It was only a matter of time before the robots entered our kitchen. Everyday technological advances have been shaping our lives, and now we’re witnessing the robots taking over cooking and cleaning duties in India’s Silicon Valley.
From Robots to Smart Kitchen Appliances
- Robotic cleaners
- Smart kitchen appliances
- Robotically assisted cooking
The integration of these gadgets has revolutionised the way we manage our households. From mopping floors to preparing meals, they can do it all.
A New Normal in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, is leading the charge in embracing robots in the kitchen.
| Cities | Robots in the Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | Yes, widely used |
| New Delhi | No, but growing |
| Other cities | No |
Benefits of Robots in the Kitchen
- Economical: Saves time and money
- Efficient: Performs tasks quickly and accurately
- Convenient: Allows for hands-free operation
The benefits of robots in the kitchen are numerous, and they’re changing the way we live our lives.
Manisha’s Experience
Manisha Roy, a resident of Bengaluru, replaced her cook with a sophisticated kitchen robot seven months ago.
“Now I do other household chores while the food is getting ready because I know my food won’t be charred. The robot makes cooking fun, faster and easier,” she said.
She uses the robot to prepare meals, and it takes care of tasks such as chopping, sautéing, frying, stirring, steaming, and kneading.
Her kitchen robot can chop, sauté, fry, stir, steam, and knead. I just add the ingredients shown on the panel, as per the pre-loaded recipe. I don’t even have to be around while the robot performs the tasks, such as cutting vegetables or frying them.
She saved up to Rs 9,000 a year by replacing her cook with the robot.
“I used to pay her Rs 2,500 a month, but would end up doing a lot of the work myself. Now I’m saving a lot – up to Rs 9,000 a year,” she said.
Her husband, Naveen, has also become a foodie and often prepares meals with the robot’s help.
Challenging Traditional Gender Roles
Men are increasingly participating in domestic chores and entering the kitchen.
“Because of the kitchen robot, Naveen, for instance, has developed a passion for cooking and now prepares dishes his family enjoys,” she said.
