Refers to any equipment/supplies that are automated, adding high-tech convenience to the commercial kitchen space. Entries may possess one or more of a range of assets such as assisting waste reduction, waste sorting, allowing users to measure and monitor the cooking process, offering self-cleaning technology, enabling healthier/tailored cooking results, enabling automatic shut-off to prevent risk of fire. Essentially saving energy, water and/or other resources.

May include but not restricted to: smart dishwashers, smart refrigerators, smart ovens, thermometers and smart scales, smart cookware and cooktops, and others such as smart coffee makers and kettles.

Additional criteria:

• Integration of Technology   
• Internet of Things – from coffee makers to ovens
• Programmable equipment for more automated cooking processes
• Conserve energy or water

Refers to front of house serving equipment including portable products, tableware, cutlery ancillary equipment, tabletop equipment, Porcelain / Earthenware/ Chinaware, Glassware / Crystal ware, trolleys, serveware or serving tools.

Additional criteria:

• Elevated tableware and serving ware that up the aesthetic for a trendier customer base
• Innovative Design
• Ergonomic, lightweight or cleverly designed equipment
• Demonstration of innovation and creativity of the product

Refers to any coffee machinery or accessories such as Coffee Beans, Coffee Roasters, Coffee Machines, Roasters, Brewing, Espresso and Roasting Equipment.

Additional criteria:

• Better Technology
• Coffee dispensers and barware that enable specialty beverage trends
• Internet of Things
• Equipment and supplies that greatly reduce time spent on cleaning and maintenance
• Ergonomics