#kenwood kitchens

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Baltimore Bathroom Master Bath Example of a mid-sized transitional master gray tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile, gray floor, double-sink and vaulted ceiling bathroom design with shaker cabinets, gray cabinets, a one-piece toilet, blue walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, multicolored countertops and a freestanding vanity

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Catherine Falls Kenwood

Catherine Falls traveled to Istanbul, Turkey to shoot the new campaign for kitchen appliance company Kenwood. Catherine photographed scenes of families and individuals using the new MultiPro Go, MultiPro XL Weight+, and Chef Patissier tools as well as the finished plated dishes. The photos capture sunlight pouring in through windows, creating a warm glow that is consistent throughout the campaign.  

See Catherine Falls’ Lifestyle and Food & Beverage portfolios online.

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This pink & blue house is in Kenwood, California, has 3bds. 4ba. and is very modern, except for a few things. The asking price is $4.350M. So, it’s a modern home, but as soon as you enter the front doors...

You’re in the Parthenon. (Looks like a mausoleum.)

Details of the mosaics.

Behind the Parthenon is a Greek style cabinet.

Walk around the Parthenon and you’re in an ultra modern living room.

There are some marble shapes here. 

The one on the left is a permanent thing between the living room and kitchen.

The kitchen has a mid-century modern look, but the house was built in 1994. Look at that- stairs in the kitchen.

Here’s a bar.

Minimalist dining room.

Then, there’s this entrance.

To a very long wine cellar w/a bar.

How many bars does this house have? Here’s a 3rd one outside the wine cellar.

The main bd. and en-suite has a little Greek flair. The tub is in a glass block enclosure that’s kind of MCM.

More shapes.

This looks like a garage, but it has walls like a rec room.

What is that lane around the pool? Like a lap pool? I kind of like the blue steel girders.

The 3 acres of grounds are beautiful. Look at the lemon tree.

Check out the statuary.

Interesting home.

https://www.movoto.com/kenwood-ca/1335-kinnybrook-dr-kenwood-ca-95452/pid_pid6ien48g/

[harrisongslimited]

George Chapter of the Day. #5

I Saw Her Standing There

(**Please read General Trigger warnings in Chapter 1)

**********18+ only***********

Specifically slow burn romance brewing.

Chapter 5

Joie heard the phone ring the next morning. She felt exhausted. She wasn't sure what time zone she was in. But Freda popped her head in to see if she was awake.

"You feel like another trip?"

Joie yawned and smiled. "Sure. Where?"

"John and Cyn's house. It's George on the phone. He'll pick you up in 30 minutes. Can you be ready?"

"Absolutely!" Joie exclaimed jumping up from bed. She jumped in the tiny shower, pulled a comb through her hair, put on some make up and was ready when George came.

When Joie saw Freda wasn't ready, she asked what was up.

"Going to my sister's house. Every Sunday. Maybe you can come next week?"

"Sure. Are you certain you don't want me to go with you?"

"I'm sure. You'll like Cyn, John's wife. It's good that you'll go. You'll have a nice time with George on the ride too. He's a great guy."

"Where do they live?"

"Kenwood. It's about a 30 minute drive."

"George will make it in 20."

Freda laughed. "No doubt."

..........

"Hi," she said to him as she slid into the seat next to him.

"Hello," he answered with a cheery smile. "Freda said she's going to her sis's?"

Joie nodded. "Would you rather wait for a time she can come with?"

George shook his head. "No. I need to talk to John anyway. And you'll like Cyn. She's a very down to earth type. They have a son too. Julian. He's 2 I think."

Joie was surprised to hear that John not only was married but had a young son.

George revved up his mini cooper and sped off. It was silent for awhile, but Joie didn't feel uncomfortable. George just struck her as someone who didn't talk unless he had something to say.

"Do you mind telling me about your family?" Joie finally asked. "Are your mum and dad happy about your success?"

George looked at her a brief moment and smiled. God, she was adorable and smelled earthy, sweet.....clean, sexy, like just after a long needed spring rain...He knew he had to snap out of his thoughts and get back into the conversation but he'd rather have his arms wrapped around her lovely body. He coughed to change the channel in his thoughts. "They were always very supportive of my music. I used to skip school to go practice and although I don't think my dad thought it was very smart, he usually went along with it. I wore these tight stove-pipe pants and picklewinkers."

"What are picklewinkers?"

"Pointy black shoes. I had this Elvis haircut. Used to drive my mum crazy, but she always went along with it too. I have a sister who got married and lives in the states and 2 brothers. We're close."

"How did you meet John and how did the band start?"

"That's a long, long story. Paul introduced me to John. I used to ride the same bus with Paul to school. My dad drove the bus."

"And one thing led to another?"

"Pretty much. With a lot of twists and turns along the way."

They were silent again until Joie asked, "How do you feel about doing the movie?"

"It's mainly publicity for our music. Capitalize on the frenzy, you know?" he explained. "Don't know how long it will last."

"You don't think the Beatles will last?"

"Oh, the Beatles will probably last. But the craziness probably won't. John says we are lucky if we get 2 years on top."

"But look at Elvis. He's still around..."

"He's in a class by himself. And they've got him making movies now. I guess we will have to reinvent ourselves at some point too."

"Maybe movies?"

"Maybe. Don't really know what's going to happen."

Joie looked at him intently. "Are you enjoying the ride while it lasts?"

He looked back at her. "Sometimes."

..........

George made the introductions when they arrived at John and Cynthia's beautiful Kenwood home. Good smells were coming out of the kitchen and John offered Joie a glass of wine which she accepted. She'd never really drank before. The wine was smooth and dry and relaxed her.

Cyn and Joie went into the kitchen to talk and have their wine while John and George talked music and even called Paul at one point. Joie heard his name mentioned and tried to listen to their conversation then she remembered the list of things she was never going to do again.

Joie took another sip of her wine and asked, "Tell me about Julian. I hear he's just a joy. Where is he?"

"He's at my mum's. John is home so rarely, we try to make time for one another at least as much as we can. He spent the day yesterday with Julian. He's a wonderful little boy. He loves to draw and tries to play guitar like his dad."

Cynthia filled her wine glass again. And again. And again. Joie realized at one point that she couldn't stand up. She was horrified. She was hopeful that eating some dinner would help sober her up, but her head was spinning. How could she have let this happen? She had to make it back to Freda's. She had to get up in the morning for a meeting at Shepperton Studios for all the extras. Her anxiety was beginning to grab a hold of her. But she put up a good front. It was then she realized everyone was drinking and had no notice of her condition.

She was drunk. Hammered, liquored up, smashed, bombed. Oh my God, help me!

Drunk in England at the home of John and Cynthia Lennon. George Harrison was going to drive her home. She needed air. And fast.

She asked George for a cigarette and went outside to smoke it. But Cyn told her it was okay to smoke inside the house. It was then she leveled with Cynthia.

"I'm not used to drinking," she admitted, the room spinning around her "I really needed some air."

"Are you ok?" Cynthia asked, but went back inside the house, returning with a shawl that Joie could put around her shoulders against the cool, English evening air.

"Thank you, yes. I'm fine. I just needed air."

Cynthia kept her company as Joie attempted to sober up.

"It's hard to keep up with these boys," Cyn admitted. "I tried for years. You know, trying to fit in. You just have to go your own way."

"I usually do," Joie answered. "but I just am not used to drinking very much and I lost track."

"You ok now?"

Joie nodded. But as she went in, John and George were opening up another bottle of wine. Her glass was filled. But she ignored it for the most part. She'd had enough. It did help her relax and be more at ease with the company she was in. But when Paul showed up, all bets were off. She took another large sip of wine.

Why did he have to show up...and alone? Girlfriend, Joie told herself. He's got a girlfriend. Remember that. He's off limits. Besides, what would a man like Paul McCartney want with a simple California girl like Joie Armagh?

STOP! Joie told herself. STOP! You've had too much wine and aren't thinking right. You're thinking about things that you promised you wouldn't. Right then, she wished she could ask George to take her home. She wanted to lay down on the bed and sleep. But with Paul just arriving and the 3 of them talking, she didn't want to ruin George's evening. "Hi George," she'd say. "Take me home. I'm drunk as a church mouse in the wine cabinet."

Oh lord, no. He was so kind to her, she didn't want to look like some drunk off the street. Maybe Paul could just take her home.

..........

Cynthia made tea, settling the room from spinning in Joie's case, and yet she knew she was still drunk. She excused herself and went to the bathroom and put cool water on her neck and wrists. The water felt wonderful. But she still wanted to close her eyes and go to sleep.

She managed to stay in the conversations but used everything in her arsenal to appear in control. But when Paul announced he was leaving, she blurted out, "Do you think you could take me to Freda's? I'm still suffering from jet lag and am totally exhausted."

When she began to gather her purse and coat, by the time she returned, Paul had left without her.

"He's said to say sorry. He was late already to pick up Jane." John explained simply. "You can crash here if you need to. Plenty of room."

"That's ok," George interjected quickly. "I'll take Joie home. It's no trouble."

"I hate to end your evening this way...that's why I asked Paul to take me home. He mentioned he couldn't stay long because of Jane."

"Joie," George looked into her eyes and spoke gently, softly. "It's no problem. I'll take you home."

Joie blinked and tried to read George's face. His eyes held a sweetness she never saw on anyone...not even Charlie when they were making out.

"Okay," she smiled back at him, enjoying being the object of his laser focus.

"Good. I'll get the coats and we'll leave."

Joie said her goodbye's to Cyn, who tucked her phone number in Joie's purse. "Call me anytime. I'm usually here. We can talk more. Anytime. Really"

"Thank you so much. I had a wonderful time. And give Julian a hug from me"

George escorted her to the car and opened the door for her. As he started the car, Joie knew she was going to be sick. But she just couldn't. Not with George. She had to make it to Freda's somehow. But everything was spinning.

She couldn't understand it. She'd had wine before. But just maybe it was too much with her nervousness.

"It's been a little too much, hey?" George finally asked after she had been quiet for awhile.

"I guess so..." she muttered. "Ah, George....."

"Yea?"

"George....."

She touched his arm. "Could you please stop the car? I need to get some air."

She immediately jumped out of the car and ran into some bushes where she promptly threw up over and over. Then the headache started. She thought she was dying. Dying from the wine, dying from embarrassment.

Finally, in silence, she made her way back to George's car, her head hanging down because she felt like an idiot.

"Um...Cyn's cooking?" he joked.

Joie laughed weakly. "Too much of everything I think"

"You ok?"

She looked at him. He was smiling gently. "I'm so sorry," she told him, her voice wobbly as she tried not to cry. "I'm just so sorry..."

"eh," George dismissed it. Handing her some tissues from the glove box, his hand laid on her thigh. "Just let me know if you need me to stop again. We'll be at Freda's in 15 minutes."

"I'm so sorry..."she repeated again.

"You just got your wings, Joie. "We've all been through it. Every single one of us."

"Some wings..." she mumbled and blew her nose.

"I know......I know. It's ok though. Don't worry about it. Take a couple of aspirin and call me in the morning."

"Doctor Harrison?"

"Yes. Absolutely. That's me. I've been told I have a great bed-side manner."

Joie laughed and thought "I believe you would" and wondered what it would be like if he kissed her with that sensual mouth. "I knew it all along..."

She managed to stay composed the rest of the way to Freda's. George helped her into the apartment. Freda wasn't back from her sister's and Joie was glad Freda had given her a key.

"I'm so sorry...."

He took her face in his strong, soft hands. His eyes went right into her heart. Was she seeing things? Was it the wine? "It's ok Joie," he whispered in her ear, his warm breath giving her goosebumps. "Get some sleep."

"I feel better now."

"Good" he answered. "Have a cup of tea, wash your face, take the aspirin and get to bed. You'll be ok in the morning."

It took everything in him to turn to leave. "Here's my personal phone number. Call me in the morning."

"I will" she promised taking the number.

"Good night."

"Night George and thank you for taking me and bringing me home."

"You're welcome."

And he was gone. Joie went to the bathroom and didn't recognize the woman in the mirror. Her face was blotchy and her mascara had smudged around her eyes. In the right lighting, she could be a stand-in for Frankenstein.

"Some impression....." she told the reflection. But she did as she was instructed. Washed her face, took 2 aspirin and went to bed.

She wondered why George treated her like a princess especially since she asked Paul to take her home. She decided doing that was exceptionally bad form and swore it would never happen again. She closed her eyes and fell into a fitful sleep.

..........

The first thing Joie Armagh did when she woke up was to take 2 more aspirins. Her head was killing her. She had gotten drunk at John Lennon's house. She still couldn't believe it. Joie added it to 'The List of Things She Must Not Do Ever Again', then called Cynthia to thank her for a wonderful evening. They chatted for a few minutes and promised to try to get together soon. Her next call was to George, but there was no answer. Instead, there was a knock at the door.

There Paul McCartney stood. "ready for work, miss? Your car awaits."

Joie blinked her eyes. "Ah, um, you're taking me?"

"We are going in the same direction at the same time. Do you mind? Besides, George was going to do it but got involved in some phone call and was running late."

"Of course I don't mind. Come on in while I get my coat and my meeting notes. Then I'm ready."

As he opened the car door, Joie looked into his brown eyes.

"Sorry I had to leave last night from John's house. Didn't think you'd be stranded since George was there."

"It was fine," she told him honestly. "I came with George so I should have planned to leave with him. I just saw you were leaving and I was so tired."

"And potted..." he laughed.

"Was it that obvious?" she asked him when he got into the driver's seat.

"No. Not really," was all he said.

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Which Toaster Is Best for Small Kitchens?

When it comes to outfitting a small kitchen, every appliance counts, especially if you're looking for the best kitchen appliances in Pakistan. With limited counter space, choosing the right toaster becomes essential for both functionality and aesthetic appeal. In this article, we’ll explore the factors to consider when selecting a toaster for small kitchens, highlight some of the best options available, and provide tips for maintaining a tidy and efficient kitchen space.

Factors to Consider:

1. Size and Dimensions

The first thing to consider is the size of the toaster. Measure your countertop space to ensure that the toaster you choose fits comfortably. Compact toasters often have a smaller footprint, which can save valuable counter space.

2. Types of Toaster:

There are several types of toasters available:

Pop-Up Toasters: These are the traditional toasters, great for quick toasting. They usually have slots for two or four slices.

Toaster Ovens: More versatile, toaster ovens can bake, broil, and toast. They tend to take up more space but offer additional functionality.

Convection Toasters: These combine toasting and convection baking, offering even cooking and browning.

For small kitchens, pop-up toasters are often the most space-efficient, but if you need more cooking options, a compact toaster oven could be a better choice.

3. Slot Size:

Consider the size of the slots in the toaster. Wider slots can accommodate thicker slices of bread, bagels, and artisan loaves. If you often toast specialty breads, look for a toaster with adjustable slots.

4. Features and Functions:

Modern toasters come with various features. Here are a few to consider:

Multiple Toasting Settings: Look for models with adjustable browning controls to get your toast just right.

Reheat and Defrost Settings: These functions allow for added convenience, letting you toast frozen bread or reheat already toasted slices.

Crumb Tray: A removable crumb tray makes cleaning much easier, which is a crucial factor in maintaining a tidy kitchen.

5. Aesthetic Appeal:

In a small kitchen, appliances often become focal points. Choose a toaster that complements your kitchen decor. Whether you prefer a sleek stainless steel finish or a pop of color, there are plenty of stylish options available at best prices. This ensures you can enhance your kitchen’s look without breaking the bank.

6. Budget:

Toasters come in a wide range of prices. While it might be tempting to go for the cheapest option, investing in a reliable brand can save you money in the long run. Look for quality appliances that offer warranties.

Best brands to consider:

The best brands to consider when choosing a toaster:

Anex

It’s combines sleek design with user-friendly features, making it a perfect addition to any kitchen. With adjustable browning settings and wide slots, it accommodates various bread types effortlessly. Its compact size ensures it fits neatly on your countertop without taking up too much space.

Kenwood

The Kenwood toaster is known for its stylish design and robust performance, making breakfast preparation a breeze. With features like multiple browning settings and extra-wide slots, it easily accommodates different types of bread and pastries. Its removable crumb tray simplifies cleanup, ensuring your kitchen stays tidy. Plus, the durable construction promises long-lasting use, making it a reliable choice for any home.

Philips:

It’s combines sleek design with innovative features, making it a practical choice for any kitchen. With its adjustable browning settings and extra-wide slots, it easily accommodates various bread types. The toaster also includes a removable crumb tray for easy cleanup, ensuring your countertop stays tidy.

Westpoint:

Westpoint is known for its reliability and user-friendly features, making breakfast preparation effortless. With multiple browning settings and extra-wide slots, it accommodates different types of bread and pastries. Its compact design and easy-to-clean crumb tray make it a practical choice for any kitchen, especially considering the small kitchen appliances price in Pakistan that offers great value for your money.

Tips for Maintaining a Small Kitchen:

1. Declutter Regularly

Keep your counters clear by regularly decluttering. Only keep appliances that you use frequently. Store away any items that aren’t essential to your daily cooking routine.

2. Maximize Vertical Space

Consider using shelves or wall-mounted racks to free up counter space. This allows you to store cookbooks, small appliances, and kitchen utensils without cluttering the countertop.

3. Organize with Baskets

Use baskets or bins to organize smaller items. This keeps your kitchen tidy and makes it easier to find what you need without rummaging through drawers.

4. Invest in Multi-Functional Appliances

Whenever possible, choose appliances that serve multiple purposes. A toaster oven that can bake, broil, and toast can replace several appliances, saving space and reducing clutter.

5. Maintain a Clean Kitchen

Regularly clean your toaster and other appliances to avoid buildup and ensure they function optimally. A clean kitchen not only looks better but also creates a more pleasant cooking environment.

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Your Partner in Excellence: Maximizing Your Kenwood Experience with Superior Customer Care

Kenwood has long been synonymous with quality and innovation, and its commitment to customer care is no exception. In this in-depth guide, we'll delve into the world of Kenwood customer service and explore the myriad ways in which it enhances the ownership experience for consumers around the globe.

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Introduction: For decades, Kenwood has been a trusted name in kitchen appliances, car audio systems, and more. However, it's the brand's unwavering dedication to customer care that truly sets it apart. Whether you're a longtime Kenwood enthusiast or a first-time buyer, you can rest assured knowing that you'll receive top-notch support every step of the way.

The Kenwood Advantage:

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24/7 Support: Need assistance outside of regular business hours? No problem. Kenwood offers round-the-clock customer support, ensuring that help is always just a phone call or email away, regardless of the time or day.

Multi-Channel Communication: Whether you prefer to speak with a representative over the phone, correspond via email, or chat online, Kenwood offers multiple channels of communication to suit your needs. Simply choose the option that works best for you and connect with a knowledgeable customer service agent in no time.

Tailored Solutions: At Kenwood, one size does not fit all. The brand understands that each customer is unique, which is why its customer service team takes the time to listen to your specific needs and provide tailored solutions that address your individual concerns.

Continued Support: Kenwood's commitment to customer care doesn't end once you've made a purchase. Whether you're in need of product assistance, warranty support, or simply have a question about your Kenwood device, the brand's customer service team is dedicated to providing continued support throughout the lifespan of your product.

Accessing Kenwood Customer Care: Getting in touch with Kenwood customer care is a breeze. Simply visit the brand's website for contact information, including phone numbers, email addresses, and live chat options. Additionally, Kenwood's customer support portal features a wealth of resources, including troubleshooting guides, product manuals, and warranty information, to help you find the answers you need quickly and easily.

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4800 S Chicago Beach Dr Apt 1102N, Chicago, IL 60615 Incomparable, unobstructed views of the Chicago Skyline and Lake Michigan! The living is easy in this impressive, generously proportioned lakefront condo in Historic Hyde Park/Kenwood. This very spacious two bedrooms, two bath condo has beautiful newer hardwood floor throughout with newer windows. The updated kitchen boasts an abundance of gray custom cabinets, white quartz counters, pantry with pull-outs and stainless steel appliances and also has an opening that seamlessly flows into the dining area offering stunning views. The master suite is complete with a walk-in closet and an additional closet with a private bathroom. Custom window treatments & updated electric. Amenities include an indoor pool, fitness center, bike room, secured door staff, library, large laundry facility, storage, Go Grocer store and more. Perfect condo for a family and only 10 minutes from downtown Chicago and walking distance to Hyde Park's beautiful lakefront, cafes, restaurants, shopping, Metra station, museums and a selection of great schools. ONE INDOOR HEATED VALET PARKING SPACE IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE. All utilities except electric covered in HOA. Click this link to see more about this property https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/4800-S-Chicago-Beach-Dr-Apt-1102N_Chicago_IL_60615_M75397-45120?ex=2967329379 CALL TODAY 708-516-3050

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DD also posted about these...

...and mentioned how to make (if you can't get) oat flour:

To start with: If you have trouble sourcing fine-ground oat flour, but do have access to an electric coffee grinder or spice grinder, you can use that to grind down either flaked (oatmeal-style) oats or pinhead (porridge) oats until you have enough flour to make up 230g/2.5 cups. Please note that blenders are no good for this job; neither are food processors. (Also, a note here for the gluten-intolerant: to make sure you're safe from cross-contamination, please make sure you're sourcing your oats, either rolled or as flour, from a processor that does not also handle wheat in its factory.)

*****

For a long while kitchen fine-grinding duty here used a Braun coffee-mill like this one, which has a fixed cup and blade (i.e. it can't come apart for cleaning).

Despite that cleaning limitation and its small capacity, the Braun has in its time ground coffee, sugar, rice, oats and various spices.

On one occasion the spice was a couple of dried Habanero chillis, which a couple of days later and thanks to inadequate brushing-out of residue, resulted in one of the hottest cups of coffee I've ever tasted.

Lesson learned...

*****

The best thing for milling purposes is an attachment we bought for our Kenwood. It's a "Compact Chopper / Grinder" which includes several lidded jars.

Just the business for herbs, spices, nuts and of course turning grain into flour. As the second photo shows, it comes apart for cleaning, and while I'm not saying that was a main selling point, it was Well Up There. ;->

We carried out some experiments the other day before posting this, testing flaked and pinhead oats first in the standard blender which came with the Kenwood, then in the small grinder.

(Our Magimix / Cuisinart food processor wasn't included; it's a chopper-kneader-slicer-grater, not a grinder, and we already knew from past experience that it wouldn't work with this.)

We confirmed at once what D has put in her recipe: an ordinary blender - which includes free-standing ones - won't work either. It's meant for things that are, or become, liquid and flow down onto the blades.

Neither kind of oats would do this without repeated thumping of the blender jug, and sometimes not even then since (I think) the plastic jug was getting static-sticky. Would a glass jug have worked better? We don't have one, so don't know.

The small grinder, however, was as I said before: just the business.

First with the flaked / rolled oats; about 20-30 seconds was enough.

Then with the pinhead oats; these needed a bit longer, 30-40 seconds, to create equally fine flour.

Of course attachments aren't much use without the Big Machine they attach to, so anyone interested in small-scale flour milling could get an inexpensive coffee-grinder with a removable cup (easy cleaning, yet again).

I've seen variants with two cups, one for grinding hard things like grains and seeds, the other for chopping softer things like fresh herbs.

If one of those had been available Way Back When, we might have got it instead of the little Braun.

That said, TBH I doubt anything "inexpensive" bought nowadays will still be working after 30+ years, as the Braun has done.

And Habanero coffee is still an optional extra... :->

Two kinds: the basic crisp thin oatcake, and a baking-powder raised variant.

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Not exactly a fixer-upper: Unification Seminary in Barrytown up for sale (2018)

Got a spare $20 million on hand? Ready to finally fork over for those 260 acres with nine buildings, gorgeously overlooking the Hudson River and distant Catskill Mountains? For a cool $16,750,000, down from the original asking price of $17,995,000, you can have the former Massena estate in Barrytown, originally owned by the illustrious Livingston family, later bought by John D. Rockefeller so he could build a monastery for the Christian Brothers there, and still later sold to the Unification Church, then led by the Rev. Sun Myung Moon, so he could start a Theological Seminary for his huge enterprise in the 1970s. That’s who is selling it now.

And an extra $2 million could go a long way towards making it into whatever one wanted.

“We have to find someone wealthy. We’re thinking in terms of museums, wellness centers, schools,” said Victoria Fischer of the property, being one of two brokers at Marcus & Milchap in Westchester County handling its sale since late Spring. “The place is in great shape; they’re still using the building.”

Fisher spoke about other large properties in the general neighborhood. Edgewater is a storied estate overlooking the Hudson that’s regained its old glory in recent years, after being owned for a spell by a much-younger Gore Vidal. Rokeby, also known as La Bergerie, is the former Astor estate a little to the south, run by the Aldrich family for years as a shared creative bastion where, among other things, New York City’s annual Halloween parade through Greenwich Village gets plotted out each summer and fall. Sylvania, smaller than the rest, remains in a storied family whose name shall go unmentioned; George and Susan Quasha maintain their long-running Station Hill compound for publishing and other artistic endeavors in what could be construed as “downtown” Barrytown (a crossroads of buildings, as it were).

“I’m not one to look behind I know that times must change/ But over there in Barrytown they do things very strange,” sang Steely Dan in their song “Barrytown,” off their 1974 album Pretzel Logic.

“The Banks are lined with elegant villas — thought it was the consummation of Earthly Bliss to live in one of those palaces, on such a Noble River, under such a Government,” wrote a young poet named Davidson in the early 19th century, who later grew Edgewater into a grand mansion while some of the old money was running from the area once a railroad was put in right up the banks of the Hudson, breaking their fabled views (and quiet).

When asked about the Unification Seminary’s largest neighbor, Bard College in nearby Annandale-on-Hudson — which recently bought the historic Montgomery Place estate just to the north of what was once Massena, to be used for events and environmental studies programs, among other things — Fisher said her company has reached out to the college. She added that they said they “were not interested at this point.”

What the realtors have been getting to date, she added, were “nibbles and bites, basically from people who want to make sure they have the money to do what they want.”

She mentioned the recent sale of a large convent, formerly the Kenwood Academy and Doane Stuart School in Albany, that sold to developers looking to create condominiums (Doane Stuart moved to a new location within the past decade). What she didn’t mention was that sale ended up one third under its original asking price.

In Barrytown, meanwhile, the Unification Church property includes a 120,000 square foot main building, shaped like an “H” with an updated “upper” half and older, mid-century-style dorms on the lower half. Ancillary buildings add up to another 150,000 square feet. There’s a chapel, library, dining halls, kitchens. There are offices, classrooms, guest rooms, an infirmary, a two-story gym, a 400-seat auditorium, and a 100-seat lecture hall.

“The Unification people feel as if they’re cutting off their left arm, selling the seminary,” Fisher added. They want to keep it but already have a lot of expensive real estate in midtown Manhattan.”

The Unification Church was founded by Rev. Moon in South Korea in the 1950s, following the Korean Conflict. It began spreading in the United States throughout the 1960s, after which Moon moved stateside in 1971. The Barrytown property was bought in 1974, and eventually the church and Rev. Moon bought numerous other properties, including the old New Yorker Hotel on 34th Street in Manhattan. They founded the conservative Washington Times, started matching couples and marrying couples from his followers in mass ceremonies at Madison Square Garden and other arena venues, and Dr. Moon was jailed for tax evasion for several years. He died in 2012.

Back in 1994, when the 25th anniversary of the Woodstock Festival took place in Saugerties, a number of key acts staying on the east side of the Hudson, including Bob Dylan, were flown by helicopter to the Winston Farm concert grounds from a landing area at the seminary.

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ESG Investing in the Kitchenware Industry: Opportunities and Challenges

Stakeholders are leveraging innovation in pursuit of enhancing life at home as kitchenware industry players emphasize agility and resilience. Social and environmental sustainability have created value with companies envisaging investment in home appliances to broaden ESG commitments. A sustainable future could redefine ESG goals, including reducing emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, prioritizing diversity and doing away with single-use packaging. ESG management has become instrumental in ensuring efficient progress with an emphasis on quality improvement, ecological environment, employee welfare system, occupational health & safety, business ethics and protection of customers’ rights and interests. 

Prominent players are well-positioned to assess and address risks, opportunities and impacts in the kitchenware landscape and navigate the robustly evolving space of ESG frameworks. Notably, the global push for sustainable development goals (SDGs) could propel the sustainability quotient to enhance business operations and benefit customers, communities, suppliers and employees. The adoption of ESG factors will provide a slew of upsides, including increased job satisfaction, reduced safety-related cases, and a productive workforce.  

Key Companies in this theme

    • Boffi

    • Scavolini S.p.a

    • Tupperware

    • Viners

    • Chasseur

    • Kenwood Limited

    • TTK Prestige Ltd.

    • Miele

    • Whirlpool Corp.

    • Kitchenaid

Environmental Perspective

Climate strategies and roadmaps for greenhouse gas emission reduction have come to the horizon as companies seek to contribute to global efforts to propel sustainability. Carbon efficiency has received uptake with companies bolstering their strategies and measures. For instance, in June 2022, Dollarama established its first Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity reduction target. The company has set the 2030 target with strategies, including minimizing dependence on fossil fuels, enhancing the energy efficiency of stores and augmenting use of clean energy and renewable sources. An emphasis on the environment will not only have a positive influence on returns but also negate the risk to investments. Prominently, Whirlpool has placed science-based targets for greenhouse gas reductions and sustainability goals. 

Kitchen companies are foraying into innovation and technology to address key issues and challenges. Whirlpool created a sustainable product playbook in 2021 with chapters on sustainable packaging and recycled plastic content. The company has exhibited an increased inclination for the reduction of GHG emissions and addressing plastic pollution—it alludes to using 8% recycled plastic in dishwashers. The American home appliance company set a compelling target to use an average 18% recycled plastic content by 2025 in the EMEA region. In 2021, while it showcased the technical feasibility to use recycled PP in home appliance applications, it also suggested that 28% of its manufacturing sites garnered higher Environmental Pillar scores. During the same period, 90% of sites received Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWtL) Gold or Platinum status and the multinational manufacturer attained GHG emissions scopes 1 & 2 Intensity and Water Intensity. Robust implementation of bullish initiatives and emphasis on renewables could act as a catalyst and offer sustainable upsides to kitchenware suppliers and manufacturers. 

Social Perspective

Creating and maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards racial marginalization and recognizing the values of an inclusive workplace have provided avenues of growth. A diverse workforce with an emphasis on female representation, black and underrepresented minorities and goodwill in local communities has remained a vital cog to foster the ESG profile. Tupperware injected funds into mental health facilities and leapfrogged towards attaining global certification for gender equity in practices, pay equity, representation, skill-based hiring and inclusiveness. In 2021, women accounted for 68% of all new hires and 58% of the global workforce in Tupperware. Moreover, the U.S.-based company launched a workplace engagement survey, bolstered its internal communications and standardized bonus programs. The product manufacturer held talent assessments of managers and rolled out an e-learning platform, providing over 16,000 courses. The company asserts around 60% of Associates viewed more than 360 hours of content from courses, learning paths and videos. 

Companies have also furthered their investments in training & development and employee welfare schemes. A prudent ESG strategy would potentially focus on products that can be accessible for underprivileged groups, including pregnant women, the elderly and children. LG has introduced braille stickers to help the visually impaired to use the function buttons. Besides, the South Korea-based company has created a safe working environment to provide an independent safety culture, boost employee satisfaction and offer a sustainable workplace. In an effort to propel diversity, LG aims to augment the ratio of female employees in Korea to 20% by 2030. Additionally, the company has operated childcare and breastfeeding facilities across 10 business sites in Korea, indicating a bullish approach toward ESG performance. 

Is your business one of participants to the Global Kitchenware Industry? Contact us for focused consultation around ESG Investing, and help you build sustainable business practices.

Governance Perspective

Responsibilities for ESG-related opportunities and challenges reside with the Board of Directors. Well-established brands and emerging companies have come to the fore to create value through sound governance and the highest standards of legal & ethical conduct. Governance targets pertaining to the diversity of the Board of Directors strengthen the company profile in the global landscape. Some of the facets, such as internal audit, risk management, ethics & compliance have witnessed pronounced attention. In essence, the Board of Directors at Tupperware comprised 45% women as of December 2021. Meanwhile, Dollarama had over 30% female representation on its BoD in 2021. Besides, Tupperware formed a bullish roadmap for enterprise risk assessment in 2021 and hired a new Director of Compliance to underscore compliance department leadership. The company aims to use ESG metrics in employee performance and compensation goals by 2030. 

In a bid to underpin shareholder value over the long term, industry players have prioritized a smooth corporate governance structure. Board of directors tend to focus on ESG issues, including employee safety, climate, cybersecurity, human capital management, financial, marketing and inclusion & diversity. In doing so, companies have also vouched for the independence of the BoD to bolster the ethos of the decision-making right and explore new avenues of growth engines to boost corporate growth. To illustrate, the ESG committee at LG Electronics comprised four independent directors to supervise risk response pertaining to ESG and explore sustainable and long-term growth. 

The competitive landscape has witnessed a paradigm shift as organizations vie to achieve the company’s vision of customer satisfaction and underpin ESG frameworks. With companies emphasizing environmentally friendly and solution-oriented kitchen products, boosting ESG goals could nurture a sustainable future. The global kitchenware market is poised to register around 5% CAGR through 2025, largely due to the influx of funds into sustainable products and solutions. 

About Astra – ESG Solutions By Grand View Research

Astra is the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) arm of Grand View Research Inc. – a global market research publishing & management consulting firm.

Astra offers comprehensive ESG thematic assessment & scores across diverse impact & socially responsible investment topics, including both public and private companies along with intuitive dashboards. Our ESG solutions are powered by robust fundamental & alternative information. Astra specializes in consulting services that equip corporates and the investment community with the in-depth ESG research and actionable insight they need to support their bottom lines and their values. We have supported our clients across diverse ESG consulting projects & advisory services, including climate strategies & assessment, ESG benchmarking, stakeholder engagement programs, active ownership, developing ESG investment strategies, ESG data services, build corporate sustainability reports. Astra team includes a pool of industry experts and ESG enthusiasts who possess extensive end-end ESG research and consulting experience at a global level.

For more ESG Thematic reports, please visit Astra ESG Solutions, powered by Grand View Research

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Kenwood Stand Mixer Kitchen Machine Multione 1000W with 4.3L Stainless Steel Bowl, K-Beater, Whisk, Dough Hook, Glass Blender, Food Processor, Meat Grinder, Juicer, Citrus Juicer KHH326WH White

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