Our Experience at Middleby Residential

NOV 6–8, 2023
Attendees: Shannon and Alex
Location: Middleby Innovation Kitchens & Showcase Gallery, Dallas, TX
Focus: Residential luxury kitchen appliances

Brands We Trained On

La Cornue

• Brand History
• We explored the Château and CornuFé lines. The King project (Stephanie's job) will feature a CornuFé range.
• La Cornue’s Flamberge Rotisserie is a stunning built-in countertop feature.
• French Top Cooking:

The graduated heat of a French top allows you to sauté, simmer, and warm food all at the same time without adjusting burner knobs. Simply slide your pots and pans around the flat top to find the perfect heat zone.

• Key Takeaways: Handcrafted in France, elegant detailing, designed to become a family heirloom.

Viking

• Brand History
• Offers a full line of professional-style appliances, including:
  • Ranges (gas, electric, induction)
  • Built-in ovens
  • Ventilation/hoods
  • Refrigeration and beverage centers
  • Dishwashers
• Viking 7 Series: Commercial-grade performance
• Virtuoso and 6 Series: Sleek, modern styling
• Tuscany Line: Italian provincial design with custom colors to match Sherwin-Williams paint hues

Brava

• Product Site
• Countertop cooking with light
• Winner of the 2023 Popular Mechanics Gadget Award

AGA

• Brand History
• Known for its classic cast iron enamel ovens
• Mercury Line: Contemporary styling, made in the UK
• Elise Line: A blend of European charm with modern options (induction or gas cooktops)
• Also offers hoods, dishwashers, and refrigerators

Evo

• Brand History
• Indoor and outdoor griddles
• 30” steel cooking surface, ideal for both professional and home use

Itinerary Highlights

• Facility Tour
• La Cornue training & cooking demonstration
• Viking range training and on-site dinner
• Breakfast cooked on an Evo grill
• AGA training and cooking demo

Chef Team:

• Head Chef: Chris French
• Sous Chef: Keith Borbon

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