You’re probably accustomed to thinking of baked chicken as a humble, one-trick pony, but it’s actually a versatile canvas waiting for your creative brushstrokes. When you bake chicken legs, you can achieve wildly different flavor profiles with just a few tweaks to the seasonings and ingredients. You might be in the mood for something spicy,…
A roll of aluminum foil is like a shield in your kitchen arsenal, protecting your dishes from the heat of battle and making cleanup a breeze. You’ve likely used it to line a baking sheet or wrap leftovers, but have you ever stopped to think about the quality of your foil? A good roll can…
What is the difference between natural convection and mechanical convection in cooking? Natural convection occurs when molecules at the bottom of the cookware heat up and rise, causing the cooler ones to sink. This is as simple as when water comes to a boil and circulates in the pot. Mechanical convection, on the other hand,…
You might be surprised to learn that over 60% of chefs in the United States prefer kosher salt over other types of salt. But have you ever stopped to think about why it’s called kosher salt in the first place? It’s not necessarily because it adheres to Jewish dietary laws, as you might assume. The…
What is the difference between Series M and Series E Wolf built in ovens? There are some very important differences. In the convection mode with the E, you have “convection bake”, with a slower fan, “convection roast” with a faster fan and the “convection” mode with fast fan. The M does not have the convection…
How long is a Hotpoint warranty? Facts about your Hotpoint Warranty Hotpoint appliances come with a 1-year manufacturer’s guarantee for mechanical breakdown. Your Hotpoint warranty also have a 5-year parts guarantee if you register your appliance. How do I reset my oven control board? To reset it, just unplug the oven then wait about a…
What is the difference between a microwave and a combination microwave? Combination microwaves use microwave energy, much like a traditional microwave does, but combined with the added benefits of fanned hot air, making grilling, roasting and baking easier and quicker than before with convection hot air giving that perfect roasted finish. Can we grill chicken…
Can you bake cakes in a combi microwave? Yes, you read that right. You can make any cake you like in a microwave. Even in microwaves, some of you might have convection microwaves and some of you might have non convection microwaves. Majority of people think that baking a cake in a microwave can only…
Do professional chefs use electric stoves? In a recent survey conducted among 100 professional chefs across the United States, 96 reported that they prefer to use gas cooktops, and 68 also prefer gas ovens. Do gas ranges have electric ovens? What are the differences between gas and electric stoves? A gas range, or stove, is…
Are Wolf microwaves made by Sharp? Although Wolf’s technology is patentend by Sharp, all microwaves are manufactured to Wolf’s quality standards and testing. Do they make panel ready microwave? Ovens and microwaves aren’t available in panel ready options, because of the heat they emit. You can, however, purchase wall ovens that are completely flush with…
