This time, we're excited to have Stephanie Karp with Ingrid Baltasi, both from Bentwood of Chicago share their knowledge of cooking and experience in making great home-cooked meals. Let's dig in: Like many of you now, I am working from home today and for the foreseeable future. And since we have gained a couple of extra hours by not commuting, how could we spend that time? For me, the answer is always cooking. It’s my happy time. Making a homemade meal is very satisfying, and right now, this is something positive I can offer up. Best of all, pantry items are a great go-to for the home cook to get dinner on the table with ease!
So, whether you did a big shop to fill the pantry or have a plan to shop by need, there are some wonderful staples that most of us have in the pantry, freezer, or fridge. Soups, stews, and pasta dishes are the ultimate comfort food, and although Spring is on the way, there is still a little chill in the air. Here are a few of our favorites we would like to share with you! read moreBlog
A Fresh Start with a New Contemporary Kitchen
When a house fire destroyed a Dallas family home, a new opportunity emerged to change things up with a new contemporary style and to gain the function and storage they were missing, especially in the kitchen. Interior Designer Traci Connell, of Traci Connell Design, brought her clients to Bentwood of Dallas. There, they met with Kitchen Designer Emily Martin, who showed them the possibilities for a new Contemporary Kitchen. A combination of white and natural walnut cabinetry came together for a fresh new Kitchen design. Upper glass fronts on the perimeter white cabinetry add to the contemporary design highlighting the warmth of premium walnut for a stunning combination.
read moreValentine’s Day Sweets for Your Sweet
We've talked about our love of entertaining before, here at Bentwood Luxury Kitchens. This time, our passion for cooking leads us into Valentine’s Day and sharing some decadent recipes for those special someone’s in our lives. Whether you're hosting a gathering or just having an intimate dinner with your loved one, the time shared in your beautiful kitchen is personal and special. We are often inspired by the stellar chefs on Food Network, and they continue to "bring it" to the table around this time of year. From chocolate-dipped strawberries to a romantic French-inspired champagne cocktail, we think your sweetheart will love these recipes.
read moreProject Checklist for your Kitchen Remodel
At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we often talk to homeowners who are ready to begin a remodeling project, but not sure who to engage and how this process ‘all works.’ The size of the project—just the kitchen or the entire first floor- will lend itself to the level of assistance needed and materials/services to procure.
read moreBeautiful Meal Presentations for Easy Holiday Entertaining
At Bentwood luxury kitchens, we love to cook and entertain as much as our clients and often talk ‘food’ with those who share our passion. Going into the holiday season, we thought it was only fitting to share some of our easy fall meal favorites and go-to recipes for entertaining. Enjoying time with loved ones is what it is really about, not preparing a 5-course meal with perfect wine pairings and being too exhausted to enjoy your guests!
read moreHouston High Rise Showcases Transitional Kitchen
Builder and remodeler, Patrick Price of PE Price Builders, contacted Bentwood of Houston to discuss a high rise project in the process of a remodel. His client had purchased two units with the intention to open them up into one large unit. Hence, our project called for a very detailed set of drawings for a sizable kitchen and breakfast room. And for these two spaces, every vertical surface was to either be covered in cabinetry, custom millwork, or tile backsplash. It is clear to see why this Bentwood of Houston project won the ‘ASID Ruby Award’ for ‘Best Use of Material’.
read moreModern Ranges, Ovens, and Cooktops Worthy of Consideration
The luxury appliance industry has exploded with modern ranges, ovens, and cooktops, offering many configuration and finish options for today’s residential buyers. So, when selecting what’s right for your kitchen project, we have highlighted a few favorites we feel are worthy of consideration from today’s top appliance manufacturers. Whether you have a small city loft, spacious family home, or a vacation get away, there is a winning combination of modern kitchen cooking appliances for how you live!
read moreCasual Elegance for Everyday Living and Entertaining
Discover one of our newest Dallas projects that masters the combination of elegance and everyday family-friendly living. This new construction project began with a strong and detailed vision by designer Tiffany McKinzie and her client to create a functional space that was brimming with style. When Emily Martin, Bentwood of Dallas Kitchen Designer, met with Tiffany and her client, she knew how to transform this vision into a livable and timelessly attractive space for this active Dallas family.
read moreModern Elegance for a Historic Gold Coast High-Rise Remodel
We are delighted to introduce one of our most recent Chicago personal design projects. Read below about the transformation of this stunning space in a luxury high-rise for this remodel project. When she was ready to begin her project, our client's first call was to her longtime family friend, Interior Designer Maryellen DeBartolo. After visiting many showrooms at the Merchandise Mart, Maryellen and our client met Steve Karp, Bentwood Senior Designer at Bentwood of Chicago, and they knew that they had found the perfect design team for this unique project.
read moreEnd of Summer Entertaining
As we approach Labor Day, we want to celebrate outside for as long as possible, stretching our ‘al fresco’ season! The end of summer is still a great time for outdoor entertaining. Keep using your outdoor kitchen and patio areas, with refreshing fare to complement the warm and inviting outdoor environment.
At Bentwood Luxury Kitchens, we love to cook, entertain, and enjoy all the seasonal foods of summer. For your last summer gathering, brighten up your menu with these easy recipes and ideas that are a breeze to create while elevating any meal.
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