# Mexican Food AI Platforms SOMOS' Abuela AI Shares Recipes and Educates Users About Mexican Culture By Jana Pijak | Published 2023-10-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abuela-ai References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/somos-unveils-abuela-ai-pioneering-novel-ai--ar-initiatives-in-the-cpg-industry-301944511.html) & [abuela.ai](https://abuela.ai/)  Mexican food brand [SOMOS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/somos) is revolutionizing the CPG industry with Abuela AI, an AI and AR-powered platform that introduces a digital character named "Abuela Veronica." The digital likeness is based on SOMOS co-founder and CEO Miguel Leal's mother and can be accessed through the abuela.ai link. This platform seamlessly combines augmented reality, deep learning, generative AI, voice cloning, and digital avatar creation to pay tribute to all the ways Miguel Leal's mother inspired him. Abuela AI is designed to make Mexican cuisine more accessible and enjoyable for consumers, and features [grocery shopping and cooking recommendations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albertsons-3) while giving insight into Mexican culture. Whether you need help finding ingredients in store or are in need of quick dinner ideas, Abuela AI is there to assist through both voice recordings and personalized interactions. In addition to the digital platform, SOMOS has integrated a text-only version of Abuela AI with [WhatsApp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jos-mourinho), making it easy for users to receive real-time tips. Abuela AI also guides shoppers in physical grocery stores, using AR technology to help them locate the necessary ingredients for a delicious Mexican meal. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 18% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **AI-powered Food Platforms:** The integration of AI and AR technology in food platforms is revolutionizing the CPG industry, making it more accessible and enjoyable for consumers. - **Deep Learning in Culinary Experiences:** Deep learning techniques in culinary platforms offer personalized interactions and recommendations, enhancing the overall cooking and dining experience. - **Ar-integrated Grocery Shopping:** The use of augmented reality (AR) in grocery shopping platforms helps customers locate ingredients in physical stores, ensuring a seamless and efficient shopping experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Industry:** The integration of AI, AR, and deep learning in food platforms presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the food industry, enhancing consumer engagement and accessibility. - **CPG Industry:** AI-powered food platforms have the potential to disrupt the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry by offering personalized recommendations and enhancing the overall customer experience. - **Retail Industry:** AR-integrated grocery shopping platforms present disruptive innovation opportunities for the retail industry, providing customers with a seamless and efficient shopping experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [People-Powered Intelligence Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abuela-intelligence.md) - [AI-Generated Avocado Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocados-from-mexico-1.md) - [AI-Powered Recipe Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guacaimole.md) - [AI-Backed Food Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hormel-foods.md) - [AI-Powered Recipe Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookaifood.md) - [AI Recipe Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granny-cooks-for-me.md) - [AI-Created Hot Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-created-hot-sauces.md) - [AI-Powered Sous Chefs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botatouille.md) - [GenAI Avocado Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guacline.md)