# Flavor-Inducing Outdoor Mesh Pans The Mesh Pan has an Open Design for a Smokey Flavor Palette By Amy Duong | Published 2024-02-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesh-pan References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/02/18/this-genius-mesh-pan-gives-your-food-a-signature-smoky-flavor-as-it-cooks/)  Takashi Sekimitsu and GateLightDesign Client work together to create the Mesh Pan for client, NORIDOMI IRON WORKS Co., Ltd. It has a controlled approach to grilling blending the elements of a traditional grill with the function of a [cast iron pan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fish-skillet). The Mesh Pan is made to look like a regular pan with a mesh-lined base at the bottom for an open structure that cooks food directly over the fire. This allows the [smoke and heat to pass through](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thaan-grill) which allows the flavor and aromas to meet the food for a delectable smokey taste. The food cooks over the fire and when grease drips, it causes more smoke to evoke from the [charcoal and onto the food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertical-offset-charcoal-smoker). Image Credit: Takashi Sekimitsu & GateLightDesign ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smokey Flavors Integration:** Opportunity for integrating smoky flavors into grilling with open mesh design. - **Hybrid Grilling Solutions:** Innovative approach blending traditional grill elements with cast iron pan functions. - **Enhanced Grilling Experience:** Elevated grilling experience by allowing smoke and heat to infuse foods directly. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Cooking Equipment:** Revolutionizing outdoor cooking equipment with mesh-based pans for enhanced flavor profiles. - **Kitchenware Manufacturing:** Redefining kitchenware manufacturing by combining grill and pan functionalities in a single product. - **Culinary Innovation:** Driving culinary innovation by enabling direct infusion of smoke and heat for flavorful cooking techniques. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Open-Style Campfire Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ember-kitchen-open-fire-cook-kit.md) - [Cast-Iron Recipe Smokers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cast-iron-smoker-skillet.md) - [High-Heat Bamboo Meat Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apix-bamboo-tabletop-meat-grill.md) - [Ultra-Compact Cooking Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-grill.md) - [Air-Circulating Outdoor Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ninja-woodfire-outdoor-grill.md) - [Air-Infused Cookware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airtaste-cookware.md) - [Theatrical Electric Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-teppanyaki.md) - [Multilayer Portable Charcoal Grills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbeall-portable-charcoal-grill.md) - [Multi-Zone Geometric Frying Pans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ilean-pan.md)