# Foolproof Culinary Modern kitchen appliances take the guesswork out of preparation. By [Courtney Scharf](https://www.trendhunter.com/Courtney), Chief Client Officer | Published Mar 29, 2017 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/foolproof-culinary ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.2/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Foolproof Culinary trend? **Foolproof Culinary:** Marrying modern consumers' competing desire to create things for themselves and need for convenience, cooking appliances are being designed to work in a more automated way. Providing users with reassurance that their meals will turn out as desired and limiting their involvement in the process, this approach to modern appliances is gaining traction. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 2, 2016 to Dec 28, 2018 - Published: Mar 29, 2017 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Foolproof Culinary trend ### Automated Cooking Appliances Kitchen appliances are increasingly being developed to work in a more automated way, alleviating the hassle of cooking. ### IoT-enabled Devices for Kitchen The integration of IoT technology in cooking appliances is gaining traction, enabling users to access recipes, cooking instructions and audio alerts in real-time. ### Multipurpose Meal Cookers The popularity of multipurpose meal cookers have surged as a solution to expedite meal preparation, maximize kitchen space, and increase convenience. ## What the Foolproof Culinary trend means for industry ### For Smart Home Smart home technology manufacturers can incorporate IoT-enabled innovative cooking appliances to expand their product offerings and lead the market. ### For Food Equipment and Services Restaurant suppliers can consider offering automated, versatile and multipurpose cooking appliances, which can aid chefs in food preparation and improve kitchen efficiency. ### For Consumer Electronics Consumer electronics manufacturers can tap into the growing trend of automated and IoT-enabled kitchen appliances creating new products to diversify their portfolio. ## Workshop question What's a process your consumer is intimidated by? What role could you play in guiding them through that activity? ## Trend signals for Foolproof Culinary Trend score 4.2 out of 10, from popularity 64%, activity 54%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 64% - Activity: 54% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Foolproof Culinary trend 7 featured examples from Apr 2, 2016 to Dec 28, 2018. - [Multi-Dish Meal Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meal-cooking): The Haier Multipurpose Cooker Makes Meal Cooking a Simpler Affair (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The kitchen appliance industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating versatile and efficient meal cooking appliances. - [Versatile Specialty Coffee Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-coffee-machine): The Ninja Coffee Bar Glass Carafe System is All-in-One (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design cutting-edge coffee machines that combine advanced brewing technology with user-friendly interfaces for the home appliance industry. - [Automated Rice Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-cooking): The 'Rorico' Rice Cooking Appliance Constantly Stirs Ingredients (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Manufacturers in the appliances industry can explore the development of automated cooking appliances like the 'Rorico' to revolutionize how people cook. - [IoT-Integrated Multi-Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmia): 'GKM9000' by Gourmia Enhances Cooking with Wi-Fi Connectivity (Category: Art & Design) Implication: More than ever, smart kitchens are becoming a part of the larger trend towards the creation of the fully-integrated smart home. - [Preset Recipe Kitchen Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-cookers): The Manic Organics Slow Cooker Automatically Makes Different recipes (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Manufacturers of home appliances can integrate preset recipe and dynamic heating features into their kitchen product lines to stay ahead in the market. - [Heated Preparation Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozencut-knife): The 'FrozenCut' Knife Quickly Cuts Through Cold Meats and More (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The foodservice industry could benefit from the implementation of heated kitchen tools like the 'FrozenCut' knife, as it would make the preparation of frozen foods more efficient. - [Compact Sous Vide Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sous-vide-precision-cooker): The Anova Nano Sous Vide Precision Cooker Easily Stows in a Drawer (Category: Art & Design) Implication: As sous vide appliances become more popular and affordable, companies in the home appliance industry have opportunities to develop and innovate in this space. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)