderful nod to the art-deco design of a century’s past.

Butter Yellow

Photo Credit: Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin, “Two Steps Home” for HGTV | 30″ N’ Series Gas Range in Matte Black, 30″ Designer Chimney Hood in Stainless Steel, 36″ French Door Counter Depth Refrigerator in Stainless Steel, 24″ Tall-tub Dishwasher in Stainless Steel, all from Verona Appliances

We all need a little more sunshine in our lives. Feel more confident, optimistic and cheerful at home with this uplifting shade of yellow. “Illuminating” was named the 2021 Pantone Color of the Year, so we expect to see more yellow appearing in kitchen designs. To create an even more exciting kitchen, add a punch of contrasting color with an appliance in matte black.

Stark Black

Photo Credit: Hayley Jones, Me and Mr. Jones | 36” Designer Series Electric Range in Matte Black with Matte Black Knobs, from Verona Appliances

Luxurious. Glam. Modern. We have seen matte black accents slowly dominate the interior design scene, but this kitchen takes it up a notch by outfitting the entire space in it. From the marble backsplash to the cabinetry to the range, this kitchen is bold and moody. You can’t get any further away from the all-white kitchen than this!

Sapphire Blue

Photo Credit: Cynthia Trgo, Diamond Design and Construction, LLC | 36” Designer Electric Range from Verona Appliances

This jewel-toned blue has been used as an accent color on islands, but now it’s the star of the entire kitchen. Whether your design style is coastal, modern, farmhouse or transitional, sapphire blue cabinetry creates a calming effect, which again, is a feeling we all crave to bring into our homes. Mixing metals is also a trend we see in kitchens; this designer pairs a stainless steel appliance with gold-toned hardware.

About Verona: Verona Appliances’ stylish line of ranges, ovens, cooktops, ventilation, dishwashers and refrigeration have been featured in upscale kitchens around the world since 1958. Designed and manufactured in the suburbs of Venice, Italy, each Verona cooking appliance is held to the highest standards of quality and is made to U.S. market specifications. Verona’s new Designer Series offers the ability to customize a range with six trending colors, three knob designs and four fuel options using an intuitive online tool. EuroChef USA is proud to offer the Verona line of appliances through an authorized network of U.S. distributors and retailers, suitable for any sized kitchen.



For more information visit https://veronaappliances.com/

A Simple Guide to Oven Functions

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Photo Credit: TILIT | Verona 36” Designer Series Gas Range

Your Verona oven has many functions to help you cook the best meals for your family. Whether it’s an easy breakfast or a complex three-course dinner, these seven functions will expand your horizons about what you can roast, bake or broil with your Verona appliance. We have outlined each setting for you below with what they look like, how they work, and what foods they’re best used for.

Defrosting Frozen Foods

Did you know that you can use your Verona oven to defrost frozen foods? Only the fan and oven lamp switch are on with this setting for a minimal amount of heat, which prevents partial cooking during the defrost process. Defrosting times can vary according to the quantity and type of foods to be defrosted. Our general rule of thumb is roughly one hour for every 2.2 pounds of food. Remember to switch the thermostat knob to “off” during the defrosting period to prevent heating.

Traditional Convection Cooking

The upper and lower heating elements are used in this setting. Heat is diffused by natural convection, which happens when liquids and gasses are heated and move around in the oven cavity. Traditional convection cooking is best for foods that require the same cooking temperature both internally and externally, like roasts or a rack of ribs.

 Ventilated Cooking with True European Convection

Most Verona ranges are equipped with a circular ‘European’ heating element. In the Ventilated Cooking Mode, the fan and the European element are active, creating the perfect environment for cooking multiple dishes at once without flavor transfer, like a roast chicken for dinner and an apple pie for dessert. Heat from the circular element is dispersed by forced convection, and temperature is regulated with the thermostat knob. This mode does not require preheating and is best suited for foods that need to be fully cooked, yet soft inside, like lasagna, roast beef or fish.  

Convection Cooking with Ventilation

All Verona electric ovens are equipped with three heating elements – a circular European heating element, an upper heating element and a lower heating element – along with one or two convection fans, depending on model. In this setting, both upper and lower elements are turned on along with the convection fan(s) and the temperature is controlled with the thermostat knob. This setting lets meats roast evenly on all sides and is often used for baking as it is best for maintaining the same internal and external temperatures throughout the cooking cycle.

Maintaining Temperature After Cooking or Slowly Heating Foods

Did your roast chicken finish cooking just a little too soon before the whole family is ready for dinner? Turn on this setting to keep your meal hot. In this setting, the upper heating element is set to the desired temperature and the fan is operational. The fan will diffuse residual heat to maintain a steady temperature in the oven. You can also use this setting to re-heat already cooked foods slowly and maintain moisture as an alternative to a microwave or toaster oven.

Broiling

The broiling function is used at the end of the cooking process to generate the perfect, just charred finish on food. This setting turns on the either the infrared heating element in an electric oven or the gas-powered broiler burner in a gas oven. Both are located at the top of the oven and diffuse an intense and instant heat. Use the broil function to toast garlic bread, melt cheese on French onion soup, or give vegetables or meat a caramelized exterior. You will want to keep a close eye on your food while it’s under the broiler to avoid overcooking or burning.

Ventilated Broiling

This function, possible only in an electric oven, is similar to broiling, but adds the fan for a more even disbursement of infrared heat to completely wrap food in the circulated heat. This setting is best used for grill cooking when a fast outside browning is necessary to keep the juices in, like veal, steak or hamburgers.

We hope this guide has provided you with enough knowledge to add something new to your cooking and/or baking repertoire. Have fun and please tell us about your new kitchen adventures by tagging us on social media – we may feature you in an upcoming blog or social media post!

For more details on the oven functions of a specific Verona model, visit our product library page to download the operation manual. To find a Verona retailer near you, visit our store locator or call the EuroChef USA sales team at 1-631-254-3434. You can also email sales@veronaappliances.com with additional questions and inquiries. For more products and design ideas, follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit www.veronappliances.com.

Kitchen Appliance Terminology: Wok Ring, Plinth Legs and Other Important Words to Know, Part 2

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We understand how stressful a kitchen renovation or new build can be, and we are here to help you! Our first blog in this series covered dual fuel ranges, flame failure safety devices, BTUs and more. There is a great deal more industry lingo in the appliance world, so we’re bringing you part two to help guide you through appliance selection and terminology queries.

Wok Ring

Photo Credit: Cami Graham, TIDBITS

If you love cooking Asian-inspired dishes, you will want to have a cast iron wok ring accessory in your collection. A wok ring holds the round-bottomed pan steady and in its place while you’re stir-frying. It also regulates heat by concentrating it at the bottom of the wok.

Cylinder Legs, Plinth Legs, Wrap-Arounds and Toe Kicks – What’s the Difference?

In appliance design, furniture-style legs may be placed in each corner at the base of your appliance to give it a “floating” look. Appliance legs are normally in a sleek, cylinder style or a more decorative, squared plinth design. 

The alternative to furniture-style legs is a toe kick (aka a wrap-around) that covers the gap between the bottom of the range and the floor for a solid base style. If you prefer uniformity and want to minimize cleaning under the range, then a toe kick/wrap-around would be your ideal choice. Or, if you would rather keep the space open to create an “airy” and decorative look in your kitchen, then cylinder or plinth legs would be the right option for you. Verona Appliances offers all three options, allowing a homeowner to design a range that best meets their kitchen space wants or needs. 

Simmer Plate

Photo Credit: Cami Graham, TIDBITS

One great aspect of Verona’s line of gas cooktops and ranges are the high-power burners. The burner heads are positioned close to the flame for rapid boiling or a high-heat sear.

While the BTU power can certainly be placed on a simmer level for more delicate recipes such as melting chocolate or slow simmered dishes, you may want a simmer plate for an even lower heat. Verona’s heavy-duty cast-iron simmer plate will cut BTU power down by 50% while also continuing to evenly disperse heat.

To learn more about BTUs, check out our first blog.

LP Kit

An LP Kit is necessary to convert a gas-powered cooking appliance from a natural gas connection to a liquid propane (LP) connection. The conversion should be performed by a qualified appliance installer or plumber, as a poorly completed conversion may prevent the appliance from functioning properly or could cause a dangerous gas leak.

To find a Verona retailer near you, visit our store locater here. You can also call us at 1-631-254-3434 or email us at sales@veronaappliances.com. For more products and design ideas, follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit www.veronappliances.com.

Kitchen Appliance Terminology: Dual Fuel, Induction and Other Important Words to Know, Part 1

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Are you in the market for new kitchen appliances? We understand how stressful a kitchen renovation or new build can be. We are here for you! Verona Appliances has stock available for purchase and we’re more than happy to help guide you through appliance selection and terminology troubles.

What is a dual fuel range?

Verona Prestige 36″ Dual Fuel Double Oven

A dual fuel range gives you the best of both worlds: electric heat for the oven and gas heat on the cooktop. It’s the ideal appliance if your household enjoys baking (electric ovens provide the perfect dry, even heat needed for baking) and searing, sautéing or charring with a live flame.

Flame Failure Safety Device

A flame failure safety device shuts off the gas flow of your range or cooktop in the event the flame is extinguished. This safety device is standard equipment on all Verona ranges.

BTU

BTU, or British Thermal Unit, measures heat energy from a flame and quantifies cooking power. A BTU is equal to the energy created by burning one match. If you look at our 24” gas range, for example, the smallest burner at the front left burns at 3,400 BTU, or the energy of 3,400 lit matches. The largest burner, the front right, burns at 12,000 BTU or the energy of 12,000 lit matches. The higher the BTUs, the higher the heat you can achieve with that burner and, often, the bigger the flame.

Backguard

Verona backguards sit at the back of cooktop surface on ranges and helps with oven ventilation. The heat from the oven is pushed through the openings in the backguard, rather than through the oven door. Backguards do serve other purposes as well, including shielding your kitchen wall from intense heat, steam, sprays, and splatters that result from range-top cooking. When paired with a backsplash, cleanup is that much easier. The backguard you need will depend on the fuel type, size, range model and backsplash material in your kitchen, so you’ll want to talk to your dealer about which option is best for you.

Is it an oven, stove or range?

These words tend to be used interchangeably when referring to your cooking appliance, but there are subtle differences between them.

  • Oven: In today’s kitchen, an oven is often a built-in appliance, also referred to as a wall oven. It does not include external features like burners, and instead, it is just the oven box.
  • Stove: A stove also features an enclosed area, but it’s most often used for warmth, like a wood burning stove. Cooking on this kind of appliance is possible, but it’s not the main purpose.
  • Range: This is the all-in-one appliance that combines an oven and a cooktop. A range is what you’ll most commonly see in U.S. households today.

Induction vs. Electric

Verona 36″ Designer Induction Range in Slate Gray

Induction and electric cooktops may look similar, but they perform very differently.

Electric cooktops use a centralized heat source, often coils, that are usually found underneath a glass or ceramic cooktop surface. As the coil gets hot, it transfers the heat to the surface, which is eventually transferred to the pot or pan. Induction cooktops also use coils, but more specifically, magnetic coils that generate heat a with a pot or pan on top of the surface. This energy will heat the pot or pan directly and provide a quicker and more efficient heat than traditional electric.

To find a Verona retailer near you, visit our store locater here. You can also call us at 1-631-254-3434 or email us at sales@veronaappliances.com. For more products and design ideas, follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit www.veronappliances.com.

Three Essential Tips to Complete a Kitchen Remodel – Without the Wait

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Verona Appliances Smartly Bought Inventory – in Anticipation of the Remodeling Demand Surge

Verona 30” Gas Wall Oven

“Everything is on backorder! How can I complete my kitchen renovation?” is probably a question many homeowners and designers are asking these days. Labor and material shortages, paired with an itch to renovate the most used space during lockdown — the kitchen — are coming to a head.

Home renovation spending is up 11% this year, but factories worldwide struggle to keep up with demand due to pandemic-related supply issues. As a result of supply chain disruptions, there are significant shortages in raw materials like stainless steel, plastic, microchips, and even shipping containers and many retailers cannot keep products in stock. A six- to eight-month backorder for product is now the norm. And, for the first time in about 30 years, appliance pricing is about to go up significantly. 

Verona Appliances, a luxury manufacturer of Italian-made kitchen appliances, anticipated this shortage early in the pandemic and is happy to say they have products available for purchase. “We secured as much stock as possible for our U.S. warehouse and placed preemptive orders with factories to quickly get products in the hands of our preferred dealers and homeowners,” states Melissa Haber, Vice President of EuroChef USA, the exclusive importer of the Verona brand. “We are in an enviable position. Unfortunately, we are still running into some longer lead times on certain core models, but we are still ahead of the industry when it comes to turn-around time,” continues Haber.

Haber shares these tips for consumers who cannot wait weeks — or even months — to complete their projects.

1. Be flexible with the size and style of product.

Consumers who are flexible have a better shot of getting products in a quick timeframe. “We recently worked with a client that was desperate for a sold-out 30” gas range by subbing in a 30” gas cooktop and wall oven combination that fits in the same space, served the same purpose, and was in stock with no lead time,” says Haber. “Alternatively, we questioned the ability to be flexible on the type of fuel connection. If an all-gas range isn’t in stock, see if there is the capability to run a 220V connection for an all-electric or a dual fuel range– and vice versa. Induction cooking is also a great alternative to traditional electric if availability is better.”

Another consideration is to choose a neutral color like black or white, rather than stainless steel, which will pair just as well with existing appliances. This small trade-off means consumers can get cooking in their new kitchen that much sooner. “We’ve even experienced customers shaving a few inches off their planned countertop and cabinetry to fit a larger size cooktop or range just to have the product in time,” says Haber.

The bottom line, if you are flexible and even a little creative, you can get your hands on product without any sacrifice.

2. Call the manufacturer directly to check inventory and lead times. 

“At Verona, we’ll take calls directly from consumers and help them locate product at their favorite e-tailer or local dealer,” says Haber. “We know what our inventory is across the country and when it will arrive from overseas. It’s important to communicate directly with vendors and partners who have the most current information and are willing to assist you in accurately planning your project lead times.”

3. Be flexible in your brand choice.

Don’t be tied to matching brands because that’s when consumers wind up waiting eight months for appliances because a matching fridge hasn’t arrived. Consider mixing brands – most stainless steel or even colored appliances will coordinate with each other, regardless of the manufacturer. 

“Don’t insist on the brand your neighbor bought that doesn’t have product in stock – instead consider other brands that offer quality, performance, and availability,” says Haber. “Verona has been around for more than 20 years in the U.S. and more than 60 years in Europe. Customers willing to be flexible will probably end up paying less while still getting a feature-rich and equally reliable appliance at the end of the day. And, one that’s in stock when and where you need it,” concludes Haber.

Patience and communication are essential during these unusual times. If consumers are willing to be flexible and take the time to work with an appliance specialist, then it will be possible to make their dream kitchen a reality and still meet their pandemic project deadlines. 

About Verona: Verona Appliances’ stylish line of ranges, ovens, cooktops, ventilation, dishwashers and refrigeration have been featured in upscale kitchens around the world since 1958. Designed and manufactured in the suburbs of Venice, Italy, each Verona cooking appliance is held to the highest standards of quality and is made to U.S. market specifications. Verona’s new Designer Series offers the ability to customize a range with six trending colors, three knob designs and four fuel options using an intuitive online tool. EuroChef USA is proud to offer the Verona line of appliances through an authorized network of U.S. distributors and retailers, suitable for any sized kitchen.

For more information visit https://veronaappliances.com/

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Make a Splash: Backsplash Trends We’re Seeing in 2021

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The mighty backsplash isn’t just meant to be a design feature in the kitchen. A backsplash not only aesthetically brings the design of your kitchen together, but it also has great functionality as it prevents odors from being absorbed into the wall while also protecting walls from grease splatters and the occasional spaghetti sauce snafu. We want to spotlight the kitchen backsplash this month, as they are the silent heroes in protecting your kitchen from everyday cooking messes. See what’s trending this year in backsplash design by reading our blog below. Thanks to all who have tagged us on Instagram!

White Subway Tile

White subway tile is a classic backsplash pattern that stands the test of time. The versatile shape can be installed to create endless patterns, including the traditional bricklayer classic herringbone pattern, the modern horizontal or vertical stack or even a crosshatch install to name a few.

Buttered Side Up Blog went for a transitional blend of classic and industrial styles for her farmhouse kitchen. Like many homeowners these days, she opted to install a white subway tile backsplash from countertop to ceiling to create a cohesive and clean look.

Prestige 36″ Dual Fuel Range

Bold and Bright Patterns

Backsplashes are the perfect place to add an unexpected twist to a kitchen. Like Buttered Side Up Blog, Sonoran Desert Living installed a bold, black backsplash from the counter to the ceiling. The bright white six-point stars add contrast to this dark, moody and contemporary kitchen. Three black pendant lights, all in the shape of starbursts, round out the look.

Verona Dual Fuel Range

Marble Slabs

If you have marble countertops and want a seamless look throughout your kitchen, opt for a marble slab backsplash! The durable material that has long reigned supreme on countertops is gaining popularity as a backsplash. This kitchen design, spotlighted on Hunker Home, features the same dusty, gray marble veining on the countertops and walls to tie this light and airy space together.

Verona 36″ Electric Single Oven

Me and Mr. Jones also opted for a marble backsplash to give her kitchen a luxurious feel.

Verona 36″ Designer Series Electric Range, Matte Black

Textured and Glossy

Innovations in tile manufacturing have brought textured, 3D tile to kitchens and baths alike. These patterns add depth and interest to any kitchen and can turn your finished space into a work of art. Like this triangular tile below, geometric patterns with subtle texture use light and shadowing to its advantage to create an exciting appearance.

Verona 36″ Designer Dual Fuel Range

For more products and design ideas, follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit www.veronappliances.com.

The Verona Chefs Pak: An Ultimate Home Cook’s Dream

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A chef-worthy range calls for chef-worthy accessories. The Verona Chefs Pak can be used in tandem with any size range, and its many unique accessories make home cooking a breeze. The Chefs Pak includes a 3” x 5” beveled spatula; a heavy-duty stainless-steel griddle; maple cutting board; a digital meat probe; steamer pan with base, steamer and cover; and an oven mitt.

Beveled Spatula

Fry, flip, and flatten burgers with ease using our 3” x 5” beveled spatula. The tool is also great for delicate items as well like omelets or flakey fish.

Heavy-duty Stainless-steel Griddle

No need to purchase an electric griddle here — our heavy-duty stainless-steel griddle fits nicely over the range’s surface! The griddle is perfect for cooking Sunday morning pancakes and eggs, quickly preparing quesadillas and grilled cheese sandwiches for lunch, or making crab cakes for a pasta dinner.

Cleaning Tip: The best way to clean the griddle is to add some kosher salt and a little bit of oil to the surface while it’s still warm. Take half a lemon and using a fork, rub the salt and oil mixture around the griddle. The salt acts as an abrasive, while the acidity from the lemon juice can expunge impurities. Wipe clean with a paper towel, leaving the surface slightly oiled for your next use.

Photo Credit: Cami Graham of TIDBITS

Maple Cutting Board

The maple cutting board is convenient for stovetop food preparation. Grooves are expertly carved into the wood, so any juices, oils, sauces or loose pieces of food can swiftly be moved out of the way. Measuring 10 ¼” W x 17 ¼” D x 1¼” H, the maple cutting board nestles directly into the seasoned griddle when it’s not in use, so the seasoning on the griddle is preserved for your next meal.

Photo Credit: Annisa Zajac of House Seven Design

Digital Meat Probe

Whether you’re roasting beef, chicken, pork, fish, lamb, or turkey, our digital meat probe makes it clear and convenient to get a read on when your protein is done cooking. Batteries are included.

Tip: Follow the guidelines below for minimum cooking temperatures to ensure proteins have reached a safe internal temperature.

  • Ground beef, pork, veal or lamb: 160º
  • Fresh beef, pork, ham veal or lamb: 145º
  • Precooked ham: 165º
  • Poultry: 165º
  • Egg dishes: 160º
  • Fish with fins: 145º or until flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork

Steamer Pan with Base, Steamer and Cover

The steamer accessory set is the ultimate home cook’s dream to achieve a restaurant-style meal at home. The steamer pan can either sit on top of the griddle or can be used inside the oven cavity to steam fresh or frozen vegetables, shellfish or reheat leftovers when you’re in a pinch. Remove the steam basin and you have a food warming station ready to go for your next dinner party.

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Oven Mitt

Protect your hands while handling hot pots, pans, dishes, and more with our durable and heat resistant oven mitt, branded with our Verona logo.

If you or someone you know is an avid home cook, the Verona Chefs Pak is a great addition to any kitchen and can make an excellent gift. Visit your local appliance specialty store or shop online with an authorized retailer.

The Chefs Pak can be purchased for $599, or at a discounted price of $299 when you purchase any Verona range. You can also enter our giveaway to win your very own Chefs Pak here.

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Verona Appliances Celebrates 20 Years in the U.S.

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Since 1958 our family-owned, Italian-made line of ranges, ovens and cooktops has been a preferred appliance brand featured in upscale kitchens throughout Europe. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Verona in the U.S. market.

From 2001 to today, our brand offers a wide range of cooking appliances suitable for any size kitchen on both sides of the Atlantic. To honor this milestone, we want to take you on a journey through the evolution of our product line innovations – highlighting what makes Verona the chef-inspired appliance maker for those who want the look and functionality of a professional appliance for their home.

2001

The one that started it all… Verona’s 12” gas cooktop, which featured one large and one small sealed burner with electronic ignition launched in our debut year. Finish offerings included Black, White, Bisque and Stainless Steel. The compact 12” model was part of a full cooktop collection that was available in up to a 36” size.

2002

We introduced a full collection of freestanding ranges, including our popular Verona Professional 36” and 48” dual fuel and 24” gas ranges. The pro-restaurant-inspired look and functional features set the stage for Verona as a true cooking appliance that is attainable for at-home chefs.

2005

Verona built-in ovens were launched in 2005 and included the ever-popular 24” gas model, which remains a Verona exclusive today. The individual ovens could be installed as one unit or used with a stacking kit to create a seamless, stunning stainless-steel double oven display.

2010

In 2010 we introduced the exclusive 36” double oven ranges, available in both dual fuel or all gas models. These ovens are a true multitasker, as they allow home chefs to bake dinner and dessert at the same time.

2011

Verona debuted a variety of color options for the range collection. In addition to stainless steel, we added matte black, burgundy, antique white and white to our color palette.

2012

This was a big year for Verona Appliances with the launch of a standard American-sized 30” Pro Style Deluxe Range. The new Collection was engineered specifically for the US market and was packed with professional quality features such as a convection gas oven, four burner cooktop, a digital clock and timer, heavy-duty cast iron grates and more.

Also launched in this year was the VeronaPro line, which included upgraded 36” and 30” ranges, a 30” gas wall oven and 36” gas cooktop, all with powerful brass German-made burners and many aesthetic upgrades.

2015

In 2015, Verona debuted the 36” Classic range that combined the very best of industrial design and cooking performance. The range was a recipient of Design Journal Magazine’s Best of 2015 Products award. With the launch of the trend-setting Classic look, the Verona logo also received an update transforming into today’s iconic square design.

Also introduced in this year was the 36” fully-electric N’ Series Range, which still stands as an iconic model for the Verona brand. At the time of its release, the N’ Series Range was the only fully electric range on the market.

2016

The Chefs Pak was released in 2016 to the delight of many home cooks. The accessory package included a heavy-duty stainless-steel griddle, 3” x 5” beveled spatula, digital meat probe and more.

2017

In 2017 we launched Verona’s exclusive 36” All-Electric Ranges. The range won a Good Design Award in the same year, and the collection of All-Electric Ranges was an Interior Design Best of Year Honoree.

2018

The Designer and Prestige series was added to our extensive line of 36” freestanding ranges in 2018. The ranges featured both performance and aesthetic upgrades such as brass burners, rounded handles, continuous cast iron grates, a modern knob design and clean, beveled doors.

2019

Verona added two new colors and colored knobs to our line for the Designer series, plus an online Designer Range Builder Tool that allows interior designers and homeowners to customize their very own Designer Series range. The “Designer Range Builder” provides users the option to preview any combination of fuel type, knob color and base color for their personalized appliance.

2020

Verona added non-cooking appliances to their line to offer a complete kitchen suite including new refrigerator and dishwasher for the first time. In addition to this exciting development, Verona also expanded its popular Designer series with Dual Fuel and Induction 36” ranges and ventilation options for wall-mounted, chimney hoods and built-in inserts.

2021

Design by: Blythe & Barnett | Photography by: Jessica Kettle Photography

In our 20th year in the U.S., we celebrated with updated built-in collections, including the Designer Series 30” Gas Built-in Wall Oven, which has superior design upgrades including a soft-close door, commercial-style closed-door broiler, convection bake options and more. We’ve also debuted the Designer Cooktop Collection with beautifully designed continuous cast-iron grates, high-power triple-ring brass burners and soft-touch rubberized round knobs.

Stay tuned for more product launches! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram or visit www.veronappliances.com.