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Abt’s Gourmet Shop is a specialty boutique inside our Atrium, home to everything from small appliances like stand mixers, food processors, and espresso machines to carts, cutlery, and even a selection of gourmet food items like Julius Meinl coffees, sea salts, and soda stream syrups. With the newest kitchen appliances from manufacturers like Cuisinart and KitchenAid we have everything for your perfect culinary creations. Simply click on the topic you are interested in and you will be taken to an overview of the product category with simple explanations that will help you make informative decisions. If you need further assistance, please contact an Abt sales associate directly via phone, live chat or in our retail store.

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  Blender Buying Guide

  Learn about the features of countertop and handheld blenders to find the best blender for your kitchen using Abt's Blender Buying Guide.

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  Bread Machine Buying Guide

  Learn about the different features for bread machines & bread makers with Abt's Bread Machine Buying Guide.

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  Coffee Grinder Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types of coffee grinders & their functions with Abt's Coffee Grinders Buying Guide.

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  Coffee Maker Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types of coffee makers and their features with Abt's Coffee Maker Buying Guide.

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  Cookware Buying Guide

  Learn about cookware types and uses with Abt's Cookware Buying Guide. Find out how to choose the right type of pans for your cooking, style, and kitchen.

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  Deep Fryer Buying Guide

  Learn about the differences between the 3 basic types of deep fryers with Abt's Deep Fryer Buying Guide.

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  Electric Water Kettle Buying Guide

  Learn about the different water kettle features, including power, capacity, and cleaning filters with Abt's Water Kettle Buying Guide.

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  Espresso & Cappuccino Machine Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types and features of espresso and cappuccino machines with Abt's Espresso Machine & Cappuccino Machine Buying Guide.

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  Food Processor Buying Guide

  Learn about how a food processor works, along with features including capacity, power, and safety with Abt's Food Processor Buying Guide.

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  Ice Cream Maker Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types and features of ice cream makers & ice cream machines with Abt's Ice Cream Maker Buying Guide.

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  Indoor Grill & Sandwich Maker Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types and features of indoor grills, Panini grills, and sandwich makers with Abt's Indoor Grill Buying Guide.

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  Juicer Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types and features of fruit and vegetable juicers & juice extractors with Abt's Juicer Buying Guide.

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  Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types of kitchen knives and cutlery and when to use them with Abt's Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Buying Guide.

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  Meat Grinder Buying Guide

  Learn the facts about manual and electric meat grinders, as well as the different meat grinder features with Abt's Meat Grinder Buying Guide.

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  Meat Slicer Buying Guide

  Learn about the differences between the manual meat slicer and automatic meat slicer, as well as meat slicer features, with Abt's Meat Slicer Buying Guide.

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  Mixer Buying Guide

  Learn the facts about stand mixers and hand mixers to choose the best one for your kitchen. Learn about the different features with Abt's Mixer Buying Guide.

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  Rice Cooker Buying Guide

  Learn about the different rice cooker and rice maker features with Abt's Rice Cooker Buying Guide.

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  Slow Cooker Buying Guide

  Learn about slow cookers with Abt's Slow Cooker Buying Guide. Research how to select the slow cooker with the right features for your kitchen too.

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  Toaster & Toaster Oven Buying Guide

  Learn about the different types and features of toasters & toaster ovens with Abt's Toaster & Toaster Oven Buying Guide.

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  Waffle Maker Buying Guide

  Learn how to use a waffle maker, as well as the different features and uses with Abt's Waffle Maker Buying Guide.

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