For many who simply had to have the 90th anniversary Stand Mixer introduced by KitchenAid last year, it was the mixer’s shiny, Candy Apple Red finish that sealed the deal. For others, it was the mixer’s clear glass bowl, whether for its vintage good looks or the practicality of its pouring spout and etched measurement markings. This year, in deference to those who already own a mixer, no matter what the color, KitchenAid will offer the glass bowl as a separate purchase, allowing for the same retro look and added convenience at a fraction of the cost of the anniversary model…

KitchenAid, the brand that changed American kitchens forever with the introduction of its iconic stand mixer in 1919, its first home dishwasher in 1949 and first countertop appliances in color in 1955, is marking its 90th anniversary with a special edition stand mixer in Candy Apple Red. As a tribute to earlier models, the new 5-quart Artisan® Series stand mixer will include a clear glass bowl in place of the stainless steel bowl currently provided, along with a 90th anniversary insignia on the mixer’s trim band…

It’s a workhorse that some refer to as “jewelry for the countertop.” Its distinctive shape, like that of the Coca Cola bottle and iPod, is trademarked. And it’s one of the most coveted of all holiday and bridal registry gifts, topping the lists of established and aspiring cooks alike. Anyone with the KitchenAid Stand Mixer on their wish list should know about the latest eye-catching Artisan Design stand mixer collection featuring metallic finishes in Candy Apple Red, Electric Blue and Sugar Pearl with a clear glass bowl replacing traditional stainless steel…

There was a time when coffee makers and toasters were humble kitchen necessities and countertop ovens were little more than toasters on steroids. They were fine as housewarming gifts, but unlikely to elicit a “wow!” when opened as a holiday present.

Those days are long gone, thanks in part to KitchenAid, makers of the iconic stand mixer and other high performance small and major appliances. The newest KitchenAid models were designed not only satisfy the most demanding coffee connoisseurs, the most persnickety toast lovers, and the most serious cooks and bakers, but to deliver the kind of heft and eye-catching good looks that have put the stand mixer at the top of so many gift lists…