N1 is committed to staying informed about industry trends and technological advancements as a leading supplier of the best quality meat Cape Town and Johannesburg have to offer. That’s why we keep a close eye on the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) – a renowned trade event in Las Vegas that showcases cutting-edge consumer electronics from around the world. While CES isn’t solely focused on the food and beverage sector, its ‘Food Tech’ section highlights the latest innovations in food production, preparation, and delivery, offering valuable insights into the future of the industry. Here are our top 5 items taken from Kitchn’s best of CES 2025.
1. Kirin Electric Salt Spoon
This next product just might be the most imaginative on the list: Kirin’s Electric Salt Spoon. This gadget is already available for sale in the brand’s native Japan, although its presence (and popularity) at CES 2025 suggests a stateside launch is imminent. If you maybe consume more salt than you’d like, then this one might be for you. The idea of the Electric Salt Spoon is to simulate the taste of everyone’s favorite seasoning with electricity. This makes food taste saltier, except without — you know — salt. You can even select from four different levels of saltiness! It’s ingenious!
2. Anker SOLIX EverFrost Electric Cooler
Perfect for campers, beach-goers, and any other outdoor enthusiast, the new SOLIX EverFrost Electric Cooler from Anker is a total must-have. With 100W Solar Input paneling, this cooler can keep your drinks or food chilly for up to 42 hours, without any ice involved — just harnessing the energy of the sun. You can even control it from your phone and adjust the temperature exactly to your liking.
3. LG Signature Smart Instaview Over-the-Range Microwave
If you thought microwaves had been replaced by the air fryer, think again. Part of the LG Signature lineup debuted exclusively at CES, the LG Smart InstaView Microwave features three built-in cameras to monitor your meal in real time — and they can even film your dish cooking in time-lapse. When mounted and paired with the LG Signature induction cooktop, you can also monitor your stovetop and microwave cooking simultaneously.
4. Hisense FreshVault French Door Refrigerator
Every home cook has experienced the heartbreak of food going bad in the refrigerator. The new FreshVault French Door Refrigerator from Hisense promises to put an end to that: It features a vacuum-sealed drawer that promises to keep food fresh and bacteria-free for up to five days. It also features another drawer with VersaTemp+ technology, which promises to keep wines and beverages fresh, too, using temperature control and an anti-UV glass door.
5. Agari Kitchen Smart Oven
Everyone loves the results of sous vide cooking, but the process can be a little lengthy. Enter: Agari Kitchen, a new smart appliance that promises to outpace your air fryer and your pressure cooker. Its unique double-wall design promises “low temperature precision cooking followed by an instant sear, all in one device.”
While exploring emerging technologies is always fascinating, our top priority remains the same – delivering the highest quality food, exceptional service, and reliable delivery to you, our valued customers. And don’t forget, we offer more than just the finest quality meat Cape Town has to offer – our range also includes a variety of frozen foods and ready-to-bake pastries. Contact us for more.
