High-tech kitchen gadgets promising hands-off cooking have struggled to gain traction in the U.S., despite their popularity abroad. Devices like automated food processors and smart appliances have failed to meet expectations, leaving many consumers skeptical of their practicality. Industry experts suggest cultural differences and consumer habits may be key factors behind the slow uptake. The contrast with European markets, where such tools have found more success, raises questions about the future of kitchen automation in America.
Overly autonomous cooking tools and kitchen appliances have largely whiffed in the US market. While culinary robots like the Thermomix have made inroads in Europe and elsewhere, adoption in the US has ...
