About KitchenAid®
It started as a way to make large quantities of bread dough for the military during World War I. The company became an icon of classic design, showcased in museum exhibits in the United States and Europe. And its name came from one early user, who proclaimed, "I don't care what you call it, it's the best kitchen aid I've ever had."
Virtually synonymous with versatility, reliability, and durability, KitchenAid built its reputation on its classic stand mixer and has leveraged that success and expertise to create food processors, coffeemakers, and a range of accessories that convert that powerhouse mixer into a vegetable slicer, meat grinder, sausage stuffer, and pasta maker.
This diverse product offering grew out of one man's efforts to make a labor-saving device for mixing bread dough. It was 1908 when Herbert Johnson, an engineer, presided over the development of an 80-quart mixer. After World War I ended, the Ohio-based Hobart Manufacturing Co. began producing the first in a long series of non-commercial stand mixers that featured "planetary action."
The KitchenAid mixer became wildly popular during the 1920s and 1930s. Like most housewares at the time, the mixers were sold either door-to-door or through a KitchenAid party at which a salesperson demonstrated the appliance's functions by using it to prepare a meal for the guests, who were then encouraged to order a KitchenAid mixer. During this time several attachments were developed for use in mixing a variety of foods, and the KitchenAid name was also given to an electric coffee mill introduced by Hobart.
In 1924 Hobart's Troy Metals subsidiary was renamed the KitchenAid Manufacturing Company, and its headquarters established in Dayton, Ohio. In February 1986 KitchenAid was acquired by the Whirlpool® Corporation.
KitchenAid products are manufactured in Ohio, South Carolina, Mississippi, Indiana, Arkansas, Ontario, and Quebec, and its appliances are distributed throughout North America. Regarding today's consumer as more sophisticated and concerned about quality, KitchenAid also opened a design center in St. Joseph, Michigan, to improve product design through market research.
KitchenAid has spent nearly a century creating innovative products for the well-equipped kitchen. From commercial grade cooktops and wine cellars to stand mixers and an impressive assortment of cookware, bakeware, and accessories, KitchenAid offers virtually every culinary essential you could need.
About KitchenAid® Products
Stand Mixers and Accessories
Superior craftsmanship, timeless style, and incredible versatility have made KitchenAid stand mixers a fixture in chefs' and cooks' home alike, for generations. Members of the International Association for Culinary Professionals choose the KitchenAid stand mixer for their homes more than any other brand.
A wide selection of accessories can turn your KitchenAid stand mixer into an essential culinary tool. By easily removing the hub and replacing it with one of the accessories, you can grind sausage, roll and cut fresh pasta, puree juices, and even turn your KitchenAid stand mixer into an ice cream maker.
Hand Mixers
All KitchenAid hand mixers feature powerful yet lightweight motors, comfort-designed handles and non-tip heel rests to help you achieve the most professional results.
"KitchenAid was the total package: powerful, quiet, controlled and compact. It was a pleasure to use." Cook's Illustrated, September/October 2004
Coffee Makers and Grinders
Every KitchenAid coffee maker boasts distinctive styling, outstanding performance, and advanced features that ensure rich, flavorful coffee every time.
Flat-filter basket creates a uniform bed of coffee to promote outstanding flavor. Showerhead water dispersion saturates grounds for an even extraction of coffee oils. "Time Since Brew" display shows coffee freshness at a glance.
KitchenAid coffee grinders feature inspired design, unmatched durability, and exceptional performance. Simple controls make grinders easy to use. Selectable grind size lets you choose the right consistency for your preferred brewing method.
Waffle Makers
The specially designed double-sided baking unit in the KitchenAid Pro Line® Double Waffle Baker rotates to allow the batter to coat both upper and lower waffle plates, producing two golden Grand Belgian waffles.
Toasters and Toaster Ovens
KitchenAid offers a selection of 2- and 4-slice toasters that feature elegant, space-saving designs and bold designer colors. Extra-wide, extra-long toasting slots easily accommodate the thickest bagels, specialty breads and toaster pastries. Simple rotary shade dial allows you to set the toasting level to your specifications. Full-width stainless steel crumb tray removes easily and is dishwasher-safe.
Slow Cookers
The most powerful premium slow cooker on the market also delivers a host of innovative features that help you achieve mouthwatering results every time. Its 400-watt heating element quickly heats food to USDA-recommended temperatures, while the advanced temperature management system ensures that food stays moist and tender. Five programmable settings allow for flexible cooking and serving. Plus, the slow cooker's 7-quart ceramic pot has a unique rounded rectangular design that offers more space for cooking roasts and poultry, and makes pouring soups, stews, and stock an easy task.