ENTERTAINING

If you regularly play host, plan your appliance shopping with this in mind. You might consider a large-capacity oven for epic roasts, or even two ovens, for cooking several courses at once. Warming drawers allow you to heat plates and even melt chocolate for dessert. A big fridge is a must, but look at the internal configuration – the best entertainer’s model will be wide enough to slide in large platters. Separate wine storage can be useful, as can a fridge with an ice dispenser or a door-in-door function, such as that offered by LG. “Another key factor is storage compartments to house leftovers, like sliding shelves to store tall bottles and storage baskets in the freezer door,” adds category marketing manager Costa Avgerinos of LG.