Design 101: Learning an Architect’s Language

Design 101: Learning an Architect’s Language

written by Dan Brunn Just as a chef uses specific language in the kitchen, an architect uses their own terminology to guide the creative process of a new project. While you may not have known how to julienne a carrot before trying a new recipe, a quick search of this...
From Stem to Root

From Stem to Root

Keep the pulp from your next beet smoothie to fry up some sustainable and savory patties. We’re celebrating this fall by exploring some of the delicious, seasonal trends showing up in our kitchens. We’re partnering with Bettan Belen to share insights and a recipe on...
FIREPLACES VS. FIREPLACE INSERTS | WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

FIREPLACES VS. FIREPLACE INSERTS | WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

From our friends at Napoleon! Canada experiences long, cold winters, making fireplaces and fireplace inserts a popular choice for homeowners looking to add warmth and ambiance to their homes. There are several key differences between traditional fireplaces and...
Slow Cook Pork Shoulder with Braised Collard Greens

Slow Cook Pork Shoulder with Braised Collard Greens

Enjoy this warm and tasty Slow Cooker recipe from our friends at Frigiaire! Ingredients Pork Shoulder:  4-5 lb Pork Shoulder Seasoning Rub:  2 tbsp kosher salt  1 tbsp chili powder  1 tbsp cumin  1 tbsp black pepper  1 tsp cinnamon  1 tsp chili flake  1 tsp clove  1...
Ask the Architect: What are Custom Panel Appliances

Ask the Architect: What are Custom Panel Appliances

Question #1: What are custom panel appliances? Custom panel appliances are essentially the same appliances that consumers see with a traditional stainless or black stainless steel fronts, but with a clever twist. Much as the name suggests, custom panel appliances are...
How to Incorporate Apples in Your Soup

How to Incorporate Apples in Your Soup

Cozy up with this bowl of fall.   Celebrate the start of fall with our favorite apple recipes. We’re partnering with Sara Forte of Sprouted Kitchen to share tips, insights and recipes featuring fall’s favorite fruit. As the fall chill sets in, things like soup...
7 REASONS TO USE YOUR BARBECUE FOR WEEKNIGHT & SCHOOL NIGHT MEALS

7 REASONS TO USE YOUR BARBECUE FOR WEEKNIGHT & SCHOOL NIGHT MEALS

Did you know that your gas barbecue is the perfect way to cook on school nights and not just for the weekend? Create beautiful meals quickly and easily without making a huge mess inside. Read more and become inspired to use your Napoleon gas grill to create fantastic...
Decadent Parmesan Baked Cauliflower

Decadent Parmesan Baked Cauliflower

Decadent Parmesan Baked Cauliflower     Instructions: Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine all the ingredients for the Ketchup-Mayo Dipping Sauce and chill. Mix panko, Parmesan cheese and salt together. Set out the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each cauliflower...
Mango-Lime Nice Cream Recipe

Mango-Lime Nice Cream Recipe

Sounds illegal? It’s not! This fruit-based nice cream is the new healthy alternative to the classic gelato, and it’s just as delicious. By using frozen bananas, you can skip the dairy and still get that cold, heavenly creaminess we all seek on those hot summer days....
Homemade Olive Oil Bread, Straight from Your Pantry

Homemade Olive Oil Bread, Straight from Your Pantry

While bumbling around the internet looking at recipes one day, I came across a secret. The secret to the crispiest skin on poultry. The secret to tender meat. The secret to how baking works. What is the secret you ask? Baking powder. Using baking powder, you can...