FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — October 2003

Cuisinart and Waring Pro Have You Covered This Holiday Season

Toronto, ON — Whether you’re looking to cross someone off your shopping list, or to make your holiday gatherings easy and elegant, Cuisinart and Waring Pro have you covered.

Is Holiday baking getting you down?
Cuisinart’s new non-stick Classic Collection bakeware is bound to put a smile on your face.

Constructed of heavy gauge aluminized steel to provide even heat distribution and consistent results, the thick rolled edges prevent warping, even under the highest temperatures... even in the dishwasher.

Available in 14 different styles and sizes; whatever you are baking, Cuisinart has the perfect bakeware.

Would a buffet suit your holiday entertaining plans?
Cuisinart has three elegant buffet servers — a four-quart chafing dish, a round casserole dish, and an oval au gratin pan. Both the casserole dish and au gratin pan feature an encapsulated aluminum base, allowing you to conveniently cook and serve in the same pan. This means no transferring food from dish to dish.

Are you hosting a brunch or breakfast?
Cuisinart and Waring Pro are here to help you prepare a delicious brunch for your friends and family this holiday season.

“Today’s consumers are looking for appliances that are simple to use, but powerful enough to accommodate larger crowds on special occasions,” commented Beverley Melnick, Director of Marketing, Cuisinart and Waring Pro, Conair Consumer Products Inc. “Our products allow consumers to expand the range of culinary tasks that can be performed at home — with professional results.”

Cooking eggs has never been so easy! The Cuisinart Egg Cooker cooks up to seven hard, medium or soft-boiled eggs or perfectly poaches three eggs at one time. Whether your guests prefer soft, medium or hard-boiled eggs, its quick and easy with the Cuisinart Egg Cooker.

Do Belgian waffles tempt your tummy? The Waring Pro Professional Waffle Rotary Maker brings deep-pocketed restaurant style waffles to you. The brushed stainless steel exterior matches today’s industrial looking kitchens, and its outstanding construction ensures perfect results each and every time.

Are you getting thirsty? If so, Cuisinart’s Citrus Juicer is here to quench it — quickly and easily.

The stylish brushed stainless steel Citrus Juicer includes an auto-reversing reamer and final-spin feature that extracts more juice from the smallest lime or the largest grapefruit.

No brunch is complete without a selection of toast and bagels. The new brushed stainless two and four-slice toasters from Cuisinart are the perfect accessories to any kitchen. Able to satisfy any member of your household, these toasters come complete with 1½ “ wide slots to toast a variety of items reheat, defrost and bagel buttons with LED indicators; and a six-setting browning dial.

Gift ideas for the chef on your list
Cuisinart has the perfect gift for anyone on your list.

For the coffee or fresh spice lover, Cuisinart’s Coffee/Spice Grinder is a dream come true. The large chamber grinds enough for 18 cups of coffee, while the removable, dishwasher safe, stainless steel bowl is ideal for airtight storage of excess grounds or spices.

As beautiful as it is durable, the Cuisinart Limited Edition Metal™ Ultimate Food Prep Centre is ideal for just about anyone on your list.

“Our research shows that with counter space at a premium, versatility is important to Canadian consumers,” said Ms. Melnick. “The Ultimate Food Prep Centre is a food processor and mixer in one.”

This top-of the-line 14-cup food processor is constructed of heavy-duty cast metal that houses a powerful 720-watt induction motor — whole fruits and vegetables can be shredded in seconds! And the whisk attachment can be added easily to whip those holiday mashed potatoes.

Still not sure? Try Cuisinart’s new Classic Collection Stainless Cookware. Constructed of 18/10 mirror-polished stainless steel, this cookware can be used on the stovetop, in the oven, or under the broiler. It’s even freezer and dishwasher safe!

The Classic Collection Stainless Cookware features an encapsulated aluminum base, riveted stainless steel stay cool handles, a Flavor Lock™ cover, and a drip-free rim for easy pouring.

Also available under the Classic Collection banner are a 32” non-stick open wok with Whitford’s Excalibur coating, and a four-piece pasta/steamer set that includes an eight-quart stockpot with pasta and steamer inserts to round out your set.

Whether you, or the chefs on your list are pro or amateur, let Cuisinart and Waring Pro help you make the 2003 holiday season a celebration in fun, food, and family.

About Cuisinart Canada
A leader in culinary appliances, professional quality cookware, and kitchen accessories, Cuisinart is best known for introducing the food processor to Canada in 1975. In an effort to help customers Savour the Good Life, the company manufactures a full range of products including cookware, cutlery, blenders, hand mixers, coffeemakers, grills, rice cookers, toaster ovens as well as food processors electric kettles and scales. For more information on Cuisinart products visit www.cuisinart.ca.