These smart food gadgets make DIY food prep easy for those with an appreciation for homemade meals. Inspired by a generation of budget-conscious food bloggers, aspiring chefs are creating tasty recipes while saving money in the process.
From delicious mini meals to hybrid breakfast recipes, today's DIY food creations are no longer on the traditional side but are instead sophisticated and gourmet-themed. Made with both taste and convenience in mind, these recipes often require the help of a smart food gadget.
The products don't only appeal to niche tastes but also cut food prep time in half, appealing to today's generation of busy professionals. Standouts include novelty waffle makers and DIY candy machines along with popcorn making devices that reference a nostalgic theme. Other favorites are more intuitive to technology and include microwaves ovens, meat grilling tools and multi-tasking toasters that ensure food is cooked, steamed and grilled to perfection. Ultimately these products make even the most amateur of chefs confident in their food prep skills.
49 Smart Food Gadgets
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Malleable Bread Makers
The Lekue Silicone Bread Maker Doubles Up as a Bowl and Cooking Pan
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3D Food Printers
XYZPrinting's $2,000 Printer Makes Dough-Based Foods
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Hourglass Coffee Machines
This Automatic Coffee Machine by Chemex Boasts Ultra Precise Brewing
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Wall-Mounted Slice Slots
The Slim Toaster is a Space Age Solution to Reducing Countertop Clutter
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Fuel-Free Cookers
This Portable Solar Grill Can Cook Food Even at Night with Clean Energy
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Tubular Popcorn Machines
This Fun Popcorn Making Machine Turns Snacking into Entertainment
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Automated Cooking Robots
The Fresh Food-Preparing Sereneti Cooki Device Launched at CES 2015
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Mobile Microwave Devices
The Mediumwave Will Increase Your Stay-In Movie Nights
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Artillery Popcorn Projectile Poppers
Make Great Popcorn with the Cannon Popcorn Maker
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Sleek Ultra-Functional Mixers
The 'KÜMA – 15' Mixer Works as a Scale and Mixer Simultan
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Quick-Cooking Ovens
The Uuni 2 Pizza Oven is an Affordable Alternative to Wood-Fired Designs
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Heated Smart Mugs
This Wireless Heated Mug Employs Nanotechnology to Stay Warm
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Humidifying Toaster Ovens
The New Appliance from 'Balmuda' Helps to Keep Toast Soft and Fluffy
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Homemade Candy Kits
A DIY Lollipop Set Helps Make Healthier Sweets for Halloween and Year-Round
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Lollipop Waffle Makers
The Lolly Waffle Maker is the George Forman Grill for Sweets
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Transparent Bread Browners
See-Through Toaster Shows When Your Slices are Prepared to Preference
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Multitasking Waffle Makers
The Hamilton Beach Breakfast Skillet Makes Breakfast Easier and Simpler
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Taste-Preserving Microwaves
This Futuristic Microwave Uses Solid-State Radio Frequency Technology
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High-Nutrient Smoothie Machines
The Nutribullet Extracts High Nutritional Value From Ingredients
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Broth-Blending Appliances
The Cuisineart Blend and Cook Soup Maker is a Winter Must-Have
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Hyperconnected Ovens
The Electrolux Smart Oven's Camera Lets You See Dishes Cooking Via Smartphone
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Collapsible Cookware
The 'Sea to Summit X-Pot' Makes It Easy to Prepare Food While Traveling
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Countdown Bread Browners
Timer Toaster Helps You Discover the Precise Duration of Your Preference
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Heart-Shaped Waffle Makers
The Babycakes Waffle Maker is Perfect for Romantic Weekend Breakfasts
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Cyclonic Microwave Appliances
Panasonic's New Microwave Transmits Cyclonic Waves for Even Heat
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Intelligently Timed Grills
This Smart Cooker Makes Your Food Perfectly Every Single Time
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Molecular Frosting Tools
Molecule R's Siphon R-Evolution Set Helps Users Enhance Taste and Texture
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Eco-Friendly Dinnerware
The uHeat Hot Plate Keeps Food Warm Without Electricity
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Precise Hybrid Cookers
This Cooking Device Blends Sous Vide and Countertop Grill
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App-Controlled Ovens
The 'June Intelligent Oven' is a Countertop Appliance for Small Spaces
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Campfire Grilling Tools
The Pitt-Grill Makes Campfire Cooking an Easier Experience
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Multitasking Kettle Toasters
The Baking Pot Functions as Both a Coffee Pot and a Toaster
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Personal Chef Robots
This Kitchen Gadget Will Cook Up Your Favorite Meals in a Snap
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Mobile Breakfast Makers
The Tefal Mini Toaster Merges the Waffle Maker and the Bread Browner
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Formula-Automating Appliances
This Automatic Baby Formula Maker is Perfect for Parents On the Go
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Healthy Cooking Contraptions
The 'Mellow' Cooker Uses Sous-Vide Cooking to Produce Meals to Order
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App-Controlled Scales
'GeniScale' is a Multifunctional Scale for Kitchens, Bathrooms and More
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Disney-Inspired Waffle Makers
Make Some Mickey Waffles with This Disney-Inspired Kitchen Appliance
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Geometric Grain Makers
The RiceCube is as Rationally Sculpted as an Appliance Can Be
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Waffle-Making Pancake Pans
Nordic Ware's Pancake Pan Makes Miniature Waffle-Like Pancakes
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Dessert Sandwich Makers
These Ice Cream Sandwich Makers Make Icy Treats At Home
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Futuristic Food Slicers
For Quick Cooking, the Blitz Laser Device Does All of Your Dicing for You
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Perfect Timing Snack Machines
The Snack Master Toaster from UNOLD Is a One-Stop Gadget
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Whimsical Waffle Makers
This Animal Waffle Maker Will Keep Breakfasts Exciting
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Bluetooth Heat Plates
Tommi Moilanen Designs a Mobile Induction Food Warmer
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Robotic Bread Browners
The Automatic Toast Machine Enhances the Technology of Breakfast Prep
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Heart-Shaped Waffle Makers
The Chef's Choice M840 WafflePro Express is a Must for Valentine's Day
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Multi-Purpose Hot Plates
The Folding Iron Acts as a Clothes Press and Portable Heater
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Telescoping Component Kitchen Appliances
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AI-Powered Backyard Grills
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6-in-1 Countertop Ovens
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Sliding Microwave Designs
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Multisensory Oven Playsets
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Self-Heated Kitchen Utensils
The 'MeltBuddy' Ice Cream Scoop and Knife make Preparation Easy
Efficient Multicooker Appliances
The Our Place Dream Cooker™ is Available in Four Elegant Colors
Collapsible Microwave Appliances
The 'FoldWave' Foldable Microwave by Park Saun is Highly Portable
Sleek Fume-Removing Grills
The 'Instant® Indoor Grill and Air Fryer' Removes Odors While You Cook
Artisan-Grade Pizza Ovens
This Portable Pizza Oven Lets You Produce High-Quality Pizzas With Ease
Smart-Designed Air Fryers
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Kids Cookware Collections
Material Launches its Famous Cooking Utensils in a Kid-Friendly Format
Smart Kitchen Robots
The Mycook NEXT is an All-in-One Kitchen Robot to Elevate Cooking Efficiency
Compact Cordless Appliances
KitchenAid Go is a Revolutionary Cordless Kitchen Appliance System
Film-Themed Cookbooks
A24's Scrounging Cookbook Takes Cues from Unusual Movie Meals
Folding Air Fryers
Gourmia's Fry 'N Fold Digital Air Fryer Conserves Storage Space
Modern Smart Toasters
Revolution Cooking's InstaGLO Toaster Collection is Performance-Driven
Lavender-Colored Kitchenware
Drew Barrymore's Beautiful Kitchenware Line Dropped a Lavender Shade
Time-Saving Immersion Circulators
The Joule Turbo Sous Vide Halves Regular Sous Vide Cook Times
Multifunctional Glass Food Containers
These Containers Are Shatterproof, Stackable and Stylish
Recipe-Suggesting Web Browsers
The Inflation Cookbook has a Tool to Monitor Ingredient Prices
Grab-and-Go Protein Waffles
Unwaffle Makes Superfood Waffles with Ready-to-Pour Syrup
Technological Kitchen Hubs
LG's LG COit is Made for Those to Create Content in the Kitchen
Heiress-Created Homeware Collections
Walmart is Launching Paris Hilton's Be An Icon Collection
Smart Multi-Grain Cookers
KitchenAid's Grain and Rice Cooker Simplifies Measuring and Monitoring
Modern Stovetop Popcorn Makers
The Popsmith Popper Reimagines the Popcorn-Making Experience
Customizable Frozen Dishes
Kraft Heinz Company Debuts Its Latest Brand, HOMEBAKE 425°/:30
Plant-Powered Handheld Pockets
Mikey's Microwave Pockets Make a Hot, Flavorful Meal in Seconds
Effective Food Vacuum Sealers
The FoodSaver VS1210 Space Saving Vacuum Sealer Launched
At-Home Soft-Serve Makers
Gourmia SoftSnap Removes Prepatory Steps for Making Ice Cream at Home
Interactive Meat Thermometers
The Conceptual Midea Head Cook Cooking Probe Monitors Meals
Heat-and-Eat Breakfast Sandwiches
Mason Dixie's Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches Elevate Fast Food
AI-Powered Cooking Appliances
The Kitchen Idea KODY 29 Offers 21 Cooking Modes
AI-Powered Recipe Generators
'DishGen' is an AI-Powered Kitchen Assistant Utilizing Text Prompts
Connected 13-in-One Countertop Cookers
The Instant Pot Duo Crisp with Ultimate Lid is Advanced
Smart Stand Mixers
The GE Profile Smart Mixer with Auto Sense Debuted at CES 2023
Dual-Compartment Air Fryers
The Ninja DZ071 Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer Has a Six-in-One Function
Wi-Fi-Enabled Grilling Products
Current Backyard Introduces Two New Models of Its Grills in 2024
Practical Kitchen Cookware Sets
The Prep Set and Cutting Board Set by Caraway Simplifies Meal Prep
Flexible Liberating Kitchen Appliances
Neff Launches a New Neff Collection of Home Appliances
AI-Powered Food Waste Reduction
SnapSnack Uses AI To Turn Ingredients Into Meals
Livestream-Capable Wall Ovens
Samsung Unveils a New Bespoke AI Oven with Multiple Features
Mini Countertop Air Fryers
The Cuisinart TOA-26 Compact Oven Has a Six-in-One Design
Waffle-Inspired Robo Vacuums
Eggo and Bissell Teamed Up to Create the First-Ever EggoVac
Smart Countertop Steam Ovens
The Tineco Oveni One Has a User-Friendly Interface
Smart Food Diaries
Meals is a Smart Food Diary That Caters to Health Requirements
Contemporary Meal Prep Kits
W&P’s Eight-Piece Fridge Bundle is Stylish and Effective
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
AI-Powered Culinary Platforms
Be My Chef is a Culinary AI Companion for Custom Recipes
Canine Cuisine Appliances
The ChefPaw Dog Food Maker Prepares Fresh, Flavorful Fare for Pooches
Nostalgic Adult Breakfast Products
The Ghetto Gastro Breakfast Collection is Headed to Target
Automated Ice Cream Restaurants
The ColdSnap Will Be Offered in Restaurants in the Near Future
Stainless Steel Kitchen Gadgets
Caraway’s New Kitchen Gadgets Set Made With 100% Stainless Steel
Elegant Slow Cooker Designs
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Boasts a Six-Quart Slow Cooker
All-in-One Kitchen Cooking Systems
The Sharp STR3065HS Smart Rangetop Has a Microwave Drawer
Kitchen Multi-Tool Attachments
BLACK+DECKER Releases New Food Chopper and Hand Mixer Attachments
Camera-Equipped Induction Stoves
This Samsung Bespoke Slide-In Induction Range is Advanced
Sustainable Smart Cookers
The Sevvy Smart Cooker Quickly Prepares Food at Low Temperatures
Versatile Kitchen Multi-Tools
GripFlip Aims to Streamline the Cooking Process Through Design
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
Light-Powered Countertop Cookers
The Brava Glass Smart Countertop Oven Uses Advanced Technology
AI-Powered Recipe Platforms
'cookAIfood' is a Platform for Generating and Sharing AI-Made Recipes
AI Dinner-Planning Apps
Dinnerfry Uses AI to Learn What You Like
Mini Air Fryers
The COSORI Lite 2.1-Quart Mini Air Fryer Makes Perfectly Portioned Bites
Dual-Compartment Kitchen Ovens
The Samsung 30-inch Smart Double Wall Oven Has Steam Cook and More
Pastel-Tonal Bakeware Capsules
Our Place Unveils its Spring-Ready Bakeware Collection
Supersized Air Fryer Ovens
COSORI's 12L Air Fryer Oven Makes Food Prep and Cleaning a Breeze
Home-Cooked Dog Food
Artie's Pre-Portioned Artisan-Inspired Meals for Dogs Can Be Made at Home
Portable Electric Pots
Yunsoo Choi's Electric Pot Turns Camping into Glamping
All-in-One Baby Food Makers
The nutribullet Baby Steam + Blend Makes Homemade Meals in Less Time
App-Paired Cooktop Systems
The Tramontina Guru Smart Cooking System Supports Novice Chefs
AI-Powered Sous Chefs
Tasty's Botatouille is a Culinary Companion
Automated Countertop Dessert Makers
The Ninja NC201 CREAMi Breeze Crafts Six Kinds of Treats
Streamlined Meal Prep Systems
The Prepdeck by Dash Provides Tools and Space for Meal Prep
Gamified AI Meal Planning
Meal Genius Let's Users Swipe Left or Right on Recipe Ideas
Nutritious Miniature Waffles
Evergreen's Frozen Waffles Share a Serving of Fruits and Vegetables
Digital Convection Mini Ovens
Hysapientia Introduces Its 24L Air Fryer Oven with 10 Cooking Modes
Starch-Reducing Whole Meal Cookers
The Aroma SmartCarb Multicooker Prepares a Range of Fare
Limited Edition 6-in-1 Ovens
The Our Place Wonder Oven™ in Sage is Multifunctional
AI-Powered Recipe Generators
Crooked Recipes Uses AI to Craft Custom-Tailored Ingredient Recipes
Spacious Low-Oil Cooking Appliances
The Russell Hobbs Satisfry Offers Seven Cooking Modes
Built-In Sous Vide Appliances
Signture Kitchen Suite Unveils New Kitchen Appliances
Edible Sugar Pens
3Doodler's ChefDoodler is a Sugar Pen for the Modern Baker
Artist-Designed Blenders
magic bullet's Artist-Designed Wraps Champion Creativity & Expression
Smart Pet Food Cookers
BOTINKIT's Petco is the First Smart Cooking Appliance for Pets
All-in-One Meal Appliances
The 'ChefRobot' Works with More Than 500 Guided Recipes
Slim Modern Electric Griddles
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Boasts a Stylish Kitchen Appliance
Premade Gourmet Grilled Cheeses
A Friendly Bread Makes Premium, Convenient Frozen Sandwiches
Nonstop Food Processor Appliances
The Cuisinart Continuous Feed Food Processor Chops and More
Connected Voice Assistant Kettles
The WeeKett Smart WiFi Kettle Works with Many Tech Ecosystems
Contemporary Countertop Air Fryers
The VAVA Air Fryer Has Eight Preset Cooking Modes
Heat-and-Eat Toasts
Rudi's Bakery Creates Convenient, Quality Frozen Toasts
Professional Cooking Systems
The Pacojet 4 Micro-Purees Deep-Frozen Foods into Fine Textures
Automated Convection Bread Makers
This Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker Optimizes Baking
WiFi-Less Voice-Activated Appliances
JEM Brands Debuted AIWA INTELLIGENCE at CES 2024
Convenient Home Breadmakers
The 'Virtuoso Plus Breadmaker' Allows Consumers to Make Bread at Home
Digital-First Kitchen Collections
So Yummy by bella Products Come with Access to 100+ Recipes
Retail Food Preparation Stations
Urban Eat Debuts a Smart Retail Solution for its Food-to-Go Range
Heat-to-Eat Snack Ranges
This Urban Eat Food-to-Go Range Can Be Heated Inside its Packaging
Performance Kitchen Appliances
Maytag Launches New Performance Kitchen Appliance Series
AI-Powered Food Platforms
Samsung Food Offers Access to Recipes and More
Modern WiFi-Equipped Toasters
Revolution Cooking Previews its Advanced Revolution Toaster
Recipe-Recommending Smart Fridges
Samsung's Bespoke 4-Door Flex Refrigerator Offers "AI Vision"
Culinary Companion Platforms
Breville+ Features Recipes Exclusively Tested for Breville Appliances
Sleek Contemporary Smart Fridges
Rocco's Super Smart Fridge is Made to Enjoy Cocktails
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Mini Kitchen Vacuums
The Brigii MX30 Mini Vacuum Cleaner Keeps Kitchens Free from Crumbs
Commemorative Food Processors
Cuisinart is Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Its Food Processor
Flavor-Infused Breakfast Pastries
These New Eggo Flavors Focus on Classic Recipes and Tastes
Sleek Console-Inspired Toasters
Xbox Releases a New Console-Themed Toaster Including User Profiles
Food-Saving Recipe Generators
Recipe Generator is a Personalized Cooking Companion
Gourmet Meal Vending Machines
The Robot Chef Chulchul Box Offers Hot Gourmet Meals in 90 Seconds
Compact 5-in-1 Ovens
The Taste Plus is a Compact Dutch Oven for Cooking Efficiency
Streamlined Recipe Tools
RecipeMate Reduces Food Waste By Helping You Use What You Have
App-Guided Pasta Makers
The Philips 7000 Series Pasta Maker Whips Up Eight Portions in Minutes
Clean Microwavable Meals
Good To-Go's Microwavable Meal Cups Simplify Favorite Recipes
AI-Powered Cooking Ovens
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Four-in-One Countertop Cooking Appliances
The PowerXL Versa Chef Has 25 Preset Cooking Modes
Grocer-Connected Kitchen Appliances
Kroger and GE Appliances Partnered to Optimize Meal Prep
Meal Inspiration Apps
Omlete is a Meal Planning App Based on What's in Your Fridge
Personalized AI Culinary Assistants
SousChefAICaters to Diet Restrictions and Preferences
Smart Spice Grinders
The FlipTastic Rechargeable Gravity Grinder Boasts a Gravity Sensor
Savory Whole Grain Waffles
Trader Joe's New Whole Grain Waffles are a Simple but Perfect Breakfast
Multifunctional Retailer Ovens
The Alto-Shaam Prodigi Combination Oven Prepares Any Menu Item Fast
Sourdough Starter Countertop Devices
The Goldie by Sourhouse™ is a Premium Kitchen Appliance
Low-Cost Countertop Appliances
These New ProCook Small Kitchen Appliances are Built to Last
Modular Multifunctional Kitchen Appliances
Lars Junker & Mark Fung Design the Pronto and Alto
Air Fryer Ovens
KitchenAid's Wall Ovens with Air Fry Mode Combine Favorite Appliances
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Touchscreen Interface Smart Toasters
The Toasty One by Tineco Boasts Futuristic Features
Technologically-Advanced Grills
Chili's Announced its Plans to Make the 'Kitchen of the Future'
Chef-Prepared Home-Cooked Meals
Zomato Has Launched the 'Everyday' Home-Cooked Meal Service
Streamlined Grocery List Makers
HoneyDo Translates Spoken Word Into an Organized List
Streamlined Meal Planning Apps
Foodpot Helps with Meal Planning and Recipe Discovery
Protein-Packed Quick-Serve Meals
Perfect Servings Meals Just Need Water and Heating Before Eating