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Adorable Antarctic Kitchen Appliances

The Penguin Waffle Maker is the Cutest Way to Start Your Day

— January 3, 2012 — Lifestyle
Exclusively available to residents of Australia and New Zealand is this absolutely adorable Penguin Waffle Maker. Designed by Sunbeam, the Penguin Waffle Maker cooks up two cute penguin-shaped waffles for you to enjoy as your breakfast dish in just minutes.

This creative waffle maker by Sunbeam is the perfect excuse to skip cereal and indulge in a delicious, homemade breakfast meal. The imprint of the appliance creates a penguin-shaped waffle with a round and deep belly, which is perfect for adding a hefty amount of scrumptious toppings such as ice cream, whipped cream, syrup or fruit. The Penguin Waffle Maker contains non-stick, easy-to-clean plates and even stands up on any surface similar to the way a penguin would.
Trend Themes
1. Kitchen Appliance Novelty - The rise of adorable and creative kitchen appliances is a disruptive innovation opportunity as consumers look for fun and unique ways to make cooking and meal preparation more exciting.
2. Breakfast Food Gadgets - The trend of breakfast food gadgets such as waffle makers is an opportunity for companies to tap into the market of consumers who seek to indulge in creative and convenient breakfast meals.
3. Non-stick Plate Advancements - Advancements in non-stick plate technology can create disruptive innovation opportunities for companies producing kitchen appliances like waffle makers that prioritize easy-to-clean surfaces.
Industry Implications
1. Home Appliances - The home appliance industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and fun kitchen appliances like the Penguin Waffle Maker to attract consumers looking to invest in creative and functional appliances.
2. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can benefit from the popularity of breakfast food gadgets like waffle makers by collaborating with appliance manufacturers to create unique and innovative kitchen appliances enhanced with their products.
3. Kitchen Supplies and Cookware - The kitchen supplies and cookware industry can capitalize on the trend of non-stick plate advancements to create innovative products that prioritize easy-to-clean surfaces for consumers.
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