BUILT- IN OVENS
5 V-ZUG COMBINATION OVEN CSTMSLQZ60, $10,999
The world’s first all-in-one, built-in steam, conventional and microwave oven features 14 oven functions, a 700-watt microwave with power-saving inverter technology, a climatecontrol system, 171 pre-set recipes, and full-colour touch-screen display. V-Zug, (03) 9832 7500, vzug.com.au
6 BOSCH SERIES 8 COMPACT COMBINATION STEAM OVEN CSG656RS1A, $3,899
This fully intuitive 47-litre combination steam oven takes the guesswork out of cooking. It will automatically set the optimal type of heat, temperature and time for countless dishes, monitor the progress of baked goods and roasts, and even switch itself off when dishes are done. It also requires virtually no cleaning, thanks to a special coating that automatically absorbs grime. Bosch, 1300 369 744, bosch-home.com.au.
7 MIELE 60CM STEAM COMBINATION OVEN DG6660XXL, $8,999
With a generous 68-litre capacity and four rack levels, this cleverly designed model punches above its weight for a 60cm oven. It offers steam and conventional cooking, plus grilling. It also boasts 200 automatic programmes and a special food probe that measures the core temperature in roasts and keeps you updated on remaining cooking time. Miele, 1300 464 353, miele.com.au
8 SMEG VICTORIA BUILT-IN DOUBLE OVEN DOSPA6925, $3,990
This gorgeous retro design comes fully loaded with high-tech features, including 17 cooking functions, 50 automatic menus and pyrolytic self-cleaning. The two ovens have 79-litre and 41-litre capacities respectively. Smeg,
(02) 8667 4888, smeg.com.au