We've been writing about (and working in) the smart kitchen space for several years now, and it kind of feels like 2019 was the year the smart kitchen matured. Don't get me wrong, there's still a long way to go. Adoption is still relatively low compared to the rest of the smart home, and smart kitchen appliance manufacturers are still working out which features are truly important to home cooks. Still, what once was the domain of innovative start-ups went mainstream in 2019,

Smart appliance manufacturers have been jumping on board with recipe content for several years now. Companies like Bosch, LG and GE have partnered with content providers and apps to help power their appliances. In May, BSH Hausgeräte GmbH announced that they had invested in Chefling. At a recent Electrolux future kitchen event, panelists included Recipe Guru CEO Niamh Sterling and Drop's Ben Harris. Home cooking is experiencing a bit of a resurgence too. More of us are happy

At the 2019 Electrolux Future Kitchen event in Stockholm, David Cronström spoke about the value that voice is adding to the kitchen, and how advancements in AI are bringing a voice and a brain to the heart of the home. It's true that many consider the kitchen the heart of their homes. It's where we cook, eat and entertain. Smart kitchen technology should enhance this experience rather than detract from it, and when designed with the consumer in mind, voice technology can do j

In an uncertain time for retail, one thing is certain: a one-size-fits-all approach no longer cuts it when it comes to attracting new customers, fostering loyalty and increasing sales. 75% of consumers are more likely to buy from a retailer that recognises them by name, recommends options based on past purchases, or knows their purchase history. Retailers are not alone in understanding the importance of personalisation. Smart appliance manufacturers know that it is vital to t

The kitchen is considered by many to be the heart of the home, but smart innovation means that it's quickly becoming the brain too. If you attended Smart Kitchen Summit, or simply followed the action on Twitter, you'll have seen everything from a smart sous-vide machine to a crepe robot. While consumers are embracing technology in every aspect of their lives, the challenge for innovators is to produce appliances and apps that genuinely help people get the best out of their ki