Tis’ the season to invite friends and family into your home for fabulous food and great conversation. But why does it always seem that your guests end up mingling in the kitchen?
The kitchen is truly the “Heart of the home” because that part of the house signifies warmth and comfort. The aroma of something cooking in the oven or on the stove lures them in and the fact that there is countertop space to sit drinks and plates down while conversing makes the kitchen a stress-free zone for your guests. From my experience and after speaking with other homeowners, I think it just needs to be accepted that people will always congregate in the kitchen. Therefore, this offers up another reason to place emphasis on your kitchen design. Let that comfort and warmth shine through from your cabinetry to your countertops and think about all the amazing Holiday memories you will have there.
Sweet Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
1 Pork Tenderloin
4 slices of bacon
1/2 cup of Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup of brown sugar
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of chopped garlic
Directions: Cut pork tenderloin into medallions and marinate in sauce,sugar, olive oil, and garlic for up to 4-6 hours in a sealed container and place in refrigerator. When ready to cook, preheat oven toe 375F. Take the 4 slices of bacon and cut in half. Wrap each slice around each pork tenderloin and place on aluminum foil on top of cookie sheet. Cook for 20-25 minutes and serve immediately after.
Cranberry Almond Asparagus
Ingredients
Bushel of Asparagus
1/2 cup of dried cranberries
1/2 cup of Almonds
3 tablespoons of olive Oil
1 teaspoon of salt
Directions: Place asparagus sticks in dish and coat with Olive oil. Top with cranberries and almonds and sprinkle salt on top. Cook 10-15 minutes or until tender.
Poached Pears in Orange Glaze sauce with Cinnamon Cream
Ingredients
3 large pears
1 cup of orange juice
1/2 cup of brown sugar packed
1 tablespoon of butter
1 teaspoon of cinnamon
Directions: Cut pears into slices and simmer in sauce pan with other ingredients for 15-20 minutes until tender.
Ingredients for Cinnamon Whipped Cream
1 carton of whipping cream
3 packets of Splenda
1 teaspoon of Vanilla
2 teaspoons of cinnamon.
Directions: Beat with mixer until cream is thick. Serve on top of pears immediately.
Happy Holidays from Premier Surfaces and ENJOY!
choices are endless, but the granite industry has taken it a step even further by offering unique surface finishes to this large selection of natural stone. These finishes will change the color and texture giving the granite more of a raw look. It is very similar to finished furniture versus unfinished furniture and has become a very popular choice for homeowners who are looking for a more unique look and feel to their kitchen or bath project. There are many techniques to changing the look of a particular granite color. The two most popular are honed and leathered finishes.
With the new year almost upon us, new and exciting designs are rapidly appearing in the kitchen and bath scene. So, with all of these new trends surfacing, how do you know which ideas are right for you?
9. Don’t be afraid of color – embrace it! Purples, oranges and greens are HOT – be sure to pick shades with grey undertones to ensure the right balance. Choosing the correct paint is an important element in any design – we suggest that you test the paint and let it dry before painting the entire space.
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Warm up your kitchen by adding a hardwood countertop. There’s something about the beauty of hardwood that is both captivating and romantic. The natural graining of the wood tells a story of life. Warm and smooth to the touch, wood countertops are the perfect choice for kitchens or baths.
tops are easy to maintain and durable – they are stain resistant, scratch resistant, heat resistant, food safe and waterproofed. Craft Art offers a wide variety of species, including Wenge, Lyptus, Bamboo, Sapele Mahogany, Maple, Teak, American Cherry, Hickory and the most popular choice – Black Walnut. All the wood is hand selected and matched to highlight 
grain, color and texture.
Whether your style is contemporary, traditional, rustic, or transitional – Craft Art wood will deliver a timeless and sought-after design to any project. If you’re looking for a GREEN countertop option, chooose from either reclaimed wood, Bamboo, or Lyptus – they are LEED Certified countertops. With a lifetime warranty on these tops, you just can’t go wrong. Craft Art wood countertops are a new generation of wood countertops for today’s modern kitchen.
Imagine a room filled with old and new. A splendid combination of warm, rich, and lush wood tones, and the shiny, vibrant colors of natural stone. Throw in some sleek metal and glass accents… and you’ve got a showstopper. As you look around, your senses are heightened as you take in the beauty of the individual elements working together to create a true work of art. They are not competing with each other, but contrasting and complimenting the unique beauty of each surface. You’re witnessing a combination of rustic meets contemporary meets traditional meets french country meets… well, you get it. You’re witnessing the hottest design trend, an exceptional blend of all styles to create a TRANSITIONAL design.
Transitional design elements are borrowed from the other more well-known designs and combined to create truly stunning projects. In a transitional kitchen you may find bits of traditional, rustic, old world and contemporary design elements. It’s a wonderful example of how combining 
contrasting elements can really enhance the overall design. The cool stainless steel compliments the warmth and beauty of the wood cabinets. The beautiful and elegant marble countertops are even more impactful when combined with the Distressed Black Walnut wooden raised bar. Custom shapes add even more character…
A great way to add style and character to any room is with stainless countertops! The durable and sanitary surfaces gives any room a huge shot of energy and excitement! With lots of great options, such as integrated sinks and custom shapes – Stainless Steel promises to be an essential part of a new generation of countertops for your busy and active lifestyle.