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Collection Closeup: The Captivating Curva

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Since Lofra began in 1956, the Italian brand has remained dedicated to the artistry of crafting top-tier, dependable products. Produced in the hills around the city of Padua, Italy, Lofra’s prestigious ranges are meticulously designed, featuring a diverse array of cooking functions to enhance the cooking experience for home chefs. Three of Lofra’s cutting-edge collections are exclusively imported to the United States by EuroChef USA. Today we’re taking a deeper dive into the alluring Curva Collection!

The Look

As the first product to be introduced by Lofra in the early 1960s, the Curva Collection pays tribute to Lofra’s humble beginnings. The iconic, patented curved door, side panels and handles of the Curva Collection embody the aesthetic of traditional pots and pottery that Lofra manufactured. This distinct detailing sets Curva apart, as it cannot be replicated by other brands. Seamlessly marrying a unique, modernist aesthetic with professional-grade performance, the award-winning Curva Collection exceeds expectations from its design to its functionality.

Sizing + Colors

Available in two sizes – 36-inch and 48-inch – and a palette of four timeless colors (Black, Blue, Stainless Steel and White), the Curva Collection is ideal for those seeking a high-performing appliance and an ultramodern aesthetic for their kitchen.

Curva’s 36-inch range boasts five all-brass burners, providing cooking power ranging from a minimum of 5,000 BTUs (British Thermal Units) to a max dual power output of 18,000! The 48-inch Curva offers two additional burners and the highly-desired, independent second oven. This secondary oven, with multiple programmable options, utilizes convection with independent settings for enhanced versatility.

Functionality + Cleaning

Similar to the Dolcevita, the oven glass trim on all Curva ranges is easily removable. This provides access to the three panes of oven glass to make cleaning a simple process! Moreover, like all Lofra ranges, the Curva range offers nine programmable settings with true European convection.

  • Defrosting: Speed up defrosting and safely thaw frozen food with unheated air circulation without par-cooking and drying.
  • European Convection: European convection uses a third heating element behind the fan to prevent unwanted flavor transfer. This process allows food to cook more evenly than in traditional ovens!
  • Convection Bake: The convection bake feature has the quickest and most even cooking as it evenly distributes heat throughout the oven with the use of the convection fan and both top and bottom elements.
  • Pizza Function aka “Bottom Heat”: Every Lofra range includes a bottom heat mode, which is perfect for crispy pizza crust and perfectly melted cheese! The bottom heat setting can also be used for moist, slow cooked dishes or to prepare delicate crusts on a pie or quiche.
  • Convection Broil: When the convection broil feature is activated, the convection fan and broiler will both be turned on, allowing for an even distribution of intense heat.
  • Oven Light + Dough Rising: Every Lofra range comes with the oven light + dough rising feature, where the oven light will be turned on and remain illuminated throughout the cooking cycle. This light can also assist in the rising of dough, perfect for your favorite bread recipes!
  • Conventional Cooking: Providing heat from both the top and bottom, the conventional cooking feature helps food to cook evenly.
  • Grilling: Every Lofra range comes with an upper grill element, which provides a high and focused heat.
  • Maxi Broil: Ideal for melting and browning food quickly without overcooking, the Maxi Broil function uses powerful and direct heat from the broil element.

To learn more about Lofra’s Curva Collection, visit https://lofra.us/ and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest and YouTube.

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Italian Appliance Brand Lofra Presents Curva to the U.S. Market

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Patented and innovative design that represents the perfect union of tradition and modernity.

Lofra, one of the most prestigious and well-recognized appliance brands in the world, presents the patented Curva collection to the U.S. market. Curva features a dynamic curved door, side panels and handles that perfectly blends tradition and modernity in a unique, energetic design that is available in two sizes and four trending finishes.

“The award-winning Curva line pays homage to Lofra’s beginnings as a manufacturer of pots and pottery,” explains Melissa Haber, Vice President of EuroChef USA, the exclusive importer of Lofra ranges to the U.S. “It is the only range of its kind, completely unique. The curved profile against a straight cabinet-line results in a stunning design that’s sure to be the focal point of any kitchen. The graceful contemporary curves and exceptional details create a delicate balance between old world cooking and modern kitchen design trends.”

Curva’s 36-inch range offers five all brass burners and cooking power that varies from simmer to sear with a powerful 18,000 BTU dual burner. The larger 48-inch range option will add two additional burners and a coveted independent second oven that has full multi-function and convection capabilities. The LP Conversion Kit is always included, and the oven(s) will offer nine programmable settings including a pizza function, defrost, true European convection and more for perfectly cooked results.

Left: Lifestyle shot, the Curva collection. Right: Silhouette shot, 48” Dual Fuel in Stainless Steel

Details:

  • Available sizes: 36” (C-S36M0G500) and 48” (C-SD48MMG700).
  • Available fuel types: Dual Fuel.
  • Color options: Stainless Steel, Matte Black, White and Blue.
  • Starting MSRP: $6,949.

Every Lofra range is packed with features that even the most discerning chef will appreciate, including semi- sealed brass burners, ergonomically designed metal knobs and handles, telescopic glide shelf support, triple-pane removable glass oven doors and so much more. Optional accessories include: teppanyaki (steel griddle), simmer plate, wok ring, ribbed cast-iron steak griddle, stainless steel plinth toe-kick and color matching side filler set.

For press release and high-resolution images, click here.

About Lofra: Lofra has been manufacturing high-quality home appliances since 1956. Located on the hills of Padua, Italy, Lofra has grown to become the market leader of freestanding cookers and built-in appliances. The brand is a global consumer reference point for the kitchen industry and is the pride of the Italian manufacturing industry. For additional information about Lofra visit www.lofra.us.

About EuroChef USA: Since 2001, EuroChef USA has been the national distributor of Italian-made professional style major appliances. The brand is the national distributor and exclusive importer of the Verona, and now the Lofra, brand of Italian-made professional style major appliances. EuroChef’s brands offer a full line of ranges, ovens, ventilation and cooktops nationally through a network of regional distributors and specialty appliance retailers.

Lofra to exhibit at KBIS 2023

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Lofra is known for combining traditional design with the latest cooking technologies like semi-sealed brass burners, telescopic glide shelf support, triple pane glass oven doors and ergonomically-designed metal knobs and handles.

Lofra’s initial offering includes three distinguished range collections: the Dolcevita Collection, the Maestro Collection and the Curva collection. Check them out in person at KBIS this year! They will be at booth #W5335.