Abstract: A kettle includes a receptacle, a handle, a cover and a spout, an electrical heating device configured to heat liquid in the receptacle, a switch for operating the electrical heating device, and a controller in electrical communication with the electrical heating device and the switch. The controller cooperates with a temperature sensor to control a temperature of the liquid. An electric base includes electrical components that are in electrical connection with the electrical heating device for providing electrical power to the electrical heating device for heating the liquid. A locking device is located on the receptacle and is movable between an unlocked position and a locked position to lock and unlock the receptacle to and from the base.

Abstract: A toaster oven includes a compartment with an inner chamber, a heating element associated with the inner chamber for heating food articles placed in the inner chamber, and a controller in electrical communication with the heating element for controlling heating of the food articles. An exterior upper surface of the compartment includes a hot plate for warming food placed thereupon.