P.C. Richard & Son Blog

P.C. Richard & Son Linksys Wi-Fi Giveaway 2018 Official Rules

Melissa W — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 14:57:18 +0000

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.

1.) Eligibility: P.C. Richard & Son Linksys Wi-Fi Giveaway (“Sweepstakes”) is open to legal residents within the 48 contiguous United States who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry. Employees of P.C. Richard & Son Long Island Corporation (“Sponsor”), its parent, affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising, and promotion agencies, and website providers/web masters, and members of their immediate family (spouse and parents, children and siblings and their respective spouses, regardless of where they reside) and persons living in the same household, whether or not related to such employees, are not eligible to enter or win. Void outside of the 48 … Read more...

How to Make Spiced Caramel Apple Cider

Melissa W — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 16:15:03 +0000

This easy-to-make spiced apple cider recipe will bring the family together on a cold night. It’s great to warm the kids up after trick-or-treating or the perfect beverage to serve your guests for the holidays!

Ingredients:

2 cups of apple juice
2 tbsp of caramel
1 tbsp of cinnamon sugar
Dash of allspice
Dash of nutmeg

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Serving size: 1 – 2

Directions:

Heat two cups of apple juice on your range until it’s warm. Add one tablespoon of cinnamon sugar, a tablespoon of caramel, and a dash of allspice and nutmeg. Stir the contents thoroughly until it’s blended. If you’re in the mood for cozy, hot cider, let it cool off a … Read more...

Kitchen Remodeling: 5 Reasons Appliances Come First

Alison P — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:04:37 +0000

Remodeling a kitchen is a huge undertaking, and it can be difficult to know where to begin. Fortunately, we have an answer: Always begin with appliances! They’re the most important part of your kitchen, and before you do anything else – even before you choose your color scheme – locking up your appliance choices should be your first priority. We recently sat down with James Romanelli, founder of Lifetime Design in Deer Park, New York, to learn the reasons appliances should be at the top of your remodeling to-do list!

You’ll Get What You Need

Your appliances are the lifeblood of your kitchen. They cook your dinners, reheat your leftovers, clean your dishes, and keep food fresh. That’s why you … Read more...

What Can You Do with a Smart Plug?

Alison P — Thu, 06 Sep 2018 14:29:02 +0000

Do you feel a little overwhelmed by the wave of smart-home technology? Perhaps you’re put off by virtual assistants, or you’re too low-maintenance for smart LED lighting. We know not everyone gets swept up by new technology, but enjoying some basic smart home benefits doesn’t have to be a complicated ordeal. A great way to make your first foray into smart home technology is a WeMo smart plug. This device utilizes your home’s Wi-Fi network to allow wireless control of anything you plug into it, including lights, appliances, electronics, and more. Here are some of the ways a smart plug can make your life a little easier!

Optimize Your Morning Routine

There’s no shame in admitting you’re not a morning … Read more...

Top Upcoming Games for Winter 2018

Rory K — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 14:16:18 +0000

I’ve been playing video games for as long as I can remember, and it’s been remarkable to watch games evolve from 2D arcade titles into lifelike 100-hour adventures. 2018 is a great time to be a gamer, and the proof is in these great titles being released this winter!

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Nintendo Switch

What would any video game list be without a Nintendo title? Arguably the best developer there ever was or will be, Nintendo single-handedly saved the video game industry during its crash in 1983. Since then, Nintendo hasn’t lost an ounce of steam. With Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, every single Nintendo mascot that was ever in a Super Smash Bros. game returns, making it … Read more...

Where It All Began: The Story of Pieter Christian “P.C.” Richard

Melissa W — Fri, 17 Aug 2018 18:42:41 +0000

In the years leading up to 1909 when we were founded, Pieter Christian “P.C.” Richard paved the way. P.C. was born in Amsterdam, Holland in 1880. He traveled to America when he was 18 in pursuit of the American Dream. It was in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY that P.C. laid the foundation of his family’s hardware store that his son, Alfred J. Richard (A.J.), our founder, would later transform into a regional appliance retailer.

On May 31, 1899, P.C. stepped off the 4,500-ton steamship, Spaarndam, and walked down the gangway in hopes of building a prosperous new life. P.C.’s older brother, Edward, arrived in America a few years earlier, and he made a living as a tinsmith and roofer. Much like his … Read more...

Kitchen Island Design: 4 Essential Style Ideas

Alison P — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 15:15:11 +0000

Remodeling a kitchen is not something that happens every day, so it’s important to know what you want when taking on such a big project. An extremely popular addition to many remodeled kitchens is a new island – it’s a part of your kitchen that can be tailored to your own interests and style of living. We recently sat down with our friends from Furniture Design Studios in Plainview, New York, for some suggestions on creating the perfect kitchen island for your home!

Culinary Workspace

The most obvious use for your kitchen island is space for food preparation – having this additional space is a huge help for any cooking projects, especially if you’re juggling several recipes at once. … Read more...

Easy Dishwasher Repairs & Quick Fixes

Alison P — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 19:08:16 +0000

A dishwasher’s average life expectancy is ten years. While that certainly means plenty of clean dishes and many hours saved from scrubbing, it’s also a long enough time for plenty of things to go wrong! Whether it’s food-particle buildups, a damaged drain hose, of any number of other issues, dishwasher problems can be a real pain. The good news is that most dishwasher issues can be easily fixed on your own, and we’ve got a great collection of articles to walk you through some simple dishwasher troubleshooting. It may seem like an intimidating task – especially if you’re not exactly the handy type – but read through our articles and you’re sure to find the instructions you need to get … Read more...

How Does a Refrigerator Work?

Alison P — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 13:41:36 +0000

You’ve used this kitchen appliance every day for virtually your entire life. You rely on it to keep your food edible. You may grumble when it’s time to clean it, but deep down you know it’s a small price to pay to keep this cornerstone of culinary convenience in proper working order. The refrigerator is truly a fixture in modern life, but have you ever stopped to wonder how exactly it all works? We’re here to indulge your curiosity with the cold hard facts about your kitchen’s pillar of coolness!

How Did Refrigeration Work in the Olden Days?

Refrigerators of yore were essentially large, stationary coolers – they were built with a compartment to hold large blocks of ice, which … Read more...

2018 Grill Buying Guide

Rory K — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 14:02:55 +0000

Before You Buy

When it comes to barbecues and grills there are dozens of options and variations. More choice is always good but, with every new bit of information, your decision becomes a little more difficult. This guide aims to provide you with a simple and to-the-point explanation of various types of grills and features to help narrow your search, bringing you closer to that delicious barbecue you’ve been dreaming about.

Fuel Type:

Fuel Type can determine how hot your grill can get, how fast it is, and even its ease of use. Fuel types can range from Wood Pellets to Natural Gas, but are usually charcoal vs gas grills.

Gas (NG/LP) – Easy to use, speedy, and great