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My New Kitchen + A Video!

April 21, 2016 by hipfoodiemom 28 Comments

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My New Kitchen + A Video!

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here's a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here’s a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

When we were house hunting before the move here to Madison, the kitchen was the first thing I looked at. Of course I wanted an open floor plan and a big, spacious house but I was all about finding my dream kitchen. When we were walking through the house we are currently living in and own, I did not fall in love with this house. My kids did because of the back yard and the big play structure thing, complete with swings, a slide and a little fort house thing. My husband loved the neighborhood and price.

I was out voted.

(old kitchen)

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I liked the house but if I’m being completely honest, I never liked the kitchen. The kitchen is the heart of our home and I spend like 75% of my time here. Maybe more when I have deadlines.

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So, after 2 1/2 years of being in this house, my husband and I decided to remodel the kitchen. This was not a full, complete renovation. I did not get the white cabinets I wanted but I got my island, my quartz countertop throughout, a new back splash and all new appliances.

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here's a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

I am happy and very thankful.

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here's a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here's a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

I feel like this really is my home now and I am so happy with the new kitchen and can’t wait to entertain this summer! I’m planning on hosting a DIY sushi party, Korean food night and maybe even a tapas night!

My New Kitchen + A Video! Here's a full, in-depth look at my new kitchen, complete with links to find all of the major appliances, which quartz countertop I got, my pendant lighting and more!

You all know how much I love KitchenAid. I never ever ever thought I would have a double oven. I have one now and I’ve been using it (both ovens) 3-4 times a week! Granted, I am a food blogger but I know when entertaining and for the holidays, these ovens would get great use in any household!

My new refrigerator, dishwasher, hood, cook top and double oven all match!

Because I love it so much I didn’t think photos would do my new kitchen justice. So, here’s a look into my new kitchen!  All product information is down below! And if you’re in the Madison area, I highly recommend Dream Kitchens, Madison Lighting, Kohler, and Shergenians! Please leave any questions in the comments section down below.

It’s simple and functional and I love it!

A huge thank you to KitchenAid, Dream Kitchens, Madison Lighting, Kohler, and Shergenians here in Madison. We could not have done this without you all.

    • Design and remodel done by Dream Kitchens
    • Quartz Countertop; made by Vicostone. Color: Bianco Romano
    • New custom made cabinets on the island; color: chateau (from Dream Kitchens)
    • Whitehaven cast iron apron sink from Kohler (with DuoStrainer)
    • Sensate Touchless faucet from Kohler
    • Hudson Valley “Haverhill” Pendant Lighting from Madison Lighting
    • White subway tile back splash installed by Shergenians (they also do floor coverings and more!)
    • All major appliances from KitchenAid:
    • 30″ Double Wall Oven in stainless steel
    • 26.8 cu. ft. 36-Inch Width Standard Depth French Door Refrigerator with Exterior Ice and Water Platinum Interior

Four words here: Preserva® Food Care System by KitchenAid. Click on the link to learn more. This is why my produce stays so nice and fresh!

    • 44 dBA Dishwasher with Dynamic Wash Arms in stainless steel

Dynamic Arms, you might ask? This dishwasher has nine arms that directly spray water everywhere in the dishwasher, including hard to reach places.

  • 36” Wall-Mount 3-Speed Canopy Hood in stainless steel
  • 36″ 5-Burner Gas Cooktop with Griddle in stainless steel

There’s so much to say about each major appliance, why I chose what I did and specific product benefits for each. I will be doing more in-depth posts on each one coming up this summer and later in the fall!

Thank you so much! Love, Hip Foodie Family

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  1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

    April 21, 2016 at 6:17 am

    Gorgeous kitchen, Alice! Congrats again! I bet you’re loving it!

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    • hipfoodiemom

      April 21, 2016 at 7:13 am

      Thank you, Gayle!!! Yes, we love it!

      Reply
  2. Jolena @TheRubyKitchen

    April 21, 2016 at 6:34 am

    Wow it turned out gorgeous! I love the big island especially!

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    • hipfoodiemom

      April 21, 2016 at 7:13 am

      Yes, that’s my fave thing too! So much more counter top space!!! 🙂

      Reply
  3. annie@ciaochowbambina

    April 21, 2016 at 8:57 am

    I’ve enjoyed the anticipation of your big reveal and boy does this kitchen deliver! You must be so happy, Alice! The kitchen is the heart of the home and your ‘heart’ is reflected in this gorgeous new space! Happy cooking and entertaining, my friend!!

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    • hipfoodiemom

      April 21, 2016 at 9:17 am

      Thank you so much, dear Annie!!!! xoxoxo!!!

      Reply
  4. Jen | Baked by an Introvert

    April 21, 2016 at 9:30 am

    Your kitchen turned out so great, Alice! I just know you are enjoying it! And that sink, girl. I want one!!!

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    • hipfoodiemom

      April 21, 2016 at 9:37 am

      Thank you so much, Jen!!!!!

      Reply
  5. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food

    April 21, 2016 at 9:43 am

    Absolutely GORGEOUS! Love it, girl. I’m sure there will be a lot more yummy recipe created in there 🙂

    Reply
  6. Ami@NaiveCookCooks

    April 21, 2016 at 11:28 am

    You have such a gorgeous kitchen girl!! Love everything about it!!

    Reply
  7. Luci's Morsels

    April 21, 2016 at 1:22 pm

    It looks so great, Alice! I love the island and the new fancy appliances. My mom loves her double ovens, so they’ve been on my dream list for a while! I look at the kitchen and the closet in new homes. Those are my little oases, so I want to love them. So glad you guys now have a house everyone loves!

    Luci’s Morsels :: fashion. food. frivolity. Follow Along on Instagram – @lucismorsels

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  8. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan

    April 21, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    GORGEOUS, GORGEOUS, GORGEOUS Kitchen Alice! So happy for ya and cannot wait to see more videos of you in your new kitchen!

    Reply
  9. Shari Nielsen

    April 21, 2016 at 9:55 pm

    I too would prefer white cabinets, -which I don’t have……yet and I love that you chose quartz countertops which is so much better than quartz in my opinion. One of these days I will have quartz too!

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    • Shari Nielsen

      April 21, 2016 at 9:57 pm

      Sorry, I meant quartz is so much better than granite in my opinion. : )

      Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      April 21, 2016 at 10:42 pm

      Hi Shari, I LOVE the quartz!!!!! I highly recommend it!!!

      Reply
  10. Manali@CookWithManali

    April 21, 2016 at 10:18 pm

    your new kitchen is beautiful Alice! congrats 🙂

    Reply
  11. Mir

    April 22, 2016 at 5:21 am

    I’m very happy for you and quite jealous. My current kitchen is not nearly as nice as your original kitchen thanks to a bad floor plan, so I’ll never have that wide open space unless we knock out the core of the house. So I guess I’ll just have to salivate over yours!

    Reply
  12. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    April 22, 2016 at 5:53 am

    I have serious kitchen envy over here! it is beautiful and so bright and fresh.

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  13. Liz @ Floating Kitchen

    April 23, 2016 at 9:20 am

    Oh it looks lovely, Alice! Hooray! Even before I was a “professional food blogger”, I always spent the most time in the kitchen and always viewed it as the most important room in the house. I’m painting and getting a new backsplash in my kitchen this May and I’m pretty excited!

    Reply
  14. Linda

    April 25, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    Hi! I stumbled on your blog after on saw your segment of the today show! What a beautiful kitchen! Do mind me asking where you got the two tiered fruit basket in the background?

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    • hipfoodiemom

      April 25, 2016 at 11:19 pm

      Hi Linda! I got it at Sur La Table! recently too! 🙂 and thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Linda

        April 26, 2016 at 8:00 am

        Aw thanks! Love the simplicity of it

        Reply
  15. Kelly

    April 26, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    Your kitchen is SO gorgeous, Alice! So glad you are happy with all the changes 🙂 I loved the before and the after is even more stunning!! 🙂

    Reply
  16. Amy @BellyFull

    April 27, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Looks amazing! And I am so jealous of that double oven!!

    Reply
  17. Ben C

    May 4, 2016 at 12:50 pm

    Your kitchen looks amazing! The Kitchen aid double oven is a dream oven! I can’t wait to get out of my apartment and own a house with a massive kitchen!

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      May 4, 2016 at 3:05 pm

      Thank you so much!!

      Reply
  18. My Inner Chick

    May 5, 2016 at 6:49 am

    OOO, I adore your new kitchen
    You must LOVE cooking/baking there!
    Such a lovely space, Alice. x

    Reply
    • hipfoodiemom

      May 5, 2016 at 7:01 am

      Thank you so much!!!!! xoxoxo

      Reply

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