De'LonghiAmerica CGH1020D Livenza All Day Combination Contact Grill and Open Barbecue, Stainless Steel

After incorporating the De'Longhi CGH1030D Livenza All-Day Grill into our kitchen, it's quickly become a family favorite, especially with our teenagers. This versatile appliance has transformed our meal preparation routine, making it easier and more enjoyable to create delicious grilled dishes at home.Versatility at Its BestThe standout feature of this De'Longhi model is its incredible versatility. It's not just a panini press – it's a complete cooking station that serves as a grill, griddle, and waffle maker all in one. The reversible plates and adjustable cooking surfaces mean you can easily switch between making morning waffles and grilling sandwiches for lunch.Perfect for PaninisAs first-time panini maker owners, we've been thoroughly impressed with its performance. The grill creates those coveted crispy, golden-brown lines while ensuring the inside of sandwiches stays perfectly melted and warm. The floating hinge system ensures even pressure regardless of sandwich thickness, which means no more squished or unevenly cooked sandwiches.Teen-ApprovedPerhaps the most telling endorsement comes from our teenagers, who have made grilled sandwiches their go-to meal choice. The convenience and quick cooking time make it perfect for after-school snacks or quick lunches. It's gratifying to see them excited about making their own meals, and the consistently delicious results keep them coming back for more.Build Quality and DesignThe silver finish gives the appliance a professional, sleek appearance that looks great in any kitchen. The construction feels solid and durable, suggesting this is an appliance built to last through years of family use. The large cooking surface is particularly appreciated, allowing us to prepare multiple sandwiches at once – a crucial feature for feeding hungry teens.Practical Features- Contact grill with floating hinge system adapts to food thickness- Digital controls with multiple temperature settings- Removable plates are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning- Built-in drip tray catches excess oils and fats- Clear indicator lights show when the unit is ready to useRoom for ImprovementWhile the appliance excels in most areas, the initial setup and plate removal system has a slight learning curve. Once mastered, however, it becomes second nature.Final VerdictThe De'Longhi Livenza All-Day Grill has proven to be an excellent investment for our family. Its versatility, ease of use, and consistent performance make it a standout kitchen appliance. Whether you're making breakfast waffles, grilled sandwiches, or searing vegetables for dinner, this multi-functional tool delivers restaurant-quality results at home.For families with teenagers or anyone looking to simplify their cooking routine while maintaining quality results, this De'Longhi model is definitely worth considering. It's transformed our family's dining experience, making meal preparation more enjoyable and bringing us together in the kitchen.

This is a game changer, especially for a panini. I’ve only had this for a week, and have made three meals on it. Easy to use, cleans up easily, and it’s fast!

Over the years I have moved from George Foreman (great at the time), to a Griddler (hated it- not sure if it was a lemon but I did not have a single positive experience with this appliance), to a Breville panini press (my beloved, found it a thrift store). It was time to upgrade and this seemed like the best (although a bit extravagantly priced) option. It has not disappointed. I use it often enough to have a dedicated space on my countertop for it. It is large but it is handy having such a large cooking surface. It heats fast and every (although sometimes it seems like the bottom plate is not as a hot as the top even if they are set to the same temp. The plates are sturdy and nice. It is a beautiful machine. I have cooked waffles, hash browns, steaks, quesadillas, grilled chicken, eggs, pancakes and many other things and the results are always great... and it is easy to clean and operate. Handy gadget. I am not a Vine reviewer- although I wish I was. This would've been an amazing to score for free.

I don't use the flat griddle plates, and only care about the panini press function of this machine, and it's MAGNIFICENT! This machine is a major upgrade over the little plastic panini presses out there. With this unit I'm able to make two large paninis (5 inch x 9 inch bread) at the same time. The top grill plate is heavy and presses the sandwich properly to create a nice crust on the bread.The grill shape is perfect, with straight lines that press into the bread. I set the machine at 375 degrees and set the timer for 3 minutes. Comes out perfect every time, with a nice crust outside and melted cheese inside. The bread should be brushed or sprayed with olive oil. Amazon sells olive oil spray bottles. Pesto spread, mozzarella cheese, and prosciutto ham, is marvelous. It's a larger unit, so I keep it on a side counter in the kitchen, and it looks nice too. But the performance and taste is most important, and this makes excellent panini sandwiches. Worth the extra cost if you enjoy perfect paninis, and the ability to make two sandwiches at once.

We've had thos product for a month, and have used it to make sliders, grilled cheese, fried eggs, waffles, and to grill meat indoors. We love the adjustable temperature settings, the ease or changing the plates, ease of cleaning, and the amount of space avaialble when it's fully opened (we cooked 4 grilled cheese sandwiches -all 8 slices of bread- at once!).

Great grill, works very well. Make waffles every week and the kids are happy.