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RETAILOBSERVER.COM JANUARY 2022 24 PULL OUT ALL THE STOPS ON YOUR NEXT MEAL WITH THOR KITCHEN'S 24-INCH MICROWAVE DRAWER New product frees up valuable counter space for meal preparation THOR Kitchen announces the release of the 24-inch Microwave Drawer which offers the premium features consumers expect from an over-the-range or standalone microwave, including 10 power levels for precision heating and 12 unique food prep functions. In addition, its sleek stainless steel design offers flexible installation in islands, peninsulas, standard cabinetry or right next to a wall oven. "We've all grown accustomed to microwaves that are placed above the range, or that just sit on the countertop and take up valuable space," said THOR Kitchen Managing Director Kyle You. "The 24-inch Microwave Drawer can be installed below the counter, so at-home 'microwave chefs' can have the luxury features they'd expect from a premium appliance, and more counterspace for meal prep." ABOUT THE 24-INCH MICROWAVE DRAWER • The unit offers 12 unique food prep functions including everyday functions like defrost and a beverage center, as well as luxury features such as two popcorn settings, melting chocolate, and softening ice cream. • THOR Kitchen's 24-inch Microwave Drawer offers 10 power modes for precision heating. Use lower power to melt chocolate or crank up the power to 950 watts for cooking and defrosting your favorite foods. • The auto touch open and close controls allow users to easily open and close the microwave drawer with just the touch of a button. • The Keep Warm function keeps cooked foods warm without overcooking until they're ready to be served, and the spacious 1.2 cubic foot capacity can accommodate a variety of container shapes and sizes. For more information about the 24-inch Microwave Drawer (TMD2401), please visit thorkitchen.com. FULGOR MILANO INTRODUCES NEW COMBI STEAM OVENS IN NORTH AMERICA Italian appliance brand embraces the home wellness trend with the launch of their new Sofia Pro and Distinto combi steam ovens Italian luxur y appliance manufacturer Fulgor Milano has launched their new combi steam ovens in the North American market. Two of the brand's collections, the Sofia Professional line (available in 30") and their Distinto collection of built-in appliances (available in 24" and 30"), will now offer the combi steam oven as part of their appliance portfolios. Wellness is a leading trend when it comes to the kitchen. Cooking with steam is one of the healthiest methods of preparing food, with several benefits. Food prepared using steam retains and enhances flavor and texture. Vitamin and nutrient retention is another significant advantage of steam cooking, with less salt needing to be added to a dish. Lastly, steam will not burn or dry out food, as it uses gentle heat to cook through. Combining other functions allows for cooking with traditional and multi-function modes or adding steam to create a more delicate taste. With a unique steam recovery cycle, Fulgor Milano's steam ovens allow steam to condense and recover, providing for a longer than usual cook time, without a need to open the oven door to add water. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ]

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