# Chopping Steel Spatulas The Machete Spatula Flips Burgers, Cuts and Opens Bottles By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-15 | Updated 2016-04-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-spatula References: [werd](http://www.werd.com/34238/machete-spatula/) & [amzn.to](http://amzn.to/1qsIeXy) The Machete Spatula is a steel spatula that's designed to offer chefs the best capabilities when it comes to cooking on the barbecue. The majority of spatulas on the market are designed for one thing and one thing only: flipping food. The Machete Spatula takes a different approach by incorporating [several uses into one unit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smith-blade) to increase productivity and effectiveness. Outfitted with a wooden handle, the steel spatula can flip just about any food ranging from burgers, to fish and is easily cleaned after use. The thin aesthetic allows it to cut into some foods yet isn't as sharp as a [traditional knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-knives) for additional safety. If you're using it while barbecuing, the Machete Spatula can also open bottles thanks to the bottling opening edge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multifunctional Cooking Tools:** The trend of developing cooking tools that have multiple uses provides an opportunity for innovative designs and increased efficiency. - **Hybrid Food Preparation:** The integration of different cooking functions into a single tool creates disruptive innovation opportunities for the food preparation industry. - **Safety-conscious Utensils:** The focus on creating kitchen utensils that prioritize safety, such as spatulas that are less sharp than traditional knives, opens up possibilities for improved user experience and reduced accidents. ### Who This Affects Most - **Kitchenware:** The kitchenware industry can capitalize on the trend of multifunctional cooking tools by developing innovative and versatile utensils that cater to the needs of modern consumers. - **Outdoor Cooking:** The outdoor cooking industry can leverage the concept of hybrid food preparation tools, such as the Machete Spatula, to offer unique and convenient solutions for cooking enthusiasts. - **Food Service:** The food service industry can explore the demand for safety-conscious utensils by implementing kitchen tools that prioritize both functionality and user safety, appealing to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Kitchen Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-multitools.md) - [Fully-Forged BBQ Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-grills.md) - [Dependable Rustic Camping Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-grilling-set.md) - [Versatile Ergonomic Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutluxe-knife-collection.md) - [Axe-Style Pizza Cutters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-axe.md) - [Artisan BBQ Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-knife-set.md) - [Refined Meat Slicing Scissors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precision-chef-kitchen.md) - [Posh Pocket-Friendly Steak Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-steak-knife.md) - [Heavy-Duty Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epicurean-bbq-board.md)