Do you wish your kitchen was as sleek and connected as your car? Samsung’s new Chef Collection does! These stylish kitchen appliances incorporate both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
Samsung Chef Collection: A Connected Kitchen
We are connected virtually all the time. Our cars, smart phones, and even our televisions know us almost as well as our relatives. Why should the kitchen be any different? It’s the center of our mornings and evenings. It’s where everyone gathers at a party.
When I was invited to check out Samsung’s new Chef Collection appliances, I didn’t know what to think. I mean… how exciting could appliances be? I was told there’d be a cooking demo from Chef Christopher Kostow and wine – that was enough for me! However, I learned was so much more.
Candice Kumai and Chef Christopher Kostow
What I learned at the demo is that appliances are truly fascinating… and beautiful! I’m always drawn to a sleek matte black/lead-ish look in jewelry (that’s actually what Vegas’ wedding ring is). Who knew you can get that in an appliance? All 10 of Samsung’s new appliances come in a matte black stainless steel. Soft brushed metal and stainless steel finishes are also available. They’re all panel-ready, so you can adapt to new trends or preferences.
Technology is the true draw to these for me. Samsung’s SVP of Home Appliances, John Herrington, and wellness expert Candice Kumai walked us through the line of kitchen appliances that are designed to simplify and streamline life. Essentially, they work for you.
How many times have you left the house and wondered “did I turn off the oven?” Last week I left the gas burner on for god knows how long (shhhh… don’t tell Vegas).
By making these appliances Wi-Fi- enabled, that problem is eliminated with the Chef Collection. You can even pre-heat the oven or turn on the dishwasher remotely! It’s just a button on your smart phone.
Candice Kumai knows my pain – she had to leave a yoga class for an oven she left on!
We entertain a lot, so I was really interested in the flexibility of the design. For example, Samsung has designed the industry’s “first-ever 42” Built in Refrigerator in a 4-Door Flex configuration, with a convenient FlexZone™ compartment that can easily go from fridge to freezer at the touch of a button.” Fridge to freezer is great, but I wanted to know if it could be adjusted for use as wine fridge. It can. Sold.
Another fun feature is the double oven. This beast would be a lifesaver during the holidays. It incorporates Steam Cook technology (helloooooo cheesecake perfection!) and Flex Duo™ design in which a Smart Divider splits the bottom oven in half, creating three independent ovens. How is that even possible?!
My dream fridge
Chef Demo: Christopher Kostow
Let’s talk about the chef-factor though. I mentioned earlier that Chris Kostow was on hand with a food demo. Anyone know who he is? He’s the chef at The Restaurant at Meadowood in St. Helena, CA (in America’s wine country), and the third youngest chef to ever receive three Michelin stars. THREE. I’ve already begged Vegas to take me there next time we go wine-trekking.
Anyway, Chef Kostow is important to this story for two reasons:
- He helped inform the design of these smart appliances, giving Samsung feedback on a chef’s dream kitchen, and
- He fed us some serious deliciousness.
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The tomato tartine was simple, but delicious. There’s just something special about bread, soft butter, and a little salt & pepper with a fresh heirloom tomato. The morels, well… I don’t think I need to tell you how amazing that was. Morels are one of my favorite mushrooms. I’ve never thought to stuff them though; typically I’ll just sauté them in butter and herbs. I can’t wait to borrow this idea!
I got to chat with Chris for a bit after the demo. He’s an incredibly nice guy, and genuinely excited about this new kitchen technology. I’m looking forward checking out Meadowood and his new spot, The Charter Oak.
Those morels tho…
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If only they could invent a dishwasher that would load itself…
How old are your kitchen appliances? I’m embarrassed to say…
What would you like a smart appliance to do for you?
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Samsung. The opinions and text are all mine.
Double ovens are life with 3 teenage boys and a hungry hubby — seriously, do you know how hard it is to cook multiple pizzas at once and keep the crust crisp. And that you can make this 2nd oven, split into 2 heat zones — I’m dumbfounded! Did they let you take one home 😉
You blew my mind at the 3 teenage boys part. I can barely keep up with Vegas and myself!
OMG how do I not have this? Love how technology in our kitchen has evolved! Game changer indeed bro!
It’s 100% my dream kitchen. One day… I’m just happy to have a dishwasher in our new place.
My appliances are all older than my sister. My oven, dishwasher and microwave do not work…..my kitchen is in bad shape lets say. I need my smart appliances to cook, and serve me food so I don’t have to leave the couch after a long day of work.
I’m in the same boat. Thankfully, we’re moving in 2 weeks. I’m so pumped to have a dishwasher and a ice maker!
I LOVE that 4 door flex fridge. We had purchased it, then got home and realized that it was too tall for our kitchen. Totally bummer.
That’s sucks!!! I think I would have cried.
Wow, I’m swooning over that fridge! I love both sleek designs and more rustic in kitchens, but I prefer all the appliances to be pretty swanky (if possible). What a neat opportunity that you had–and I love the green dress of the host–(random, but it caught my eye)
I’m all about that swank with it comes to anything appliance/electronic. Love that you noticed her dress – I was eying it during the whole presentation!
Well the best smart application would fill your fridge with all your favorite foods for you!
True story! This one will take a pic and send it to you, so you can see if you need milk (or whatever) while your at the store.
I think I got a sneak peek at this event on your Instagram page and was seriously blown away. I want all the smart products they have. I want a house of the future that talks to me, adjusts the temperature and makes sure my doors are always locked. lol
ME TOO! I’m sure I’d still forget things, but at least I could control it from my phone.
I swear the day I got hair straighteners that automatically switched off after an hour was the day I finally relaxed. I was always worried I had left them plugged in!
This looked likea fun event! I love seeing where tech is going next!
Vegas asks me about my straightener EVERY TIME we leave the house. I need to get one with auto shut off!
Technology is such a blessing. I’ve been reading a book slowly called ’12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You’ and it’s really been re-orienting my perspective on how our technology can be a blessing and a curse depending on how we use it. And this technology definitely sounds like a really practical blessing!
My phone and my laptop is totally a blessing and a curse! Every time something I need crashes I think about how technology can cripple us too.
Um, I need a kitchen upgrade. There is one cabinet that’s kind of melted in front from where the former owner caught something on fire…I actually bought a new fridge last summer and am still in the honeymoon phase—it’s so sleek and spacious! I still say a little prayer every time I use my dishwasher, though.
Melted?! LOL! That’s crazy. We don’t even have a dishwasher in this house… counting down the day until we move!
I am obsessed with the black stainless steel! I wish I had a double oven that cooked more evenly. And I wish I had some type of thermometer that told me when my meat was done. I know they make these, but it would just be nice if it was part of your appliance.
I am too! Black is my favorite color for anything, really.
I think this oven had something similar – it was a meat thermometer attachment that you could plug in to get the temp.
Such cool kitchen technology!! My parents are doing major renovations on their kitchen right now – they’re extending the house to make a bigger kitchen! – so I’ve been talking a lot about kitchen tech, styles & colors with my mom. That oven tech that divides the oven into multiple ovens is pretty sweet! Just the other night I was cooking 2 things that needed 2 oven temps, and wishing I had multiple ovens… but with that oven, you wouldn’t even need it.
My mom always had a double oven. I still think of it fondly. It was a life saver at the holidays!
I’m salivating over the day we get to build our own house. It will be tricked out!
Our microwave is nearing 20 but we’ve had to replace everything else. Word to the wise all: DO NOT BUY A FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATE WITH ICE IN THE DOOR. Won’t mention the name brand but the ice machine never works (four service calls at this point). Maybe the smart appliances have figured this out……. Looked like a fun event!
I’ve never heard good things about those fridges. Our new place has a fridge with just the water filter – the ice maker is seperate. I’m especially grateful after your comment!