KitchenAid
KitchenAid was born from Hobart Manufacturing when engineer Herbert Johnston watched a baker mixing dough by hand and believed there was a better way. The stand mixer was named when an executive's wife said "it's the best kitchen aid I ever had."
Quick Facts
Founded
1919
Headquarters
Greenville, Ohio
Country
USA
Warranty
5 Years
Why KitchenAid is Buy It For Life
The iconic stand mixer design has remained largely unchanged since 1937. Mixers are still assembled in Greenville, Ohio since 1946. Many KitchenAid stand mixers last 20-30+ years with proper care, and parts remain available for repairs.
Notable Products
Artisan Stand Mixer
Professional 600
Mixer Attachments
Food Processor
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