How Smart Kitchen Appliances are Revolutionising Culinary Spaces

There is no escaping AI in our world; everything is now intelligent.

18:09 14 December 2023

There is no escaping AI in our world; everything is now intelligent. From smart cars and smartphones to smart appliances. But what are smart devices, and are they essential? Unlike cars, they don't need to transport us safely or connect us with the rest of the world like cell phones do.

What Are Smart Kitchen Appliances?

Smart kitchen appliances have sensors, cameras, and AI, allowing them to function independently and produce perfect results. An example of this is a smart oven that can detect the kind of food it's cooking and adjust the temperature and time settings so it can cook it perfectly and in optimum time. 

AI is not limited to big appliances; you can get intelligent toasters, coffee makers, and food scales. Using smart appliances ensures food is stored, prepared and cooked more efficiently and gives you peace of mind. You can even set precise timing without worrying about checking on the food. 

Smart Kitchens

The IoT(internet of things) connects all these appliances to a Wi-Fi network to create a smart kitchen that works in the same way as a smart home. The data from all your appliances can be transmitted and monitored remotely on other devices such as your smartphone or PC. A smart kitchen is not only for restaurants, hotels, and other commercial culinary spaces either. Features such as being able to see what's in your fridge while you are at the supermarket are handy for everyone. 

Benefits of Smart Kitchens

At Home

Smart appliances have so many benefits we can enjoy, such as energy-saving functions and easy meal prep. Electric smart nut choppers even make chopping organic almonds and macadamias much easier.

One of the most appreciated benefits is the one that answers the age-old question of 'what's for dinner?' Smart refrigerators can suggest recipes based on the ingredients inside, and if that's not impressive enough, you can start preheating the oven on the drive back from work.

You can input your dietary preferences into your smart kitchen software too, and the connected kitchen assistant can suggest meals based on those preferences. 

For Businesses

In restaurants, the quality of your appliances correlates with the quality of meals produced. Restaurant kitchens must be efficient, cost-effective, and safe to succeed. The implementation of smart kitchens makes this possible, giving chefs extra control.

In big kitchens like hotels and catering companies, IoT devices can help limit waste by reporting on food safety information such as out of date products or those nearing expiry. Managers can also see which appliances are not working correctly and need repair or pose a safety risk. 

We know smart appliances are energy efficient, thus saving money on water and electricity consumption. The very same devices can reduce labour costs by automating repetitive tasks. Smart refrigerators can keep food inventory inside and send warning alerts when stocks become critically low.

The initial investment of setting up a smart kitchen is relatively high, so you must budget well for an asset like this. The RoI is worth it, though. Besides being efficient, an intelligent kitchen makes your staff more productive. 

Lastly 

Smart appliances are making cooking more of a pleasure and less of a chore. They also drive our homes to be more energy efficient, which is excellent for the environment. If you can't afford to renovate your whole kitchen to a smart kitchen, then you can start with individual appliances.