Cooking

A Mediterranean Meal Tray From BlueStar

Chef Susan Mixes Her Mediterranean ingredients, placing them on the tray.

BlueStar Chef Susan has brought her culinary talents to the Abt showroom again! We loved last session’s collection of pork potstickers and yakisoba, but this week’s recipe is a quick, one-pan dish that’s easy to make for a weeknight dinner. This Mediterranean meal is a protein-packed power punch, and it tastes great too. Check out some of our tips below to see the best ways to make your own. And don’t forget…

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Employee Spotlight

Employee Spotlight! Ted Scott In The Recycling Center

Employee Spotlight April 2023 Ted Scott In Recycling Dumpster

In case you missed it, Earth Day was over the weekend! At Abt, we celebrate Earth Day every day with help from our Recycling Center and everyone who works there. This month’s Employee Spotlight is shining on Ted Scott, a veteran employee and former big trucks driver who helped show our team around our new and improved Recycling Center.   If you saw our Recycling Stats post, you may have noted some of…

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Products

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas from Abt’s Experts

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Mother’s Day is a few weeks away, so it’s time to start planning your thoughtful gesture. Our Mother’s Day gift ideas are expertly chosen for a variety of hobbies. We’ve chosen the best of the best from some of our new offerings that make perfect presents. Maybe the mom in your life is a baker—does she have a great stand mixer? Or maybe she’s obsessed with true crime podcasts and would love…

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Abt Exclusive Events

Celebrate Earth Day with Abt

illustration of planet earth with text that reads "celebrate earth day April 22"

Tomorrow is Earth Day, the perfect chance for us to give back to the planet and do some good. If you know anything about Abt, you know that we’re an earth-conscious company always trying to reduce our environmental impact. We’ve been recognized for our efforts and hope to set an example for other retailers looking to make the world a little better. Do you want to get on board with going green?…

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Abt Exclusive News

Abt Takes Gold in Consumer Reports Appliances Article

Consumer Reports names Abt Electronics the Top Place to Buy Large Appliances

We’re excited to be featured in a Consumer Reports appliance article yet again as the top place to buy large appliances, beating out both big box stores and other notable family-owned establishments. Abt took home the gold with 93 out of 100 points. Our top scores rank in areas like service, home delivery and installation. In fact, we were over ten points beyond the second-place establishment. You can read more of the…

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Fitness

Marathon Training Gear Must-Haves

Folks running a marathon, orange sneakers hitting the pavement outdoors

Springtime (and last weekend’s Boston Marathon) heralds what so many runners love to eat, sweat and breathe: marathon season. In the US, we’ve kicked off these runs all across the country, from the East Coast to the Midwest. In Chicagoland we’re excited to be a part of the great Chicago Marathon later in the season, but running this 26.2-mile tread always requires a tough training period. And participants will tell you that…

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Outdoor TVs & Electronics

Upgrade Your Backyard With an Outdoor TV

Outdoor patio area with furniture and outdoor TV.

As the weather gets warmer, it’s a great time to start thinking about upgrading your outdoor patio area. And what better way to do that than with an outdoor TV? Outdoor TVs are a great addition to any backyard setup. Not only do they allow you to enjoy your favorite shows, movies and sporting events while soaking up some sun, but they also create a great entertainment space for your guests during…

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Home Tips

Pantry Organization for Spring Cleaning

clear containers filled with dry ingredients on a shelf

Spring cleaning is still in full swing, and today we’re sharing our pantry organization tips. Keeping your pantry organized has tons of benefits, from making mealtime easier to reducing food waste. Whether you have a walk-in or a small cabinet, we’re here to help.  Invest In Containers One of the most popular pantry organization ideas is to put your items in coordinating containers. Why? Because these containers are clear, so you can…

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Cooking Events

Where To Find Abt Events

Abt Events Page, showing the camera events. The text notes that the classes are in the inspiration studio conference room, with camera basics the first thursday of every month (5:30-7pm) and Intermediate camera are 2nd Thursday of the month (5:30pm-7pm)

If you’ve ever been to Abt, you’ve seen just how much we love and are shaped by our local community. That’s why we host events that bring a boost of flavor, the best of the holidays, or new knowledge to everyone we can—even if they don’t make a purchase. We have a running schedule of events hosted by experts. Whether you’re bringing the kids in to watch a cooking demo from BlueStar…

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Abt Exclusive Audio Videos

Video Highlight! JBL PartyBox 710

A group of people dancing and celebrating poolside, with a large glowing speaker next to them.

As summer fast approaches, your backyard becomes the perfect place for hosting and entertaining all your friends and family. Whether it’s a Fourth of July celebration or a neighborhood barbecue, there is no better way to get the party started than a powerful outdoor speaker. In the video below, one of Abt’s top technologists, Carl, does an overview of the JBL PartyBox 710 speaker. Start curating the perfect playlist and keep reading…

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