http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php Kathryn&rsquo;s Blog: read her weekly tips and tricks about Viking Appliances. en-us Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:53:52 -0500 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:53:52 -0500 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Hey Kathryn: <br> <br>Ever made chili? http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1306447362&title=taste-of-taiwan#comment-1323906832 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1306447362&title=taste-of-taiwan#comment-1323906832 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 18:53:52 -0500 Slate Awesome blog Mom! I want a Viking kitchen with a big red range! http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1295894689&title=apple-red-racing-red-pumpkin-oh-my#comment-1297731757 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1295894689&title=apple-red-racing-red-pumpkin-oh-my#comment-1297731757 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 20:02:37 -0500 Stina Regalia In my opinion, Kathryn's demos rival most cooking shows!!! Great food and great entertaining! http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1282926890&title=a-visit-to-greenwood#comment-1283993824 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1282926890&title=a-visit-to-greenwood#comment-1283993824 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:57:04 -0400 Stina Regalia thanks* http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1271107672&title=asparagus-the-harbinger-of-spring#comment-1272830894 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1271107672&title=asparagus-the-harbinger-of-spring#comment-1272830894 Sun, 02 May 2010 16:08:14 -0400 Stina Regalia I love asparagus! Tanks for the blog dedicated to it :) http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1271107672&title=asparagus-the-harbinger-of-spring#comment-1272830869 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1271107672&title=asparagus-the-harbinger-of-spring#comment-1272830869 Sun, 02 May 2010 16:07:49 -0400 Stina Regalia Any suggestions for a small dinner party? http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265983647 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265983647 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:07:27 -0500 Flipper My favorite! Thanks for the shout out Mom! http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1265834186&title=fat-tuesday-fun#comment-1265954171 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1265834186&title=fat-tuesday-fun#comment-1265954171 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:56:11 -0500 Stina Regalia Your soup is the best. Lapped it up. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265595601 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265595601 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 21:20:01 -0500 Calvin Hi Mom! Awesome blog... I love when you make that soup! You rock! <br>xoxo Stina http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265402631 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1263942490&title=simmer-n-soup#comment-1265402631 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:43:51 -0500 Stina Regalia Hi Joel, <br>You could pick it up today, but normally won't your store let you order it and then let you pick it up on on Wednesday? It is a lot of room to take up in your refrigerator. <br> <br>I'll post the Sweet Potato Bisque tomorrow. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1259019250 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1259019250 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:34:10 -0500 Kathryn Hi Sharon, <br> <br>A Brined turkey is one that has been placed in a salt water solution usually with some sugar for browning and some herbs. It is usually done about 18-24 hours before it is roasted depending on the size of the bird. <br> <br>It add alot of flavor and plumps up the bird so that it is jucier and less likely to be dry. Some birds have a solution injected in them and it will indicate that on the packaging, but it is normally something that you would have to do the day before to get the full brine effect. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1259018052 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1259018052 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:14:12 -0500 Kathryn Hi! <br> <br>What's a brined turkey? Is that a special kind I have to buy? Is it a brand? <br> <br>Sharon M. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1258746449 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1258746449 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:47:29 -0500 Sharon M. HI! I LIKE YOUR BLOG AND READ IT EVERY TIME YOU ADD A NEW ARTICLE. <br> <br>HOW FAR AHEAD OF TIME CAN I BUY A FRESH TURKEY? THE REAL BIG ONES ARE GONE IF YOU WAIT TIL THE LAST MINUTE. <br> <br>I HOPE YOU'LL TELL US HOW TO MAKE THAT SWEET POTATO SOUP. <br> <br>JOE http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1258745950 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1258685495&title=thanksgiving-countdown#comment-1258745950 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:39:10 -0500 Joel It isn't dangerous to us, per se, but I wouldn't hang around in the kitchen inhaling the air during the cycle. It does state that it must be "well ventilated" so having your hood on and windows open is required. The fumes are more pronounced the first time the cycle is used. <br> <br>Birds have a much more sensitive respiratory system so I would move any bird or other small pet to another part of the house and make sure windows are open. If it means having to wait a few weeks for agreeable weather then I would definitely wait. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1257375831 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1257375831 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:03:51 -0500 Kathryn I read that the coating of self-cleaning ovens is toxic to birds and that you should only run the self clean process with open windows if you have birds as pets. <br> <br>Is that true? If it's true, wouldn't that be dangerous for us too? <br> <br>Susan http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1257307424 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1257307424 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:03:44 -0500 Susan Kathryn, you rock and yoiur are so right about the oven. I Ggoing to try the Big Ass Cheese Ring. Yea http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1256961122 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1256770303&title=your-mother-in-law-will-be-visiting-soon--time-to-clean-the-ovenrange#comment-1256961122 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:52:02 -0400 Flipper Hey Alana, <br>I wish I had leared to play bridge! At any rate, I think probably a dry light white like a Sauvignon Blanc would be good, but really, that is my favorite wine. You should serve what you like. Chardonnay would be fine or a lighter red would work well too. <br> <br>As for the food processor, we sell them here but you can go to vikingrange.com and key in your zip code and it will give you a list of retailers that sell the Culinary products in your area. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1255025916 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1255025916 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 14:18:36 -0400 Kathryn What a clever name for your appetizer. I can't wait to try it. Thanks. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1254333409 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1254333409 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:56:49 -0400 Susan Shenk This sounds perfect for a bridge club afternoon. What do you think would be a good wine to serve with? <br> <br>I did not know Viking made a food processor. Who sells them in the San Francisco area? <br> <br>Alana http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1254279778 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1253661340&title=easy-appetizer#comment-1254279778 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:02:58 -0400 Alana Maxwell Right now gas is the cheaper of the two, but that can change, as gas prices will fluctuate (electricity too). In terms of efficiency, elecrtric stovetop heat is about 65% efficient whereas gas heat is about 55% efficient. http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1252013325&title=the-great-oven-debate-gas-vs-electric#comment-1253661002 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1252013325&title=the-great-oven-debate-gas-vs-electric#comment-1253661002 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:10:02 -0400 Kathryn Is gas or electric cheaper to operate? Do you think long term electric might become prohibitive in expense to use? <br> <br>Thanks for doing this. I read your posts as soon as you put them up! I know because I look every day for a new post. <br> <br>Alicia http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1252013325&title=the-great-oven-debate-gas-vs-electric#comment-1253653629 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1252013325&title=the-great-oven-debate-gas-vs-electric#comment-1253653629 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:07:09 -0400 Alicia The showroom is open M-F from 9 AM-4PM. You do need to make an appointment, because we very often will have events such as trainings for the trade which are not for the public and it would be a shame to drive to beautiful downtown Hayward if the showroom was otherwise occupied. <br> <br>You usually only have to call a day in advance. I would love to show you our kitchens! http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252445901 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252445901 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:38:21 -0400 Kathryn I am trying to talk my husband into letting remodel the kitchen. Is the showroom open all the time? Maybe if he saw some complete kitchens I could persuade him to let me have a new one! <br> <br>Emily http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252183511 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252183511 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 16:45:11 -0400 Emily James Thanks Ralph! It is a lot of fun and it is a joy to cook in these kitchens. Ryn http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252003811 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1252003811 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:50:11 -0400 Kathryn Your description of the showroom make want to drop everything and head right over! If the pictures on the website are anything like the showroom, you must have a beautiful place. <br> <br>Ralph http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1251907306 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251758706&title=make-your-own-viking-experience#comment-1251907306 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:01:46 -0400 Ralph Munston Kathryn! <br> <br>That sounds so good I can taste it! Thank you for posting this. <br> <br>Chris http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251155404&title=dessert-on-the-grill#comment-1251223953 http://www.experienceviking.com/documents/blog.php?entry_id=1251155404&title=dessert-on-the-grill#comment-1251223953 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 14:12:33 -0400 Chris Reich