[Kennedy Felton]

Back when “Smart Home” premiered on Disney in 1999 – the idea of a smart home felt like science fiction. But now, more than 25 years later, it’s slowly becoming a reality. We’re taking a look at some of the latest food tech gadgets featured at CES that are changing the way we eat, drink, and cook.

First up – how did the concept of a beetle harvesting water lead to the creation of a self-filling coffee machine by Kara Water?

Cody Soodeen is the CEO of Kara Water – a company on a mission to make drinking water accessible.

Their appliance captures air, removes impurities, and uses a heat exchange process to condense the air into drinkable water.

“People are just switching to bottled water because the convenience of it.” “Specifically at home, would you prefer a bottle of water or a glass of water? And the answer is always the same. It’s always going to say a glass of water.” “This gives people who are pretty much bottled water drinkers the opportunity to have a glass at home. It’s the same, it’s clean, reliable and healthy.”

And it’s not just water – their newest innovation is a combo coffee brewer that self-fills water for your next cup.

Get a taste of this… if you’re trying to cut back on sodium – behold – the Electric Salt Spoon.

This gadget by Kirin Holdings enhances the saltiness and umami flavors of low sodium foods, making it seem like nothing is missing.

The Tokyo-based company notes Japanese adults consume nearly twice the World Health Organization’s recommended daily salt intake.

To address this, they created the Electric Salt Spoon which went on sale last year for about 120 US dollars. To use it, simply turn on the spoon, select the intensity, and use it as you would a regular utensil. It’s perfect for foods like curry, fried rice, and other meals in a bowl.

From a pinch of tech-savvy seasoning to tackling those post-dinner party dishes, Lissome offers a countertop dishwasher designed for efficiency and modern living.

The founder was inspired by his experiences living in big cities with small housing spaces.

“Many apartments and houses are very old and small. It’s difficult for people to install a normal dishwasher.”

This compact gadget measures at eleven inches in width and promises sparkling dishes in just 15 minutes. Its AI sensor detects water clarity, optimizing spray arm trajectory and water pressure to conserve resources. To make it yours, it’ll cost you 100-thousand dollars.

These food tech innovations highlight the growing intersection of technology and everyday life, from how we prepare our meals to how we manage our homes.