Americans love their kitchen gadgets, spending $9 billion on them in 2016. With the ability to do everything from steam to blend to knead in one machine, the Thermomix TM5 is looking to change how people cook. And with a device sold every 26 seconds, it’s quickly winning the hearts of home chefs.

Grocery stores have seen business boom as Americans have sought out shelf-stable foods to prepare for life under lockdown. What does this mass uptake of non-perishables reveal about the ways people are eating during the crisis? And will their taste for these products last post-COVID-19?

There’s no lack of choice in the cookware market, which is more of a curse than a blessing for decision-fatigued Gen Yers. In addition to the lean product line from Great Jones, its attractive design and modest price-point has secured the brand a place in the hearts of Gen Yer home cooks.

Boasting a built-in virtual assistant, Bluetooth speakers, and a transparent touchscreen, LG’s InstaView ThinQ fridge is designed to help owners cut down on food waste and better manage domestic tasks. By focusing on functionality rather than flash, it’s setting the template for smart home tech.