For people like me who live alone and who has no time to really cook or prep meals, the refrigerator can sometimes be either an empty vessel or a wasteland of unused ingredients and leftover food. Some product designers probably had me in mind (even if I’m not Gen Z) when they came up with the concept for turning the refrigerator into a sustainable food station.
Designers: Hyungwoo Lee, Hyerhyn Park, Seokoo Yeo, Haeri Ryoo, Seryeong Hong
The OneTwo Food Station is a concept for a refrigerator for Generation Z that has a separate compartment for Meal Prep dishes. This means that the brand is also connected to a Meal Prep service and the OneTwo is merely a food storage for the dishes before you cook them or consume them. This prevents the unnecessary waste of ingredients that you don’t really need therefore helping you practice sustainable eating.
So basically the main difference of this ref is that almost half of the space is meant for these meal prep containers. Of course there’s still a regular compartment for other items that you still would want to store and there’s also a freezer compartment although this one is located at the bottom. Instead of the regular ref door handle, you have strap handles on the front for a more “appealing” interaction. It also has double-sided doors so you can easily reach the items whether they’re at the front or back.
The Meal Prep component on the OneTwo app is pretty customizable and also has some sharing and social components since we all love sharing what we eat, especially if it’s visually appealing. There was no mention of what material the Food Station is made from but in keeping with its sustainable branding, it should also be more eco-friendly than the regular refrigerators.
I’ve been trying for years to eat healthier due to various health conditions that have come up. I’m not much of a cook and the only things I can do right now are fry things. But of course it’s not the healthiest way so having an air fryer would be ideal. Another way would be to steam things but there are times when frying, or at least air frying, is better.
Designer: Duygu Yildiz
A designer said, why not have both? FryMist is a concept for a cooking device that puts an air fryer and a steamer into just one device to save space in your kitchen. It’s not really combining the two processes but integrating them into just one device. This way you are able to get low-fat cooking and healthier dishes while also not giving you harmful chemicals from high heat.
The steamer part has a water boiling container and a grill since you of course need water to be able to steam your veggies or fish or whatever else you can steam. The air fryer part has the container and the air fry grill. The air fryer and steamer also has separate screens so you won’t get confused as to the controls and the displays.
This would be an ideal cooking device for people who like me who don’t have much time to cook actual dishes. If this is made into an actual product, I would probably be first in line to get one.
No more purifying your water and then needing to put it in the fridge to chill, or the microwave to warm up. The TOKIT AkuaPure T1 Ultra literally dispenses purified hot/cold water with the press of a button. It’s the kind of multitasking we can appreciate, helping you cut the dependence on extra appliances for just adjusting water temperature.
There was a time when phones just allowed you to make phone calls. Then they became portable. Then they allowed text messaging. Eventually we’ve gotten to a point where a phone can practically do anything while being small enough to fit in your pocket. Without being hyperbolic, the TOKIT AkuaPure T1 Ultra is one step forward in that direction for purifiers. Most water purifiers just clean your water for drinking purposes. The AkuaPure T1 Ultra does so too, with a rigorous 6-stage purification process… but it also does more. With an instant cooling and heating feature, the purifier also lets you make coffee or iced tea in seconds. No waiting hours for your fridge to chill the water, or minutes for your microwave to heat water up. Now that’s what I call good problem-solving.
Arguably the most impressive bit about the AkuaPure T1 Ultra is the one feature no other tabletop water purifier has – the ability to offer refreshingly cold water at 41°F alongside instant hot water courtesy its 1600W thick-film heating element. Users can select from six preset temperatures, ranging from 41°F to 210°F, allowing quick preparation of beverages in as little as three seconds. Whether you need a cold glass of water or a hot cup of tea, this device is built for versatility. The entire process takes just 3 seconds, whether it’s heating or chilling your water. Separate pipes for hot and cold water ensure ‘taste and temperature integrity’, according to the TOKIT team.
The heating and cooling may be impressive (and they are), but ultimately it’s the purification that counts, right? To that end, the AkuaPure T1 Ultra’s 6-stage reverse osmosis (RO) filtration system is pretty much state-of-the-art. This system achieves a filtration accuracy of up to 0.0001μm, effectively removing 99.99% of contaminants, including antibiotics, heavy metals, bacteria, and organic matter. The addition of activated carbon from Sri Lankan coconut shells enhances water taste, further elevating the drinking experience. With NSF/ANSI 58 and 42 certification, the AkuaPure T1 Ultra meets stringent U.S. standards for reducing total dissolved solids (TDS), chlorine, and other impurities, ensuring a cleaner, healthier drinking experience. Moreover, the water gets UV sterilization treatment too. Equipped with two UV germicidal lamps, the device is engineered to inactivate bacteria and viruses by destroying their molecular structure.
All the features sit within a sleek tabletop design that’s portable (to a degree) and doesn’t need plumbing or being bolted into a wall. The AkuaPure T1 Ultra has the demeanor of a modern coffee maker, with its vertical design and a dispensing area for you to place your cup or glass. A display on front guides you through the heating and cooling presets, while a real-time TDS display lets users monitor water quality at a glance, informing you when it’s time to change the purifier’s replaceable filters. A child safety lock feature ensures that hot water dispensing cannot be accidentally activated, a nifty and practical solution for families with young children.
The AkuaPure T1 Ultra comes in a single space-grey metal finish with a touch-sensitive display on the front and a 4-liter water reservoir at the back that needs to be periodically refilled. You can use any kind of water with the AkuaPure T1 Ultra, as TOKIT vouches for the quality of its filtration system, following years of R&D in the space and having carved its name as an indispensable water purification expert. In fact, the purifier also has its own automatic self-cleaning function that kicks in periodically to flush out its filters, ensuring that you only drink the freshest water… hot or cold.
I’m not a fan of the word ‘health freak’ because it has a negative connotation for people who genuinely and wholeheartedly want to focus on their holistic health and dedicate time and energy to bettering it. Of course, there are always a few people who take dedication to a whole other unhealthy level, but I do believe most of us have good intentions and balanced mindsets when it comes to taking care of our diet and health. I prefer the term ‘health nerd’ for this crowd, and if you’re a health nerd who has decided to not only consume but cook your healthy everyday meals, then you’ve reached the right spot. In an attempt to support your cooking plan and help you eat better, we’ve curated a collection of kitchen tools, appliances, and tableware that make healthy cooking easy and simple.
1. Cheat Sheets
Named the Cheat Sheets, these non-stick silicone dividers make healthy eating super easy. The sheets elevate ordinary oven cooking, converting a single baking tray into an innovative multi-compartment cooking surface. You can prepare multiple healthy dishes in one go, without wasting too many pans.
Why is it noteworthy?
The nifty Cheat Sheets convert a single sheet pan into a multi-portion culinary canvas. The sheets can fit six small or three large portions. They are a wonderful design for preparing healthy meals for the family, or to help you plan your weekly meals.
What we like
You can prepare multiple dishes in one tray
Allows you to cook different portions according to your requirement
What we dislike
The sheets are made from silicone, hence they can easily get dirty
2. Sustainable Cutlery Set
Sustainability is the current style and trending theme, and this guilt-free cutlery set will help you stay sustainable wherever you go. Named the Sustainable Cutlery Set, the utensils are made from Glass Fiber-Reinforced Polymers or GRP. The cutlery is light, durable, and sturdy, and they’re packed in recyclable packaging.
The Sustainable Cutlery Set is equipped with loads of mechanical strength, so even the toughest of steaks won’t break the knife and fork apart. The different elements of the set can be split in half, making them portable and easy to carry around. The parts can be screwed and unscrewed as well.
What we like
The set is sustainable and designed to last long
Portable form that makes it great for travel
What we dislike
The handles are pretty thin and may be inconvenient for larger hands
3. The Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs
If you’re a healthy eater who loves his/her salads, then the Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs are the one for you. The sleek dark black tongs will toss and serve your salads for you. One head resembles a spoon, while the other is shaped after a fork. The dark shade of the tongs perfectly contrasts with the stunning greens and veggies.
The salad tongs are a must-have for the healthy eaters. You can prepare and serve salads with ease. Besides salad, the tongs are also great for serving fruits and other veggie dishes. The tongs are also great for serving tabbouleh, coleslaw, and other light dishes.
What we like
The tongs are twice the strength of conventional tongs
Light, thin, and sturdy in form
What we dislike
Black color might not blend well with other tableware
4. Precision Chef Kitchen Scissors
Meet the Precision Chef Kitchen Scissors – these all-black sleek scissors have been amped with a curved serrated blade, letting you cut and prepare your healthy meals with no mess. The scissors help you cut and divide your food, ensuring you have better portion control. Not to mention, the scissors will slice up your food pretty quickly too.
Besides being great for portion control, and a no-mess kitchen, the scissors radiate an aura of sleekness and style. They would be a good-looking addition to your kitchen countertop while letting you skillfully chop your veggies, meats, and more.
What we like
Equipped with a special curved serrated blade
Makes cutting an easy and efficient step in your cooking process
What we dislike
There are limited color options – only available in black
5. SmartPlate
Say hello to the SmartPlate portion control dish – this innovative design helps you reach your health goals. If you tend to overeat or undereat, this innovative device lets you easily calculate your carbs and calories in a meal with the help of a picture. You just need to place your food on the SmartPlate, take a pic of it, and upload it to the app.
Why is it noteworthy?
Once you upload the picture, you receive accurate results within five seconds, up to one gram of your food’s nutritional. The SmartPlate ensures you don’t need to measure all the ingredients separately at mealtime. The plate also maintains an organized diary of your meals, so you can easily prepare dishes again or share them with friends.
What we like
Lets you share your eating habits with a personal trainer and friends
Makes portion control easier and more manageable
What we dislike
You need to portion control with care, as excessive portion control can lead to unhealthy eating habits
With its kitchen-line products on display at IFA, AEG is putting its money where its mouth is – by having a CEO produce a top-tier dish with help from a chef while using the company’s induction hob, oven, and overhead chimney. The cook-off, hosted by Radhika Seth of Yanko Design, attempts to drive home a simple point – with the right tools, anyone can be a chef. To prove this, we got Anna Ohlsson-Leijon (CEO Business Area Europe APMEA & Group Executive Vice President, Electrolux Group) to collaborate with professional chef Paola Martinenghi. Martinenghi, a designer-turned-chef with a history of working for Michelin star restaurants is a designpreneur in her own right, with her own women-led lighting-design firm. With a passion for cooking, Martinenghi believes in preserving old-school recipes, even if it means updating them so that people can use cutting-edge kitchen appliances to make age-old traditional dishes.
Both CEO and Chef will be attempting a deceptively simple dish that’s known for requiring perfect technique – Risotto Tricolore with pomodoro, pesto, and burrata – a summer spin on the Risotto Milanese. Risotto is considered an incredibly technical dish given the precise control required over temperature, cook-time, and the gradual addition of broth to rice while you constantly stir the dish. Mess any step up and your risotto is less-than-ideal resulting in a dish that would make an Italian nonna fume. It’s a good thing, however, that AEG’s state-of-the-art kitchen collection makes certain steps foolproof, allowing you to easily attempt even the most technical recipes.
The process gets made simple by AEG’s CookSmart Touch Display, which guides you through step by step. The Sense Fry sensor on the hob helps you maintain a consistent temperature during your cook (sort of like cruise control for chefs) – for the risotto, it’s a steady 120°C. Meanwhile, AEG’s Xtractor Hob, which features an integrated extractor fan, kept the cooking area free of smoke and odors, making the experience even more pleasant. A clean, smoke-free kitchen means less hassle, and less cleanup—a win for anyone who’s familiar with the chaos of post-cooking messes.
Throughout the cook-off, the focus shifted frequently to AEG’s smart features, particularly how the appliances use AI to adapt and enhance cooking. The AI TasteAssist feature automatically adjusts cooking settings based on the dish being prepared. Anna explained that by simply inputting a recipe, the oven analyzes the details and determines the optimal temperature and time, which could revolutionize how people cook at home. The Assisted Dishes function also impressed Paola, as it provides guidance across a wide range of meals, making even the most complex dishes accessible to home cooks.
Energy efficiency was another cornerstone of the new AEG range. Sustainability is more than a buzzword—it’s built into the design. The appliances can reduce energy consumption by up to 30%, with features like PreHeat and Residual Heat, which cleverly utilize retained heat to finish cooking. The SenseBoil & Fry function, for instance, promises to save up to 33% in energy usage. It’s clear that AEG has aligned its smart technology not just with convenience, but with the goal of making kitchens more eco-friendly.
The discussion also touched on design and aesthetics. AEG’s range isn’t just high-tech—it’s designed to be visually appealing. Paola praised the sleek, minimalist look of the appliances, which come in Matt Black and Glossy Black, noting that they not only enhance the cooking process but also complement modern kitchen interiors.
As the cook-off neared its conclusion, Paola and Anna finished the risotto with a flourish, adding burrata for a creamy, indulgent finish. The results were met with unanimous delight as the hosts tasted the dish and marveled at how easy the process had been, thanks to AEG’s smart kitchen tools.
If you’re someone who loves a sleek, sexy, and dark-themed kitchen, then you’ve wound up in the right spot. The final touch to kitchen space with a dark aesthetic is a bunch of well-designed all-black kitchen appliances and tools, that bring the entire space full circle. These kitchen products not only look great and powerful, but they’re also extremely functional and practical, making cooking an easy feat for you. Each product is amped with functionality and utility, while also being pretty easy on the keys. From an all-black playful palm grater that fits perfectly into your palm to a fascinating PancakeBot that prints out pancakes for you – these dark yet vibrant kitchen appliances are the essentials for your holy kitchen space.
1. Anaori Kakugama
Named the ANAORI kakugama, this sleek and functional device combines tradition with modern design, creating a kitchen appliance that makes amazing food while causing minimal damage to the ingredients. The cooking tool is multifunctional, and built from carbon graphite. It steams, poaches, simmers, grills, and even fries your food for you.
Why is it noteworthy?
The versatile cooking device can prepare your food in different styles for you. It is equipped with great heat retention on account of the carbon graphite and a Japanese cypress lid which imparts the food with the lovely scent of the Japanese countryside.
What we like
Beautifully represents the Japanese roots, and showcases how the food is prepared with care
What we dislike
Bulky appliances will occupy precious real estate in your kitchen
Hefty price tag
2. Obsidian Black All-Around Tongs
You can turn cooking tasks into effortless joy using this pair of pitch-black metal tongs called the Obsidian Black All-Around Tongs. The sleek tongs are designed to offer convenience and style to you as you cook. It features a 9.45″ length, which makes turning burgers or handing out little cookies an easy feat.
When you’re done using the tongs, you can place them on the countertop or table with no worries, as the front section will not touch the surface. The tongs are made from stainless steel, and they’re quite durable, sustainable, and lovely to look at. They are crafted by skilled metalworkers from Tsubame-Sanjo – Japan’s leading metal processing region.
What we like
The tongs are highly corrosion-resistant
Made from SUS821L1 stainless steel making them strong, thin, and light
What we dislike
There is no mention of its heat retention property, so they may be difficult to use for handling hot food
3. Mono
Called Mono, this dashing black kitchen hood keeps the air in your kitchen clean from smoke, grease, and other indoor pollutants. While maintaining a clean environment, Mono also manages to serve as an aesthetic addition to your kitchen. Mono features a minimal and sleek look, resembling an air purifier, more than a hood.
Why is it noteworthy?
Unlike typical hoods which tend to be quite bulky, Mono maintains a sophisticated and streamlined form. It includes a strong carbon filtration system inside as well, making it a functional and good-looking air filtration system for your kitchen.
What we like
Amped with a Gesture Control System so you don’t need to touch it to operate it
Comes along with a remote control as well
What we dislike
Maintaining and cleaning the hood seems a bit complicated
4. Playful Palm Grater
Say hello to the sleek all-black Playful Palm Grater! This aesthetically pleasing grater isn’t just good-looking, it is designed to add some whimsical fun and functionality to your grating ritual since it perfectly fits into the palm of your hand. With the handy little grater, you can grate fresh ingredients and garnishes into your food.
The Playful Palm Grater is made from a single aluminum alloy plate and looks like a curled piece of paper. The grater comes in various interesting colors, including an all-black, which would make a perfect addition to your dark kitchen aesthetic.
What we like
Has a firm grip, and is easy to operate
The playful grater adds some fun to the boring process of grating
What we dislike
The grater is pretty small, so it isn’t a great fit for grating large quantities of food
5. Suvie
Named Suvie – this clever kitchen robot is a smart Wi-Fi-enabled countertop multi-zone cooker and refrigerator that converts the four different meal components – raw proteins, veggies, dry starches, and chef-designed sauces into one tasty and top-notch restaurant-quality meal.
Why is it noteworthy?
Suvie is created for users who want healthy meals prepared from fresh ingredients, but don’t necessarily have the time to cook them! Suvie is available with optional meal kits, allowing users to prepare fresh healthy meals. This is an excellent solution for working parents and busy professionals.
What we like
Available with a fully customizable Suvie Smart Meals delivery service
Easy and minimal to clean up
What we dislike
Suvie only caters to 2-4 adults, so not the best appliance to cater to a dinner party or provide meals for a larger family
6. Obsidian Black Precision Chopstick Tongs
Called the Obsidian Black Precision Chopstick Tongs, these one-of-a-kind kitchen tools are shaped like chopsticks, and they’re excellent for helping you prepare your meals with efficiency and speed. Using these Chopstick Tongs, you can pick up small pieces of food with no hassle, and prepare well-portioned and well-balanced meals for multiple people.
The Chopstick Tongs help you prepare lunch boxes, bento boxes, or even sushi since they’re great for handling delicate food items. Their sleek all-black aesthetic makes them an excellent match for darker-themed kitchens as well.
What we like
Made from sustainable SUS821L1 stainless steel which is created from scraps and offcuts
What we dislike
The tongs aren’t very useful for picking and handling larger pieces and cuts of food
7. The Keurig K-Supreme Single-Serve Coffee Maker
The Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve Coffee Maker, you can enjoy a lovely cup of hot coffee in the comfort of your own home. The coffee maker is equipped with MultiStream technology, and it provides more aroma and flavor with every new cup of coffee. It brews 6-, 8-, 10-, or, 12-ounce cups, making it a deal for all mugs.
Why is it noteworthy?
The coffee maker can also fit in travel mugs up to 7″ tall. It is also equipped with a 66 oz. dual-position reservoir, so it doesn’t occupy excessive space on the counter. It is also great for back-to-back brewing, so you can brew a second cup, without waiting for the water to reheat.
What we like
Accommodates all kinds of mugs
Equipped with simple control buttons, making coffee prep easy
What we dislike
The cup holder is pretty low, and liquid can splatter easily
8. The Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs
The Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs are a pair of sleek dark black tongs, designed to toss and serve your salads and greens like a pro chef. The dark shade of the tongs creates a beautiful contrast to the green, allowing those vibrant and healthy colors to shine bright. One head is shaped like a spoon, while the other is shaped like a spork.
The clever salad tongs make preparing and serving salads and other healthy dishes a breeze. Whether you’re saving greens, pasta, or fruits, prep and serve is a comfortable and convenient process. You can even use the tongs to serve coleslaw or tabbouleh using the 20cm tool with different heads.
What we like
Twice as strong, thinner, and lighter than conventional tongs
Features high corrosion resistance
What we dislike
Works specifically only as a serve ware, and we would prefer some multifunctional element to it
9. Fortido Induction Cooker
Called the Fortido Induction Cooker, this innovative cooktop is designed to prepare quick and delicious meals, while saving space. It offers you the option to use three cooktops at once! Created by Gökçe Nafak, it is a portable appliance with a third slideout cooktop as well. It is a boon if you have more people coming over for dinner than you had planned.
Why is it noteworthy?
The unique induction cooker is a perfect fit for modern homes with space restraints or even tiny homes. It occupies minimum space while doing its job well. It does more than expected in a compact body with a small footprint.
What we like
The cooking settings are placed right in the front for easy operation
What we dislike
The third hob lacks a heat indicator that would show when is it safe to collapse the deisgn.
10. PancakeBot
Meet PancakeBot – the world’s first pancake printer! With the super cool PancakeBot, you don’t just make pancakes, you create them. The innovative appliance lets you “print” out pancakes into any design you like. It is a fun and interactive process, and you don’t require an art or culinary degree to use the machine and do it.
Why is it noteworthy?
The PancakeBot is created to entertain and unleash the creative side of both the young and old at home. The software is user-friendly, and you can create your own pancake by tracing images on the computer. Using the Pancake Bot you can create pancakes in the form of your favorite character, a child’s drawing, a product image, or even a company logo.
What we like
Adds a fun and whimsical touch to pancake-making
User-friendly software, easy to print pancakes with
What we dislike
The appliance is pretty bulky and doesn’t seem like a good fit for home kitchens
If you’re someone who loves a sleek, sexy, and dark-themed kitchen, then you’ve wound up in the right spot. The final touch to kitchen space with a dark aesthetic is a bunch of well-designed all-black kitchen appliances and tools, that bring the entire space full circle. These kitchen products not only look great and powerful, but they’re also extremely functional and practical, making cooking an easy feat for you. Each product is amped with functionality and utility, while also being pretty easy on the keys. From an all-black playful palm grater that fits perfectly into your palm to a fascinating PancakeBot that prints out pancakes for you – these dark yet vibrant kitchen appliances are the essentials for your holy kitchen space.
1. Anaori Kakugama
Named the ANAORI kakugama, this sleek and functional device combines tradition with modern design, creating a kitchen appliance that makes amazing food while causing minimal damage to the ingredients. The cooking tool is multifunctional, and built from carbon graphite. It steams, poaches, simmers, grills, and even fries your food for you.
Why is it noteworthy?
The versatile cooking device can prepare your food in different styles for you. It is equipped with great heat retention on account of the carbon graphite and a Japanese cypress lid which imparts the food with the lovely scent of the Japanese countryside.
What we like
Beautifully represents the Japanese roots, and showcases how the food is prepared with care
What we dislike
Bulky appliances will occupy precious real estate in your kitchen
Hefty price tag
2. Obsidian Black All-Around Tongs
You can turn cooking tasks into effortless joy using this pair of pitch-black metal tongs called the Obsidian Black All-Around Tongs. The sleek tongs are designed to offer convenience and style to you as you cook. It features a 9.45″ length, which makes turning burgers or handing out little cookies an easy feat.
When you’re done using the tongs, you can place them on the countertop or table with no worries, as the front section will not touch the surface. The tongs are made from stainless steel, and they’re quite durable, sustainable, and lovely to look at. They are crafted by skilled metalworkers from Tsubame-Sanjo – Japan’s leading metal processing region.
What we like
The tongs are highly corrosion-resistant
Made from SUS821L1 stainless steel making them strong, thin, and light
What we dislike
There is no mention of its heat retention property, so they may be difficult to use for handling hot food
3. Mono
Called Mono, this dashing black kitchen hood keeps the air in your kitchen clean from smoke, grease, and other indoor pollutants. While maintaining a clean environment, Mono also manages to serve as an aesthetic addition to your kitchen. Mono features a minimal and sleek look, resembling an air purifier, more than a hood.
Why is it noteworthy?
Unlike typical hoods which tend to be quite bulky, Mono maintains a sophisticated and streamlined form. It includes a strong carbon filtration system inside as well, making it a functional and good-looking air filtration system for your kitchen.
What we like
Amped with a Gesture Control System so you don’t need to touch it to operate it
Comes along with a remote control as well
What we dislike
Maintaining and cleaning the hood seems a bit complicated
4. Playful Palm Grater
Say hello to the sleek all-black Playful Palm Grater! This aesthetically pleasing grater isn’t just good-looking, it is designed to add some whimsical fun and functionality to your grating ritual since it perfectly fits into the palm of your hand. With the handy little grater, you can grate fresh ingredients and garnishes into your food.
The Playful Palm Grater is made from a single aluminum alloy plate and looks like a curled piece of paper. The grater comes in various interesting colors, including an all-black, which would make a perfect addition to your dark kitchen aesthetic.
What we like
Has a firm grip, and is easy to operate
The playful grater adds some fun to the boring process of grating
What we dislike
The grater is pretty small, so it isn’t a great fit for grating large quantities of food
5. Suvie
Named Suvie – this clever kitchen robot is a smart Wi-Fi-enabled countertop multi-zone cooker and refrigerator that converts the four different meal components – raw proteins, veggies, dry starches, and chef-designed sauces into one tasty and top-notch restaurant-quality meal.
Why is it noteworthy?
Suvie is created for users who want healthy meals prepared from fresh ingredients, but don’t necessarily have the time to cook them! Suvie is available with optional meal kits, allowing users to prepare fresh healthy meals. This is an excellent solution for working parents and busy professionals.
What we like
Available with a fully customizable Suvie Smart Meals delivery service
Easy and minimal to clean up
What we dislike
Suvie only caters to 2-4 adults, so not the best appliance to cater to a dinner party or provide meals for a larger family
6. Obsidian Black Precision Chopstick Tongs
Called the Obsidian Black Precision Chopstick Tongs, these one-of-a-kind kitchen tools are shaped like chopsticks, and they’re excellent for helping you prepare your meals with efficiency and speed. Using these Chopstick Tongs, you can pick up small pieces of food with no hassle, and prepare well-portioned and well-balanced meals for multiple people.
The Chopstick Tongs help you prepare lunch boxes, bento boxes, or even sushi since they’re great for handling delicate food items. Their sleek all-black aesthetic makes them an excellent match for darker-themed kitchens as well.
What we like
Made from sustainable SUS821L1 stainless steel which is created from scraps and offcuts
What we dislike
The tongs aren’t very useful for picking and handling larger pieces and cuts of food
7. The Keurig K-Supreme Single-Serve Coffee Maker
The Keurig K-Supreme Single Serve Coffee Maker, you can enjoy a lovely cup of hot coffee in the comfort of your own home. The coffee maker is equipped with MultiStream technology, and it provides more aroma and flavor with every new cup of coffee. It brews 6-, 8-, 10-, or, 12-ounce cups, making it a deal for all mugs.
Why is it noteworthy?
The coffee maker can also fit in travel mugs up to 7″ tall. It is also equipped with a 66 oz. dual-position reservoir, so it doesn’t occupy excessive space on the counter. It is also great for back-to-back brewing, so you can brew a second cup, without waiting for the water to reheat.
What we like
Accommodates all kinds of mugs
Equipped with simple control buttons, making coffee prep easy
What we dislike
The cup holder is pretty low, and liquid can splatter easily
8. The Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs
The Obsidian Black Salad & Serve Tongs are a pair of sleek dark black tongs, designed to toss and serve your salads and greens like a pro chef. The dark shade of the tongs creates a beautiful contrast to the green, allowing those vibrant and healthy colors to shine bright. One head is shaped like a spoon, while the other is shaped like a spork.
The clever salad tongs make preparing and serving salads and other healthy dishes a breeze. Whether you’re saving greens, pasta, or fruits, prep and serve is a comfortable and convenient process. You can even use the tongs to serve coleslaw or tabbouleh using the 20cm tool with different heads.
What we like
Twice as strong, thinner, and lighter than conventional tongs
Features high corrosion resistance
What we dislike
Works specifically only as a serve ware, and we would prefer some multifunctional element to it
9. Fortido Induction Cooker
Called the Fortido Induction Cooker, this innovative cooktop is designed to prepare quick and delicious meals, while saving space. It offers you the option to use three cooktops at once! Created by Gökçe Nafak, it is a portable appliance with a third slideout cooktop as well. It is a boon if you have more people coming over for dinner than you had planned.
Why is it noteworthy?
The unique induction cooker is a perfect fit for modern homes with space restraints or even tiny homes. It occupies minimum space while doing its job well. It does more than expected in a compact body with a small footprint.
What we like
The cooking settings are placed right in the front for easy operation
What we dislike
The third hob lacks a heat indicator that would show when is it safe to collapse the deisgn.
10. PancakeBot
Meet PancakeBot – the world’s first pancake printer! With the super cool PancakeBot, you don’t just make pancakes, you create them. The innovative appliance lets you “print” out pancakes into any design you like. It is a fun and interactive process, and you don’t require an art or culinary degree to use the machine and do it.
Why is it noteworthy?
The PancakeBot is created to entertain and unleash the creative side of both the young and old at home. The software is user-friendly, and you can create your own pancake by tracing images on the computer. Using the Pancake Bot you can create pancakes in the form of your favorite character, a child’s drawing, a product image, or even a company logo.
What we like
Adds a fun and whimsical touch to pancake-making
User-friendly software, easy to print pancakes with
What we dislike
The appliance is pretty bulky and doesn’t seem like a good fit for home kitchens
In the short time that I owned an air fryer, I wasn’t confident when using it because I kept thinking about what’s happening inside the device, if I’m overcooking it or something. Of course I’m not the best or most frequent cook so that may also have something to do with it. But I thought to myself, wouldn’t it be better if there was an air fryer that was transparent so I would feel better knowing that I’m not ruining what I’m air frying?
Designer: Gourmia
The folks over at Gourmia probably thought the same as we’re now getting the Panorama Air Fryer which gives you a front row view of the cooking process. It has a transparent top and bottom so you can see what’s happening while it’s cooking. It also has a state-of-the-art bladeless fan technology so that everything is cooked the way it’s supposed to be and you also get reduced fat content for healthier eating. It comes with a dishwasher-safe basket and crisper tray so it’s easier to clean up as well.
The air fryer also has an LED touch interface with 12 one-touch presets for cooking noobs like me. This includes things like air fry, bake, roast, broil, and dehydrate among others. You also get a preheat option, turn-food reminders, and even 30 exclusive recipes and cooking charts so your entire cooking experience is painless and seamless. The hologram display also shows the temperature, time, and Guided Cooking Prompts.
You also get different colors for this 7-quart air fryer so it can match your kitchen aesthetics. That is, if the colors that you want are red, green, orange, and salmon. The Panorama Air Fryer made its debut at the ongoing IFA 2024 but will be available in the market in the 4th quarter of 2024. It should make a perfect Christmas gift for people like me who need all the help they can get in the kitchen.
Being stuck at home for months not only gave birth to the indoor gardening trend, it also helped people rediscover the joys of home cooking. The rise of the domestic chef who’s excited to try out new recipes for themselves or for their families has also given rise to the need for more sophisticated kitchen appliances. At the same time, however, aesthetics has never been more important than it is today, with kitchens finally getting the recognition they deserve as sanctuaries that serve not only food but peace of mind as well. With so many requirements on many levels, it’s no surprise that some brands falter in meeting those needs or choose to focus on just one or two aspects. At IFA 2024 in Berlin, AEG is proudly rising up to the challenge, delivering a new range of kitchen products that deliver not only AI-assisted cooking but also elegant designs that take the cooking experience to the next level.
AI is everywhere these days, but it doesn’t have to be a complicated feature that requires an entire manual to use. With AEG’s Assisted Cooking, you have smart technologies right under your fingertips, literally, ready to help you with new recipe ideas, the best settings to use for that dish, and even the safest way to preserve the food so you can enjoy it a lot longer. From preparation to cooking to storage even to cleanup, AEG’s new full kitchen line has got you covered with innovation that’s made easy, convenient, and beautiful.
The new AEG 9000 ProAssist with SteamPro Oven, for example, features the AI Taste Assist function that helps you make efficient use of the oven. Simply throw it a recipe and, based on key facets like timing, temperature, and protein type, it will automatically select the most optimal cooking settings. It can even suggest new tasty and nutritious dishes you may have never tried before through the AEG app.
The CookSmart Touch, which is now available on hobs like the new AEG 9000 ProSense Hob, puts all the functions you need under your fingertips. With a simple touch, you can access the new Assisted Cooking function that guides you through each step to complete a dish and even suggests the accessories you’ll need to use. CookSmart Touch also lets you assign pan-frying or boiling to the hob, select different cooking modes, and generally enjoy the cooking process without breaking a sweat.
This intuitive interface is an immense help to novices just discovering the joys of cooking as well pros who want to glide through the process with as little friction as possible. And for the first time, the CookSmart Touch technology provides a seamless experience that spans AEG’s kitchen range, from ovens to hobs to built-in coffee machines. It removes much of the anxiety and uncertainty associated with cooking, adding joy and peace of mind to every meal prep.
Killer Kitchen Style
Even with all the innovative technologies, AEG hasn’t forgotten the most important aspect of its kitchen range: the human element. Designed to look dashing in any kitchen setting, AEG’s kitchen products deliver not only an effortless cooking experience but also a style that suits people’s tastes. The AEG SaphirMatt Induction Hub, for example, brings not only a handsome surface to your kitchen but also durability you can rely on when the cooking does get a bit intense.
This year’s lineup is available in Glossy Black and MattBlack, both standing out with their sleek and luxurious dark hues. Signature metal handles provide not only usability but also visual identity, making AEG designs easily recognizable in any kitchen. It’s not just the appliances either but your food that gets the beauty treatment as well. The AEG 9000 AutoSense Hood’s illumination can really make your dishes pop, adding to their already appetizing aromas. The new AEG Kitchen Range not only makes you feel in total control, it also makes you feel like a culinary master in their natural environment.
Healthy Living, Healthy Planet
Cooking your own food is one of the best ways to ensure you’re getting tasty and nutritious meals, but your health doesn’t have to come at the expense of the planet’s. Appliances naturally leave a carbon footprint, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make it significantly smaller. The new AEG Kitchen Range is not only filled with smart features, it’s also designed to be sustainable and energy efficient without you having to worry about pushing a button to activate some “Eco Mode,” helping you reduce your carbon footprint by as much as 30%.
The AEG 9000 ComfortLift Dishwasher, for example, can save up to 40% energy with some guidance from the QuickSelect with Ecometer function. The AEG 9000 MultiChill 0°C Fridge Freezer not only has better energy efficiency but also has an inner lining that’s made of 70% recycled plastic. The AEG 9000 ProAssist with SteamPro Oven can help save energy with its PreHeat and Residual Heat functions, reducing the amount of electricity needed to keep the food warm.
Selected models in this new Kitchen Range are part of the AEG EcoLine and boast high energy ratings, some of which are even higher than “A” in the EU energy efficiency class. More than just innovative performance and striking design, the new AEG Kitchen Range represents the brand’s no-compromise approach to energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and commitment to a greener tomorrow for all.
Innovation for the Entire Home
The kitchen isn’t the only part of the modern home that AEG is upgrading with its innovative designs. The AEG 9000X AbsoluteCare Pro tumble dryer brings the same care and energy efficiency from the kitchen to the laundry. With the AbsoluteCare feature that uses a heat pump system to dry delicate material like wool and SmartDry that lets you select lower energy settings, this leading-edge machine has earned The Woolmark Company’s Wool Care Green recognition. It also features 3DScan Technology that determines the humidity in down jackets and duvets for the best drying settings that will keep their fluffiness intact.
AEG is also debuting two new cordless cleaners to keep your home not only clean but also safe from harmful materials and organisms invisible to the naked eye. The AEG 6000 Cordless offers not only strong dust pick-up but also hands-free self-cleaning, emptying its 0.5-liter dust bin with just a touch of a button. The AEG 8000 is the brand’s most powerful and most versatile cordless cleaner, with the UltimatePower multi-surface nuzzle and a brushless DC motor that can capture 99% of dust on hard floors. And with the new Automatic Emptying Station, you can get the AEG 8000 ready for another round of cleaning without having to get your own hands dirty.
The Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has announced the launch of the Ki standard, a breakthrough in bringing wireless power to the kitchen. Following the success of the Qi2 standard, which enhanced wireless charging for small electronics, the Ki standard eliminates the need for power cords in everyday kitchen appliances like blenders, toasters, and air fryers. Instead, appliances will communicate with a Ki power transmitter, which can be integrated into induction cooktops or hidden beneath countertops and kitchen islands. Delivering up to 2.2 kW of power, the Ki system promises to make kitchens more efficient, convenient, and safer while creating cleaner and more organized spaces.
Designer: Wireless Power Consortium (WPC)
Paul Struhsaker, Executive Director of WPC, explained how Ki will transform kitchen design. “Not only are we cutting the cord, but we’re eliminating it altogether,” Struhsaker said, noting that this advancement would inspire homeowners and designers to rethink how kitchens are used. Ki offers an innovative way to power smart appliances with greater convenience and flexibility, whether for new builds, remodels, or smart home upgrades.
New Possibilities for Kitchen Design
The introduction of the Ki standard opens up new design opportunities for kitchens. Without power cords, appliances are no longer restricted to placement near outlets. This freedom allows designers to create more open and modern layouts. With appliances able to sit on any Ki-enabled cooktop or countertop, there’s more room for creative solutions in kitchen design.
The ability to hide transmitters under countertops brings even more design flexibility. Kitchens can adopt sleek, minimalist looks, free from the clutter of cords. This feature will be especially useful in open-plan designs, where maintaining a streamlined aesthetic is important.
In addition to improving the look of kitchens, the Ki system enhances safety. Accidents are less likely to happen if no cords get tangled or cause trips, particularly in homes with children. The system’s wireless power shuts off automatically when an appliance is removed from the cooktop or transmitter, keeping surfaces cool and reducing the risk of burns.
Smarter Appliances
Ki also introduces smarter appliances. Future Ki-enabled devices will offer advanced features that allow users to control them remotely via smartphones. These smart functions will provide more control over cooking and make kitchens safer and more convenient.
Ki Wireless powering food processor bottom-lit
For designers, this brings an opportunity to incorporate advanced technology into kitchen layouts. Smart appliances connected through the Ki system will be part of the growing trend of smart home integration, offering homeowners easier ways to manage their kitchens.
Space Efficiency and Flexibility
Ki helps improve kitchen space utilization by removing the need for power cords. Without cords cluttering countertops, appliances can be placed more efficiently, and storage areas can be used more effectively. Transmitters hidden under countertops also allow for clean, unobstructed surfaces.
This feature will appeal to those designing smaller kitchens or maximizing the available space in larger ones. With fewer restrictions on where appliances can go, Ki enables more creative and functional kitchen designs.
Next Steps for Kitchen Technology
The development of the Ki standard has involved collaboration from leading appliance brands such as Midea, Beko, Philips, Miele, and E.G.O. These companies are working with WPC to bring Ki-enabled appliances to market, with certification testing expected to begin by the end of 2024.
Ki Wireless powering kettle to boil water
WPC’s certification process ensures that Ki-enabled products meet the highest standards for safety and interoperability. Once certified, products will display the Ki logo, assuring consumers that their appliances meet the standard.
Ki Wireless Power Blender and Pot on EGO cooktop
As Ki becomes more widespread, companies are encouraged to join WPC and use this new technology. With the potential to reshape kitchen spaces, Ki offers designers and manufacturers a chance to lead the next generation of kitchen innovation.
