Warming drawers are making a comeback, finding their way into kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor spaces. Whether integrated as the lower drawer of your range or as standalone units, these versatile appliances can do more than just keep dinner warm, particularly during the holiday season.
Equipped with humidity controls, many warming drawers double as proofing drawers. Their compact size enables them to warm up quickly, compared to full-sized ovens, providing an ideal setting for your rolls to rise perfectly before being baked for dinner.
Placing warming drawers on a kitchen island is a convenient way to keep food warm and ready for serving. They can also be installed in pantries and used to warm plates. For those with built-in coffee systems, a smaller warming drawer beneath the coffee maker ensures that your coffee and espresso cups are warm, and your coffee stays hotter longer.
Wolf, Miele, Monogram, and JennAir have introduced innovative features that enhance the versatility of these drawers. Some models are designed for both indoor and outdoor use and include racks for additional capacity (think easy entertaining). Others have added towel warming functions making them adaptable for installation in bathrooms, cabanas, or pool areas. Other units offer higher temperature settings suitable for slow cooking, perfect for achieving the ideal brisket. (Remember to use appropriate containers for food and avoid direct placement on the drawer's floor.)
Most gourmet warming drawers feature auto-off or Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to warm towels, food, or plates shortly before use. This feature is particularly useful for preventing potential fire hazards by avoiding extended periods of operation.
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Think about how you might want to use a warming drawer. Busy schedules that keep the family from having dinner together; Sunday suppers and slow-cooked roasts; or even pampering yourself with a warm robe or towel after a dip in the hot tub in January. The next time you’re in one of our showrooms, take a minute to explore the variety of warming drawers on display.