# Steamy Food Warmers The Vap Steamer Reheats Those Left-Overs With Steam By Meghan Young | Published 2010-01-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vap-steamer References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/01/04/lets-get-steamy/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [arthursenant.fr](http://www.arthursenant.fr/art/web/home.php) In my eyes, the only thing I’ve ever associated with [reheating food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwave-air-fryer) is the microwave, so I’m very interested in this Vap Steamer. Taking the older concept of using [steam to reheat food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-flex-air-fryer), it offers a healthier alternative when warming up those [left-overs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodtusker). Designed by Arthur Senant, the Vap Steamer also offers a more energy efficient alternative to other reheating methods. The Vap Steamer definitely something to consider if you’re looking for a new microwave. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Steam Food Warmers:** The Vap Steamer introduces a healthier alternative for reheating leftovers using steam. - **Energy Efficient Reheating:** The Vap Steamer offers a more energy efficient option for reheating food. - **Alternative Reheating Methods:** The Vap Steamer provides an alternative to traditional microwave reheating. ### Where This Applies - **Kitchen Appliances:** The Vap Steamer is a disruptive innovation opportunity for the kitchen appliance industry. - **Sustainable Cooking:** The Vap Steamer aligns with the trend of sustainable cooking and presents opportunities in this industry. - **Food Storage Solutions:** The Vap Steamer addresses the need for efficient food storage solutions and opens avenues for innovation in this industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Steam Heating Lunch Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfheating-lunch-box.md) - [Microwave-Friendly Wooden Steamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-paulownia-steamer.md) - [Steam-Powered Dishwasher Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-steam-cleaner.md) - [Infrared Heating Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatwave-go-n01.md) - [Sustainable Smart Cookers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sevvy-smart-cooker.md) - [Oven-Like Microwave Cooking Containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rangemate.md) - [Steam-Enabled Air Fryers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-flex-air-fryer.md) - [Preservation-Focused Food Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evereo.md) - [Smart Kitchen Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-hot-dog-steamer.md)