If the idea of being offline makes you feel uncomfortable, future-proofing your dining experience is worth considering. The kitchen isn’t simply an indifferent participant in the high-tech home revolution; it’s the leader of the pack. From smart fridges that allow you to ingredient check remotely to intelligent cookware that will ensure a perfectly tender steak, these high-tech buys will up the ‘sleek and smart’ in any kitchen.
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Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator
Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator
With in-built speakers, freshness tracking cameras and custom optimisation – the bottom right drawer can switch between a fridge or freezer at the touch of a button – this refined refrigerator is an entertainer’s dream. The smart fridge is also equipped with sleek touchscreen technology that allows shopping on the spot via the Woolworths app. Gamechanging for anyone prone to a forgetful spell at the supermarket. $7499; samsung.com.au
Magimix Cook Expert
Magimix Cook Expert
More than you average one-pot, this smart stainless dough can also whisk, steam, blend, puree, mix and make the smoothest dough. $2099; davidjones.com.au
Pantelligent Smart Frying Pan
Pantelligent Smart Frying Pan
Relying on guesswork when pan-frying is never advisable. This smart pan features an in-built temperature gauge that communicates via an app resulting in the perfect crisp. Pick one up on your next trip to the States and judge for yourself. _US$199; westelm.com_
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Tablet
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Tablet
A tablet makes the perfect kitchen companion. Lightweight, with copious storage, this one even allows for dual-screen viewing. From $548; samsung.com.au
Escali Bluetooth Kitchen Scale
Escali Bluetooth Kitchen Scale
Measurements. Nutritional advice. Food journaling. This smart scale does it all. $64.28; amazon.com
Hiku Shopping Button
Hiku Shopping Button
A voice-activated, aesthetically-pleasing kitchen buddy that scans barcodes and helps curate an always-accessible shopping list of favoured foods on your phone. $59; amazon.com
iDevices Kitchen Thermometer Mini
iDevices Kitchen Thermometer Mini
This thermometer gives the gift of time. You’ll get a notification sent straight to your iPad or iPhone when your dish is done, so there’s no need to be a helicopter chef. $59.95; syntricate.com.au