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Kitchen Tech Basics

Why Setup Friction Can Ruin a Good Appliance

incorrect installation causes damage

If you place appliances on rough or textured surfaces, setup friction can…

TheSmartSous Team
June 20, 2026

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Accessible Kitchen Tech

Before AI Runs the Kitchen Supply Chain, Put It Through a Bad Week

Firmulate’s live AI company experiment tests crisis judgment, trust and…

TheSmartSous Team
September 30, 2026

Nestlé Breaks Down Its Path To 2030 For Virgin Plastic Reduction

Trends & Innovations

Nestlé Breaks Down Its Path To 2030 For Virgin Plastic Reduction

Nestlé's strategy targets a 12%-17% cut in virgin plastic by 2030 from 2018, relying…

TheSmartSous Team
September 30, 2026

2026 Price Map: What An Espresso Martini Costs On Average In All 50 U.S. States

Coffee & Beverage Tech

2026 Price Map: What An Espresso Martini Costs On Average In All 50 U.S. States

VinePair and Ground Signal report a $14.38 U.S. average, with Hawaii highest at $16.92…

TheSmartSous Team
September 29, 2026

For The Best Pasta With Meat Sauce, Add A Potato

Food Science & Technique

For The Best Pasta With Meat Sauce, Add A Potato

A Kitchn food editor reports that potato cooked in a tomato-based meat sauce absorbs…

TheSmartSous Team
September 29, 2026