Kitchenware International February 2022

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elcome to the first issue of Kitchenware International for 2022. What a year it has been! Filled with the usual pandemicinspired trials and tribulations but luckily for the kitchenware fraternity, key shows such as The Inspired Home Show in Chicago will go ahead as planned. The Chicago event, in particular, is enormous for the kitchenware fraternity and thousands of top-tier brands will be in attendance at the show which runs from 5 to 7 March. As an added safety precaution against Covid-19, the IHA Board of Directors has decided to eliminate the last day of the 2022 event, however, the show will resume its normal four-day pattern in March of 2023.

This year’s event will have strict Covid precautions in place along with the shortened schedule.

As part of the show requirements, exhibitors and attendees will have to demonstrate proof of vaccination or produce a negative Covid-19 test that had been administered in the previous 72 hours.

Once onsite at McCormick Place, exhibitors and attendees must also follow the additional protocols mandated by the State of Illinois and the City of Chicago. Currently, these include an indoor masking mandate and a proof of vaccination requirement to purchase and consume food and beverages in designated communal eating/drinking areas. It is also worth noting that rapid

antigen and PCR testing will be available onsite at The Inspired Home Show so that international visitors can test in advance of returning to their home country, creating an easy and effective way for international attendees to adhere to travel policies.

If needed, unvaccinated attendees can also use this service to be tested onsite to demonstrate a negative test in order to enter the show. You can find our preview of The Inspired Home Show on page 33.

This month’s magazine also features a selection of great new products which are must-haves for shop shelves, you’ll find those from page 17 onwards. Speaking of shop shelves, our retail interview is with The Chefs Shop – a really fantastic store in the tiny island nation of Bermuda. Turn to page 26 to read more.

We also have interview with Horwood, find out more about GEFU’s exciting new products, we hear from Allinox and learn more about Fiskars premium kitchenware brand forging new pathways in exciting markets.

This month’s magazine features a selection of great new products which are musthaves for shop shelves

Mairead Wilmot

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News t he latest international round-up 10 Category: Coffee A look at products in the coffee genre 14 In Focus: Fiskars 16 Column: Seeba on India’s journey towards becoming an omnichannel society 17 New Collections: The latest releases in the kitchenware market

24 Interview: Horwood 26 Retail: The Chefs Shop, Bermuda 30 In Focus: GEFU 32 Preview: Spring Fair 33 Preview: The Inspired Home Show 34 Column: BHETA

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Amefa marks 90 years Amefa is celebrating 90 years in operation! The 'Apeldoornsche Messenfabriek' (Knife Factory Apeldoorn), was initially founded by Eugen Hollaender in 1931.

The Amefa Group has now expanded to include seven subsidiaries selling more than 500,000 products a day in 65 countries worldwide, with 300 dedicated employees that know all about retail and hospitality.

Pictured is the Leaves collection.

Eko expands no-touch soap dispensers

Eko Home has expanded its popular no-touch soap dispenser range with the introduction of Aroma Lite. The touch-free hygienic dispenser allows you to set the quantity of soap being dispensed while the magnetic charging point offers a fast and efficient recharge. The waterproof, transparent piece has a 300ml capacity and you can clearly see how much soap is left in the dispenser.

Aroma Lite joins the Aroma (pictured) and Aroma Steel.

Horwood strengthens their commercial team

Louise Ayres (top right) has joined Horwood as their new business development manager, covering their South East territory and Key Retail accounts.

National sales manager Brendan Holley says: “Louise joins the team from the lighting industry and is a great addition to the Horwood Independent sales team.”

Meanwhile, in the marketing team, Horwood welcomes Tamara Gavriloff (bottom right) who joins as e commerce executive, taking ownership of Horwood’s digital activity and website development.

Not just any old iron!

Take note of...

The Always Pan in spice An online sensation, The Always Pan from Our Place has been on the receiving end of plenty of attention, no doubt thanks to a solid marketing plan. The do-it-all pan, which has been designed to replace eight traditional pieces of cookware, comes in a variety of colourways – none more on-trend than spice.

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A vintage wartime iron that’s still going strong after 80 years has been named the country’s oldest working Morphy Richards appliance. Ivy Sutton, the grandmother of Chris West, 56, picked up her stalwart clothes presser in the 1940s for 41 shillings, a hefty price tag at a time when materials were in short supply.

But the original Senior iron turned out to be a bargain buy, becoming a family heirloom when Ivy gifted it to her grandson as a housewarming present when he moved into his first flat in the 1980s. Mr West, from Petts Wood in south-east London, contacted Morphy Richards after the leading home appliances brand launched a nationwide hunt for the oldest working appliance to mark its 85th anniversary.

Andreas Fredriksson, category director home, at Morphy Richards, said: “During our 85 years we’ve strived to create ground-breaking products that stand the test of time, and it’s been great to hear Chris’ story and to know his grandmother’s iron is still going strong after all these years, highlighting a fascinating piece of Morphy Richards history.

“Morphy Richards has certainly grown since starting as a small independent business back in 1936, but our ethos of creating reliable products lives on, and we’re proud to have been part of people’s homes for 85 years.”

Spotlight on sustainability

Inspired by Very Peri Pantone announced its colour of the year recently with the delightful Very Peri taking the crown. Stelton, in their wisdom, already have products which perfectly fit the colour trend.

Take this To Go Click travel mug in Lupin. The To Go Click travel mug lets you enjoy hot and cold drinks when you are on the go and come in two sizes 0.2 l. and 0.4 l.

Both sizes of the mugs are made of high-quality stainless steel. The 0.4 l version comes with a double layer and vacuum, which ensures a high thermo effect and retains the temperature of your favourite drink for many hours.

The spring colours are inspired by nature and wild flowers.

And for the kitchen, take note of the EM77 vacuum jug in Lupin.

Each season the iconic EM77 vacuum jug is presented in new colours in a limited number. The bright lupin was inspired by nature and wild flowers. It lights up modern interiors and naturally complements kitchens and interiors in fresh pastels.

New Natural Elements From Natural Elements comes a range of new wood fibre eco tools are 100 per cent recyclable, super durable and non-scratch. Unlike other wood tools they are heat resistant to 170°C and dishwasher friendly. The range includes four essential kitchen tools - a spoon, slotted spoon, scraper spatula and pasta server, as well as a four-piece set. Extensive printed point of sale and downloadable digital assets are available for the brand to help get the message out there to eco-conscious consumers. Stores are also able to create their own sustainable solutions zones with Natural Elements hot spot merchandisers, encouraging people to make simple swaps at point of purchase.

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Kilner Berry Fruit Preserve Jar The Kilner Berry Fruit Preserve Jar is perfect for storing and preserving healthy, homegrown foods. Featuring a unique, novelty berry-shaped design, it comes with a silver-coloured, two-piece lid system comprising a tin disc and screw band, which helps ensure a secure vacuum seal is achieved, keeping the contents fresher for longer.

The jar capacity is 400ml, the perfect size for storing jellies, preserves and especially jams.

Each jar is made from high-quality soda-lime glass and made from natural ingredients, so no harmful toxins leak into the food. Made to last and never for single use, Kilner continues to tackle plastic waste with its ethos of reduce, reuse, refill and recycle.

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Cooks Innovations launches the Ripple Cooks Innovations has launched its cuttingedge patented Ripple – a contemporary, modular bottle-stacking mat.

“This unique bottle-stacking mat will keep bottles and cans from rolling around in the fridge or pantry,” said Nicolas Perrupato, Cooks Innovations, CEO. “Not only are the Ripple mats effective in keeping bottles and cans in place they provide customised and condensed storage space as well.”

The patented Ripple Bottle Stacking Mat Set of Two holds larger bottles up to 90 mm diameter. The larger footprint of the Ripple provides a more stable mat for large bottles.

The contemporary design can be used individually or clipped together with as few or as many Ripple mats as needed.

Interview Allinox

We serve, you cook!

Beka Nori

Brabantia Tasty+

Beka Evolution

Elise De Paepe, marketing manager at Allinox, parent company of Beka and Kitchen Fun, tells us about the exciting new developments in-house...

‘We Serve. You Cook’ is your new slogan and a great way to sum the company up! What other new things can we expect from Allinox in 2022?

A lot of new product development!

We keep our focus on creating quality cookware for every kind of chef. We want to help people to enjoy every cooking moment and thus, we want to serve cookware for every type of chef. At Allinox we strive for happiness, we are all enthusiasts who love to cook and talk openly with our partners, they bring back constructive criticism that feeds our design offices. It is by listening that we improve again and again.

You have a new website and new external communications, what impact, if any, will there be on your brands Beka and Kitchen Fun? Allinox is the headquarters for Beka and Kitchen Fun so, of course, we will also extend this new communication to our customers. Beka’s corporate

identity was renewed two years ago, so visually you will not see any adjustment there. However, you will notice that we are increasingly looking for sustainable ways of communication. In Allinox’s updated strategy, we want to continue on a more sustainable path as much as possible.

For example, we removed all plastics from our Beka product presentations and packaging.

What will your hero products be for 2022?

We have some new products in development to launch this summer. I can’t tell you much about that yet. But it will definitely be worth the wait!

For our brand Beka cookware we are also in full development to give the removable handles in Evolution a new look. By removing the handles, the pots and pans can be stored very compactly. We continue to focus on innovation and ease of use. In addition, every new grip within our range is rigorously tested for ergonomics.

Did you know?

Allinox removed all plastics from Beka product presentations and packaging.

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For our Beka Nori cast iron range, we have also recently designed perfectly fitting leather handles that can remain in place during cooking (made of high-quality and recycled leather). This allows the user to hold the cast iron pots at any time without having to reach for oven mitts or kitchen towels.

In our Brabantia cookware collection we are currently focusing on the Indu+ set, we’ve extended our Dutch series and are extremely proud to launch our Tasty+ cookware series.

Will customers be able to see your team at any global trade shows this year?

As you know, unfortunately, Ambiente will not take place this year. We find that very unfortunate, we were equipped with a new stand and were very much looking forward to having that personal contact with our customers again.

Explaining our plans and our products and building a sincere relationship is better if you can start a personal conversation, I believe. We will definitely attend PLMA in Amsterdam with Allinox.

And as always we’ll take part in Maison&Objet in Paris with Brabantia cookware, our brands Beka cookware and Kitchen Fun. We are looking forward already!

Trend focused Allinox has been nominated for the prestigious Trends Gazellen Award 2022 in Belgium.

“It’s a nice reward for the hard work of our team these recent years. It’s the Belgian business and finance magazine, Trends, who selects these ‘Trends Gazelles’,” explains Elise. “These are fast-growing, competitive companies with a positive impact on the business environment in their region.

We dedicate this nomination to our employees, our customers and our partners, who help us continue to grow.”

Elise adds that Allinox “follow trends, we listen, develop and adapt ourselves” and with that in mind, the company realised it was time to adapt its website and its external communication as well. “The new site delivers rich new content in a modern and organised layout to provide you with easy access to our company information. It was time to renew our website!

This reflects the passionate, stylish and forward-looking culture of our company.”

Visit Allinox.be to learn more.

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CATEGORY Coffee

Price & Kensington The simple yet stylish Sweet Bee collection is sure to liven up any kitchen table. Featuring a cute flying bumblebee design, the lidded items feature a hand-painted bee handle and a bold, yellow glaze as a striking finishing touch. The collection includes an array of coordinating items, including porcelain dinnerware, tabletop accessories and glassware. New to the Sweet Bee range is the metal bread bins and the matching metal tea, coffee, and sugar storage tins.

The Foodie single cup coffee machine and milk frother are perfect compact kitchen appliances for coffee enthusiasts.

The coffee machine quickly and easily brews a great cup of coffee to go or to stay. The height of the coffee machine is suitable for both a regular cup and a to-go cup for taking your coffee with you. It takes just 3½ minutes to fill the cup.

The milk-frother can either froth and heat milk or simply heat it, so you can make your coffee exactly the way you like it. Of course, you can grind your coffee beans for brewing in the FOODIE coffee grinder.

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Coffee is king...

Coffee, surely one of the most universally in-demand drinks there is? We highlight some chic options to update your offering

Melitta The recently launched Latticia OT (One Touch) automatic bean to cup coffee machine creates top-tier barista style drinks from the comfort of your own kitchen. Thanks to its double foaming function, the new technology enables higher temperatures to get milk well and truly foamed – complete with a fine-pored froth. By clicking on the One Touch button you can choose from different coffee serves with just one (simple) touch – plus the silent grinder grinds the coffee extra quietly. Other features include: an XL water tank (1.5l), a 250g bean container and a Double Cup mode for the preparation of two identical drinks simultaneously.

For trade enquires please contact EPE International Limited (p: 0844 800 8055)

epeinternational.com “We very much expect sales of good quality coffee machines to do well in 2022, especially as many people continue to work from home and want to create top-tier barista style drinks from the comfort of their own kitchen (and now workspace). Key to meeting this demand is to offer a wide range of products and functionalities which suit all price points and make great tasting coffee.”

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CATEGORY Coffee “Our cafetieres feature fine mesh filters to extract maximum flavour and are designed for years of use, with thermal shock and heat resistant borosilicate glass. Our espresso makers conduct heat quickly for fast brewing and feature long lasting silicone gaskets. A host of products within the brand cover both coffee and tea including espresso pots, cafetières, coffee cups, accessories and teapots with filters for trending infusion teas. Built to last, innovative and exciting, our products will never stop getting better.”

Claire Budgen, commercial and marketing director, Lifetime Brands Europe

GEFU GEFU turns your own kitchen into your personal coffee shop.

Coffee indulgence which is also climate-friendly and sustainable.

Because all GEFU products work without power, avoid waste and are durable, as witnessed by the five to 10-year guarantee periods. This means that everyone can contribute towards saving vital resources and protecting the climate and environment, one cup at a time.

GEFU’s assortment of products includes: A Permanent Coffee Filter Insert from the ARABICA collection made of particularly durable stainless steel and plastic. Suitable for coffee machines and manual coffee filters (such as Coffee Filter ANGELO and the Porcelain Coffee Filter SANDRO size 4

by GEFU), its microfilter structure provides perfectly aromatic, freshly brewed coffee indulgence every day. Next is the Coffee Capsule Set from the CONSCIO collection. To fill the capsules suitable for standard original Nespresso machines, simply place a funnel onto the empty capsule, fill with espresso grounds using the measuring spoon and compact using the tamper. From the same collection is the Funnel and Coffee Measure with Tamper.

The Coffee Capsules CONSCIO can be perfectly filled using the Pro Set CONSCIO. Simply place the funnel onto the capsule, fill with your favourite coffee using the measuring spoon and then lightly press using the practical tamper. GEFU also present a Coffee Grounds Collection Container, again from CONSCIO. If you use the Coffee Capsules CONSCIO, then you won't want to be without the Coffee Grounds Collection Container CONSCIO. It enables the coffee capsules to be emptied quickly, conveniently and cleanly. www.gefu.com

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La Cafetière Coffee is king and the continued growing consumer desire to emulate the café experience at home presents a golden opportunity. La Cafetière celebrates authentic design by coffee experts for coffee lovers.

Recognising La Cafetière’s global heritage, 2022 sees the launch of new styles, beautiful shapes and mindful textures, and of course the performance you can expect from La Cafetière. New Pisa cafetières feature contoured curves with natural textures for mindful moments, the bestselling Monaco shape is redefined in on-trend colours and Roma boasts a simple design for straightforward brewing in classic style. Venice espresso makers feature natural textures for a distinctively different look.

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Bredemeijer A generously sized double wall coffee maker from Leopold Vienna for the keen coffee lover. It can hold 1 litre, which is the equivalent of about 8 cups of coffee. The coffee maker has a double wall, which means that the coffee is kept at the right temperature for a very long time.

Available in a mat stainless-steel version, black as well as red.

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THE SHOW IS ON “The International Housewares Association is very pleased to welcome buyers and product suppliers to Chicago to attend The Inspired Home Show® 2022, taking place in March. We are doing everything possible behind the scenes to ensure that we’re ready for your arrival by making adjustments to create a safe, healthy and productive environment.

We very much look forward to seeing you in Chicago March 5-7!”

5-7 MARCH 2022 | CHICAGO TheInspiredHomeShow.com

— DEREK MILLER, President, International Housewares Association

Hear what your colleagues have to say about the Show…

CHICAGO

“The Inspired Home Show has been on my calendar for a long time. This is where you see what’s big “over there” and which may not have completely hit home here in Europe. This is where there is a great opportunity to meet new and innovative brands, trends that are on the way, and this is also where you are confirmed about what to invest even more in—products seen both at the fair and also in the many retail stores that can be visited in Chicago. The Inspired Home Show is a good eye opener for many things and Chicago is a great city to host this Show!”

— JENS BERG, Category Manager, Imerco A/S, Denmark

“True to its name, The Inspired Home Show has always inspired me to discover new products and innovations and find new opportunities for forging partnerships with vendors. I always discover the latest key consumer and lifestyle trends as well as industry design. If Disneyland is the coveted playground of the kids, IHA is the haven for home buyers and merchants alike searching for strategic insights on key developments and differentiated offerings. Definitely worth the visit!

Can’t wait to come back!”

— GINA BONOAN, Merchandising Group Manager, Stores Specialists Inc., Philippines

For more information and to register for your free entrance badge, please visit TheInspiredHomeShow.com.

“I cannot wait to get back out to Chicago and The Inspired Home Show!

It’s everything I’ve missed about the housewares industry these past 18 and more months. New and exciting product, innovation and upcoming trends—all in a fantastic venue and an amazing city.

Is it March yet?”

— KATHRYN FARRELL, Buyer, Lakeland Ltd, United Kingdom

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In Focus FISKARS

The Scandi

kitchen Already an established name in Scandanavia, Fiskars premium brand kitchenware is forging new pathways in exciting markets such as Germany

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Did you know?

Norden is manufactured in Finland and made from 70 per cent recycled materials.

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ucessfuilly established in Scandanavia for many years, Fiskars is expanding its reach further afield.

Most recently, the famed brand is taking off at German POS and positioning its premium products in the luxury segment.

From September, customers at the KaDeWe department store in Berlin have been able to discover Fiskars products in a feel-good, premium ambience at a pop-up store.

The Kaufhaus des Westens, or KaDeWe for short, is one of the most famous and beautiful department stores in Europe.

Since its opening in 1907, it has primarily offered an upscale and luxurious assortment. The traditional store is also famous for its international and diverse fine food department. The ideal place for Perana Punniyamoorthy, marketing activation manager, CREA - DACH, Fiskars Germany, to present the premium brand from Finland to a demanding target group with a great passion for culinary discoveries: “Our premium products are made to trigger joy, and for cooking with passion. This is exactly what the special atmosphere at a unique location like KaDeWe reflects. With the pop-up store, we want to show that we always support our retail partners in creating a premium ambience as well as a feel-good atmosphere in the sales area with creative POS concepts.”

Located in the newly renovated housewares department, the open store concept with the typical

Nordic craftsmanship Fiskars colours of black and orange invites customers to stroll around and feel the products. A special eye-catcher is the Norden Axe, because cutting tools and axes are part of the Finnish manufacturer’s absolute expertise. In addition, onsite displays draw attention to the campaign and booklets on display provide customers with further information on the products.

With attention-grabbing POS concepts, Fiskars not only showcases its products, but also strengthens the stationary trade with special promotions.

Fiskars also launched an exciting promotion whereby customers who spent €75 or more could upload their proof of purchase online and receive a Recycled Scissors as a gift.

Experiencing the joy of Nordic cusine Fiskars also introduced a Pure Nordic Cooking Master Class campaign in Germany, allowing customers to experience the unique culinary world of the North in a digital cooking course. Fiskars accompanied the campaign with a large-scale 360° promotion and exclusive events.

Furthermore, Fiskars went so far as to bring the joy of Nordic cuisine to life for press representatives, retail partners and influencers at a recent exclusive event. At Berlin venue Kitchen Kartell, guests cooked together with Finnish Michelin-star chef Sauli Kemppainen and TV chef and “The Taste” winner Felicitas Then. The star guest at the event was, of course,

The premium Fiskars Norden kitchen series stands for Nordic design of the highest quality, which lasts for generations and allows for the best taste experience.

Inspired by Nordic cuisine, the range includes high-quality stainless steel and cast-iron knives and cookware. the Norden cookware series from Fiskars. The look was completed with decorative tableware from the Iittala brand, which is also distributed by Fiskars.

Guests were able to enjoy the premium quality and design of Fiskars products and the unique experience was rounded off by a 4-course menu with wines matched by a sommelier.

With the event, Fiskars highlighted that its products are made to be felt, experimented with and discovered. Amateur cooks can enjoy every moment of preparation and cook with passion.

Fiskars supported the trade with major promotions sharing the experience. With the Pure Nordic Cooking Master Class promotion, customers received exclusive

access to a digital cooking course with Sauli Kemppainen and Felicitas Then as a bonus for purchases of €70 or more.

Perana Punniyamoorthy, marketing activation manager, CREA - DACH, Fiskars Germany said: “Our products are made to be felt, experimented with and discovered.

We conveyed this unique user experience and Nordic feeling through our attention-grabbing campaign, because our premium kitchen range has the right product for every customer. With our innovative POS concepts, we also create an emotional shopping experience from which retailers benefit and with which they can reach a new target group with high purchasing power.”

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Column Seeba

The age of omnichannel About thinKitchen™ Indian consumers are moving online and it’s a huge market, says Anand Baldawa, CEO, Seeba|thinKitchen

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he market opportunity with a digitally savvy Indian consumer is large. India is likely to have 500 million online shoppers by 2030, according to a joint report by MMA, Mobile Marketing Association of India and media agency, Group M India.

With retail in India being reoriented in the past two years, as consumers navigated their lives through a pandemic. Ecommerce has come of age as consumers moved to online shopping to accommodate the restrictions on physical retail.

While many of those restrictions have recently been pulled back, consumers are far more comfortable with online shopping than they ever were.

With this as a backdrop, consumer expectations around a seamless omnichannel experience, regardless of preferred platform or method of shopping, are building up. And businesses are stepping up to meet this expectation. For consumers shopping on listed Indian beauty retailer Nykaa’s app, they are informed of special offers and promotions exclusively available at stores close to them.

Similarly, for those shopping at Nykaa’s physical stores, they are added to the online database and encouraged to replenish online.

Simplified shopping experiences, convenience and speed are of essence. A few weeks ago, Amazon in India integrated its grocery

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outlets Fresh and Pantry into one unified store Amazon Fresh, for faster and convenient delivery option across 300 cities from one unified destination. Shoppers Stop, India’s leading departmental store chain recently launched Express Store Pick Up, a Buy Online Pick up in store (BOPIS) initiative. Croma, the electronics retail chain from Tata also offers this service as do many others.

Retail is far more ‘phygital’ with the use of technology for more immersive customer experiences even in store. Sportswear brand, Decathalon, reportedly deploys an app only payment and checkout system in Tier 1 cities in India.

Fashion retailer Zara uses location intelligence which causes its app to switch to in-store mode when a customer enters a store, so that the customer can locate products and receive offers. Pepperfry, an online furniture retailer has stores designated as experience zones where customers are encouraged to walk in yet order online.

Quick commerce in India is recent but becoming an important customer touch point. As per a report

by Redseer, quoted in The Hindu Business Line, a key financial daily, the estimated size of the Q-commerce segment will be about $0.3 billion in 2021 in India and expected to grow 10-15 times over the next five years to touch $5 billion. Walmart owned Flipkart is reported to be

thinKitchen™ is part of the 35-year-old Seeba™ group of companies. As a premium retailer in India, it focusses on distribution. thinKitchen™ presently represents over a dozen global leading kitchen and home brands in the India market. Some of these include Amefa, Denby, Dartington, Brabantia, Luigi Bormioli, DKB, BergHOFF, Kambukka, Zoku and Royal Prestige. To reach out to us please drop us a line at contact@seebagroup.com

ramping up food and grocery specific warehousing by lining up small storage spaces in metro cities.

It has also introduced its hyper local service, Flipkart Quick, an assured delivery service within 90 minutes in 10 cities in India. Similarly Swiggy, one of the biggest food delivery services in India, has introduced its quick commerce service, Instamart in 15 Indian cities as of Oct 2021, moving beyond food into grocery and other essentials.

The impact of omnichannel growth is also being felt at the backend. There is greater emphasis on efficient supply chain and warehouse management. There is an increasing demand for dark fulfilment stores, JLL’s, the global

inventory data are being aligned across platforms where a change on any platform is accounted for by all the others to produce a seamless shopper experience. Clear lines of communication between in-store and online teams to encourage collaboration, are areas of priority. Footwear major, Bata, in India has included their franchise partners in the efforts to streamline customer fulfilment channels.

“Bata One”, is their ERP platform, an interactive AI-enabled platform for franchise order taking capable of suggestive ordering, KPI and order tracking, complaint resolution and integrated payment gateway.

Going forward, there is more in the pipeline that is expected. A BAIN

“Quick commerce in India is recent but becoming an important customer touch point” real estate services firm, India office expects urban logistic spaces to surpass seven million square feet by 2022. The increasing trend of faster goods distribution is expected to push demand further. Dark stores are seen to drive efficiencies, improve delivery capabilities and reduce logistics costs by 10 per cent to 30 per cent as per the Economic Times, India’s leading financial daily.

Likewise assortment, pricing, and operational strategies including real-time updation of product and

& Co and Flipkart report predicts that retail will be driven by a few notable mega trends. These include evolving and growing digital ecosystems that are geared to capture a larger share of consumer time and spending.

The growth of voice search and language based user interfaces. Also the expected uptick in live streaming and video commerce along with social commerce. Thus this growing relevance of omni channels makes it a must-play and must-win frontier for brands.

Collection Preview

Collections New

Amefa Amefa’s Artisan knives bring nature to your kitchen with real wooden handles. The beechwood has a nice grip when you cut your vegetables and the look of the natural graining make these knives a real eyecatcher. Using natural materials and bringing the outdoors inside is a trend embodied by these knives.

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Collections to LOVE...

A new year brings with it some brilliant new collections and products. Kitchenware International takes a look at a just a few highlights

MasterClass If there is one kitchen mainstay that every cook relies on, it’s the ‘does it all’ casserole dish.

Bestselling MasterClass Cast Aluminium casserole dishes come with a lifetime guarantee and are now available in a new collection of on-trend colours inspired by nature. Three new modern hues, lavender, mint and hunter green, offer both beauty and performance. The dishes cook just like cast iron but are ultra-lightweight. Super versatile, they can be used on hobs, including induction, or in the oven. With a chemical free, ultra-durable non-stick scratch proof interior and stainlesssteel base. Each piece is designed for years of use and is easy to clean. The three new colours are available in all four bestselling sizes, 2.5litre, 4 litre, 4 litre shallow and 5 litre, and come in beautiful gift box packaging. A new countertop point of sale encourages interaction in-store, allowing consumers to feel the featherlight weight, nonstick surface and stainless-steel induction base.

MasterClass is the brand that great home cooks reach for first, ensuring consumers live an effortless life that allows them to enjoy the simple pleasure of cooking and baking in smart ways.

www.kitchencraft.co.uk

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The EasyStorage: PANTRY Sophisticated, elegant and practical at once – the PANTRY containers made of high-quality borosilicate glass are ideal for storing dry foods. The lid has an airtight closure and keeps in aromas – of spices, muesli, pasta, rice, biscuits, nuts or oats etc. Boxes and lids are transparent so you can keep track of your provisions in kitchen drawers, cupboards and shelves at a glance.

The three enclosed stickers for custom-labelling help to make things even clearer. All containers can be safely stacked and are great for saving space.

PANTRY is available to buy individually in five different sizes (400 ml, 900 ml, 1400 ml, 1900 ml, 2500 ml) and two different starter sets.

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■ Storage ■ Organising – stackable/space-saving

New from GEFU GEFU continues to innovate with easy storage solutions and top quality kitchen essentials

Be organised!

Product: Detergent Dispenser Collection: SWIFT The detergent dispenser is chic, sleek and charming, perfect for upgrading any washing area. It looks extra-cool, is easy to refill and holds 230 ml.

Product: Sink Organiser Collection: SMARTLINE

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Stylishly designed in matt black plastic and high-grade stainless steel: The elegant Sink Organiser SMARTLINE comes along with particular practicality and immediately takes care of keeping any kitchen in order. It provides space for sponge, washing-up brush, dishcloth and detergent dispenser, stored cleanly and tidily while also making sure they're always to hand. The hygienic drip tray makes sure that stagnant moisture is avoided and integrated ventilation slits provide for faster drying of utensils.

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New from GEFU Product: Sponge Collection: SWIFT No kitchen should be without it and it fits perfectly with the Sink Organiser SMARTLINE. Note the powerful scouring side for hard-to-shift dirt and the particularly absorbent sponge side for liquids. But there is more: SWIFT is the sustainable alternative to conventional plastic sponges because it lasts longer and is machine washable.

Product: Dishwashing Brush Collection: SWIFT Also indispensable is the SWIFT power brush. It brings an end to hard-to-shift remnants of food. Its ergonomic grip and the perfectly angled brush head guarantee maximum pressure on the washing up and optimal results when cleaning pots, pans and cutlery.

Product: Dishcloth Collection: SWIFT Small, but sustainably good. The Discloth SWIFT in sophisticated grey ensures a spotlessly clean kitchen and gleaming crockery. Made of high-quality microfibres with lint-free fabric structure, the little helper comes in a size of 30 cm x 30 cm and is versatile and practical.

Product: Dishwashing Brush with Detergent Dispenser Collection: SWIFT The Dishwashing Brush with Detergent Dispenser SWIFT makes washing up fun at last!

Not only does the robust nylon brush made of plastic and high-grade stainless steel have gentle and particularly powerful cleaning action on dirty pots and cutlery, it also holds 50 ml of detergent ready in the integrated dispenser.

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Denby Denby’s Cast Iron Collection of five casseroles, including an oval version and deep shallow casserole plus a useful griddle pan, is being extended by a characterful hexagonal trivet that will offer stability and a touch of contemporary style to any kitchen or tabletop.

Available in Denby’s cast iron colours of halo, pavilion, natural canvas and pomegranate. the new cast iron trivets offer protection for surfaces from dishes that have come straight from oven.

Great for fitting into fast paced and modern lifestyles and helping keep worktops safe and clean, the trivets are 24.5cm x 21.5cm with a depth of 2cm.

Denby’s Cast Iron Cookware is versatile and suitable for use on all hob types and in the oven. They are strong and easy to use, crafted from the finest cast molten iron and enamelled both inside and out for a stunning scratch resistance finish and classic look.

Thanks to its multi-layered construction, cast iron heats up faster and stays hotter for longer, therefore making meal preparation simple and food taste great. With a lifetime guarantee, Denby cast iron is a true sign of quality in the kitchen and on the table too.

Attractively boxed in recyclable packaging for ease of gifting and display. RRPs are competitively priced from £35 for the trivet to £160 for a 26cm round casserole.

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Barbary & Oak Designed to excite and inspire, the new Hoxton and Chevron collections are premium vintage ash wood and acacia wood pieces for the home. The Hoxton range comprises of utensils in a matching holder, chopping boards, salt & pepper mills and a stylish knife block, made from lightweight ash wood that has been stained to elevate the natural beauty of the grain. Brushed stainless steel accents add a simple touch of luxury for a functional, rustic home aesthetic.

Meanwhile, Chevron acacia wood chopping boards utilise off-cuts and waste wood, repurposing materials into stylish statement pieces for the home. The patterns are created as surplus cuts of acacia are skilfully pieced together, giving them natural colour variations, interesting textures and rich patchwork to make each piece feel unique. Acacia is also a hardwood that is durable, water-resistant and naturally antibacterial, making it perfect for food preparation and presentation boards.

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Samuel Groves From Samuel Groves comes these British-made speciality mini copper pans. Designed for sauce presentation, souffle or crème on caramel, each copper clad pan is made with 90 per cent copper, and is lined with 10 per cent stainless steel and they benefit from riveted stay cool polished stainless cast handles. The copper and stainless-steel work in conjunction to distribute heat quickly and evenly throughout the cookware, preventing hotpots and sticking during cooking. The stainless-steel interior makes the pan easy to use and clean, and the external layer of copper gives the pan a unique, stunning appearance.

Finally, the range is supported by a lifetime guarantee and the unique Samuel Groves Pans for Life refurbishment service.

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Koziol From Koziol comes Eggs To Go, a clever little sustainable kitchen aid perfect for shopping at the farmers market. It safely transports up to six eggs, saving a lot of disposable packaging. The carton has a practical clip closure for easy opening and closing and the shock-resistant material reliably prevents eggs from being damaged or crushed.

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Interview Horwood

“In terms of cookware, I think consumers will be looking for longevity and quality”

Future proofing Horwood’s head of marketing Richard Sharp talks to Kitchenware International about solidifying the Stellar and Judge brand identities How would you sum the past year up for the Horwood brand family?

Whilst the challenges everyone faces are well known, we’ve had a really positive year at Horwood. The team is growing and we’re bringing some great new talent into the business in key areas. From a brand perspective we’re working really hard investing in them to make sure they are fit for the future – focusing on every area from product packaging

to social media so we can really start to give both Stellar and Judge a really strong identity which appeals to a wide range of consumers. We’re already starting to see the benefit of this from improved recognition from customers and retailers.

much time spent at home, there is a much better understanding of how performance and design can improve the cooking experience. The trends for different textures and more flamboyant colour look like they will be important for tableware.

What kitchen-focused trends do you see emerging for the year ahead?

In terms of cookware, I think consumers will be looking for longevity and quality. With so

What exciting developments can we expect to see from Stellar in 2022?

With a new brand identity in the works, we’re preparing to present our product range in a much more modern and customer-focused way. We’ve launched our first range of triply cookware and also have a new brand website launching in the early spring so really the

Did you know?

Horwood are working on a new brand identity for Stellar.

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direction of travel is to reinvigorate Stellar and be much more consistent in brand execution for both retailers and consumers.

And the same questions applies to Judge, what can you tell us about the brand for the coming year?

“We’ve had a really positive year”

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Judge is a fantastic brand with a loyal following and great retailer support so the key task here is to make sure we continue to drive stock availability for our retailers while working hard to update all our customer touchpoints to keep the Judge brand relevant and appealing in a crowded space.

How would you describe your relationship with retailers and buyers?

We’re fortunate to have a great team of regional sales managers which gives us first class relationships with retailers across the UK and Ireland.

We’re also adding to that team to ensure we continue to give enough focus on traditional and emerging customers.

Has supply and demand been an issue for you over the past year or so as a direct result of Covid/ Brexit etc, how have you approached the issue?

Despite the headwinds, we’ve had a really positive year and seen strong growth, primarily due to the hard work of everyone in the business. We have a great procurement team and strong supplier relations so in as many key areas as possible we’ve focused on maintaining and delivering the crucial, established lines which our customers are looking for. This necessitated a slightly lesser focus on NPD but we will put that right in 2022.

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Thoughts on trade shows...

“We have really strong contact with our customers through our regional sales team and that remains our best route to maintaining those relationships. I think the landscape and expectation that all retailers will always attend every trade show has probably shifted, although Horwood will still be attending those which are tactically important to our business.”

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Retail The Chef Shop

Where the chefs shop

Beautiful Bermuda is home to The Chef Shop, a must-visit, family-run kitchenware retailer at the heart of the island. Kitchenware International spoke with co-owner Sheena Trott…

Tell us about The Chef Shop – when was it founded, by whom and why?

We were founded in 1956 by my husband’s father as a wholesale company installing commercial hotel kitchens and selling commercial kitchen equipment. We are a familyrun business spanning 65 years and for the last 30+ years my husband and I have been running The Chef Shop together. Reeve and I moved the business to its present location in 1984. We started transitioning to a more retail focus while continuing with a great many of the commercial companies we started with. At the same time, we needed a new logo and “The Shop Where the Chefs Shop” was born. A few years after moving, 26 KITCHENWARE INTERNATIONAL

a bit more space opened up and we were able to install a commercial kitchen where we’ve hosted a huge range of cooking classes over the last 20+ years.

What is the ethos of the store?

We are literally the chefs’ shop and we stock a unique blend of commercial and domestic kitchen equipment, appliances and utensils.

Our customers know that they are going to have a huge selection of top-quality brands to choose from.

The atmosphere is busy – we have a lot of very packed aisles, but it is also very relaxed and friendly, and we often find our local chefs helping our retail customers with tips and advice.

“I’ve been cooking in Le Creuset and serving on Steelite every day for the last 37 years so I would say I’m particularly passionate about those!”

What brands/companies do you stock in store?

The list is long and we’ve stocked many of our brands for over 30 years. We introduced Le Creuset to Bermuda in the mid ‘80s and it continues to be a customer

favourite. We’ve been stocking Wusthof and Victorinox knives for over 40 years and we’ve been working very closely with, and represented, Steelite for almost 50 years. We introduced Schott Zwiesel from Germany in the ‘80s.

Breville came to The Chef Shop in 2009 and we’ve been stocking Kitchen Aid for many years. For our bakers its Wilton and PME together with many other wellknown brands.

And what types of products can we find in your store?

We use Metro Wire shelving and custom-built Metro trolleys with butcher block tops for display so weight is not a problem.

Consequently, we are able to load those shelves with product.

You will find everything from 50-quart stockpots to blinis pans and banettons to bread machines.

We are an island of many home bakers and to meet that demand we stock a very broad range of pans, cake decorating supplies, fondants and flavours. As we transition to more at-home entertaining we offer beautiful charcuterie boards, hand-made

pottery and a huge selection of cookbooks and, of course, our customers love the durability of our china from Steelite.

Describe your relationship with manufacturers and suppliers?

We rely heavily on the good relationship we have built up with our suppliers over many years and this has been especially true over the last two years as our suppliers and manufacturers struggle to keep up with demand due to the pandemic. We are grateful that our suppliers do see us as longstanding customers and are able to direct product to us. Bermuda is a fairly remote island and we must bring everything in by ship consequently it can take some months for product to arrive, especially coming from Europe as it has to be directed through the US. We have tried to plan for

“We introduced Le Creuset to Bermuda in the mid ‘80s and it continues to be a customer favourite” this and have increased our stock quantities where possible to allow for this lag.

Are there any kitchenware companies you are particularly passionate about?

Well, I’ve been cooking in Le Creuset and serving on Steelite every day for the last 37 years so I would say I’m particularly passionate about those!

However, we are passionate about all of the brands we have carefully curated over the years and that allows us to have an excellent assortment of products.

My co-buyer is passionate about all things baking to keep up with the demand of our at-home bakers. She regularly recruits new brands and keeps up with market trends from both customer requests and market research.

What inspires you when it comes to choosing your products?

We look for products that look and feel good and can stand the test of time. As we place more emphasis on moving towards a more sustainable lifestyle that is especially important.

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Fact!

Describe your typical customer.

Our typical customer cares about the quality of the product they are buying. They know that if there is ever an issue we stand by the products we sell. We believe this keeps customers coming back.

What is trending at the moment for you, what are your customers looking for?

With people spending more and more time at home we have found that customers are finding their inner chef. Dutch ovens from Le Creuset and Lodge have been very popular together with other supplies for sourdoughs and we have seen a huge upward trend in all appliances, especially espresso machines. In addition, we have seen a strong desire by our customers to go more green so we have increased our selection of eco products.

What elements would you say have contributed to your success as a retail store over the years?

The range of products we offer together with outstanding customer service. We listen to our customers’ requests for new products, answer their questions and offer advice. Visitors to the island and our shop regularly comment that we are unlike any kitchen shop they have ever been

in, and they are impressed to find a shop like ours on a small island.

Which categories are performing well for you and why would you say that is?

Bread making accoutrements, decorating supplies, cookware, knives, cookbooks and appliances are all performing well as customers spend more time with their families and enjoy cooking at home.

“There are some product lines we are still waiting more than six months for and getting very little when it does arrive” How important is the layout and in-store displays to attracting customers?

We rotate some of our displays but a great deal of our stock is not seasonal and we are not really in a position to move our large

Did you know?

Cast iron pans and knives repeatedly sell well for The Chef Shop.

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Bermuda is a “fairly remote” island according to Sheena, so The Chef Shop must bring everything in by ship, consequently it can take some months for product to arrive, especially coming from Europe as it has to be directed through the US. heavy items around so many of our shelves do not change much, consequently I do not feel it is critical to attracting customers.

Do you host events or demonstrations or have other ways of selling to customers aside from straight product sales?

We have hosted cooking demonstrations for the last 20+ years prior to the pandemic.

We invited in chefs from local restaurants and hotels to teach the classes. It was a great way for the chefs to get out of their kitchen, show what they were passionate about and interact with their/our customers while at the same time promoting their restaurant and using our tools.

These classes were incredibly popular and covered a myriad of cuisines and we hope to return to these later in 2022.

The Chefs Shop also hosted an annual “Rising Young Chef of Bermuda” competition where local chefs competed live, before attendees, in a timed and judged event.

Our Christmas shopping events were also incredibly popular pre-pandemic and are again something we hope to return to later this year. Our inhouse retired French pastry chef demonstrated the hors d’oeuvres!

How important is customer service to the store?

Our customer service is critical to our success. Our staff have developed relationships with a lot of our customers, greeting each other on a first name basis. We constantly try to go above and beyond to meet our customer’s expectations.

How has your operation been affected by Covid-19?

Since early 2020 we have been affected by stringent government guidelines as we all learned to manage and live with Covid – these have led to multiple ‘stay at home’ orders, reduced hours and some curb-side pickup rather than instore shopping. We have adapted as needed. The toughest aspect of Covid for us has been the supply chain as our suppliers grapple with staff shortages, limited product etc. There are some product lines we are still waiting more than six months for and getting very little when it does arrive and, unfortunately, some of our suppliers have gone out of business.

Finally, are you feeling positive about 2022?

Yes, we are feeling positive about 2022. We are operating under normal hours with a full staff and we are very grateful for the support we have received from our customers and the wider community.

In Focus Gefu

Living made

easy...

Innovative thinking is the name of the game with GEFU who bring us a fresh selection of clever gadgets designed to make life just that bit easier

Ideal for preparing, serving and storing Product: Bowl Set with Splash Protection Lid Collection: Muovo The elegant Bowl Set Muovo made of highgrade stainless steel is all about keeping clean and tidy. The bowls can be used in many situations, but also have an innovative splash protection lid. So it’s goodbye to cream or dough splashes when stirring. Twice as practical: the lid can also be used for covering – this allows a mixture and other foods to be perfectly stored and kept fresh. With a diameter of 20 and 24 cm, and a filling volume of 2.5 and 4.5 litres, the pair of bowls are also equipped with an internal scale in ml and fl.oz as well as a silicone base.

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Pasta made perfect Product: Ravioli and Swabian Pasta Pocket Wheel Collection: Primeline Let’s get stuck into ravioli with the Ravioli and Swabian Pasta Pocket Wheel from the Primeline series. The practical ravioli and Swabian pasta pocket wheel cuts any pasta dough effortlessly, securely closes the pockets and even trims the edges of the pockets with a lovely classic pattern – all in one step and without waste. Thanks to the ergonomic grip, the practical little helper is held comfortably in the hand while the practical finger depression prevents slipping while rolling. It is also simple to disassemble for easy cleaning in the dishwasher.

Homemade precision Product: Professional Pasta Machine Collection: Pasta Perfetta Nero

Finely cut Product: Fine and Flake Shaver Collection: Parmigiano Pasta without finely grated Parmesan? Only half as tasty. GEFU knows this too, and offers the Fine and Flaker Shaver Parmigiano, now in a new look.

Parmigiano is multifunctional with its two interchangeable diamond laser cut grating discs, conjuring up flakes and fine gratings of hard cheese, chocolate bars and nuts in an instant. While one disc is in use, the other can be securely stored in the lid of the dishwasher-safe grater. The gratings can also be stored under the airtight lid closure. The grater made of high-grade stainless steel and plastic is also equipped with a scraper and a collection container in addition to the aroma lid.

With Pasta Perfetta Nero, the elegant professional pasta machine by GEFU makes homemade pasta in an instant. Suitable for dough widths up to 14 cm and any dough thickness between 0.2 and 3 mm, Pasta Perfetta Nero is perfect for the homemade version of countless pasta creations such as lasagne, tagliatelle or tagliolini. The precision rollers made of refined light alloy provide for a pure pasta taste. In addition to the smooth-running crank drive, the large, patented vacuum suction cup also provides for stability giving good results. And it’s not just the integrated cleaning combs for automated cleaning that are another highlight of the pasta machine. The look, too, impresses with a sophisticated combination of aluminium, plastic and high-grade stainless steel as well as the refined, in part matt black, surface.

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Barbecuing is more popular than ever. GEFU is offering retailers an attractive display in classy, solid construction made of wood and metal.

Not only does this offer plenty of space to perfectly set the scene for the various GEFU barbecue tools, it also draws attention to itself and promotes sales. Professional barbecue tools professionally presented – customers like come back again and again! As an alternative to the display, they also have a ½ Chep pallet display which visually sets the scene for barbecuing and draws attention to itself at the POS.

Great grating!

Product: 2-Way Grater Collection: Primeline Extra-sharp and twice as fast, thanks to diamond laser cut this 2-way grater Primeline effortlessly grates in both directions with each forward and backward motion.

In no time at all, it conjures up the finest chocolate flakes for delicious desserts, softly melting Parmesan flakes for fragrant pasta dishes or colourful shavings of vegetables to adorn your salads, soups or vegetable crepes. Safety is guaranteed not only by the ergonomic grip and the anti-slip feet, but also the concave grating surface. Made of high-grade stainless steel and plastic, the high-quality grater is dishwasher-safe.

Focus on flavour Product: Cedar Wood Barbecue Boards Collection: BBQ

Delicious delights Product: Meat Claws Collection: BBQ Juicy pulled pork? Delicious! Gripping, shredding and tearing the juicy barbecued meat such as pork, beef or poultry is effortless with the robust meat claws. They each have six pointy claws for optimal grip – also when transporting or cutting and even when mixing fresh salad or similar. After use, the practical tools made of high-grade stainless steel and plastic simply go into the dishwasher and are once again ready for action.

Wonderfully delicate barbecued food with a delightful smoky aroma? No problem thanks to the Cedar Wood Barbecue Boards by GEFU. Simply place fish, meat or vegetables ready for barbecuing onto the cedar wood barbecue boards which have been soaking for several hours in advance, and place them on the barbecue. In XXL size, the boards can be used several times and are suitable for indirect barbecuing on gas, coal and electric grill as well as in the smoker.

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Show Preview Spring Fair T&G Woodware

Ulster Weavers

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Spring Fair opens its door this February with a must-see line up for buyers…

pring Fair takes place this February at NEC Birmingham and you can look forward to plenty of ‘new’ at the acclaimed homewares show.

Ulster Weavers, for example, the 140-yearold textile manufacturer from Northern Ireland, has revealed its new-look kitchen textile and table linen ranges in advance of its appearance at this year’s Spring Fair. A leading supplier of kitchen textiles on the global market, Ulster Weavers is expanding its range with a collection of new designs inspired by the landscapes of Northern Ireland. Tablescaping is a new introduction to the collection and sees a range of linen placemats, napkins and table runners, designed and handcrafted locally in Northern Ireland. Also new is a range of eco-friendly linen cloths. These long-lasting polishing and cleaning cloths offer a sustainable way to clean the home or wash dishes. Proving to be one of the most popular kitchen trends this year, sustainable living is a core feature of Ulster Weavers’ new kitchen textiles, cleaning cloths and tablescaping ranges.

Annie David, head of innovation at Ulster Weavers, said: “Our new eco-friendly kitchen

textiles and table linens combine traditional craftsmanship and heritage with the latest trends. These products are designed to support the conscious consumer to live their life more sustainably..” Marking a period of change and renewal for the brand, Ulster Weavers’ new collections will be launched alongside its soon-to-be-revealed home furnishings range at Spring Fair 6-9 February, Hall 6, Stand 6D10.

Also look out for the T&G with its new Chateau chopping boards made from natural oak wood. The wood’s natural beauty makes these boards ideal for food preparation as chopping boards and they are perfectly sized for all sorts of other everyday kitchen tasks.

This new Chateau style is also perfect for serving bread, antipasto or cheese, choose from two sizes and shapes for a stylish addition to the kitchen and home. You’’ find them in Hall 8, Stand E30-F31.

Did you know?

TV personality Billie Faiers will be at Spring Fair as she launches her own interiors brand with Hunter Price International.

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CHICAGO Show Preview

Inspiring kitchenware buyers What? The Inspired Home Show | Where? McCormick Place, Chicago | When? 5-7 March 2022

The Inspired Home Show opens its doors this March and is a must-visit show for kitchenware buyers looking to maximise their retail offering

Microplane Booth S3643 Microplane has complemented its popular Gourmet Series paddle-style collection with the launch of this new tool that combines 2 of the most popular blade styles – Fine & Coarse – onto one surface! Use the Fine blade side to zest citrus fruits or grate ginger, hard cheeses and spices. Use the Coarse blade to grate carrots, garlic or chocolate. This 2-in-1 grater offers USAmade stainless-steel blades that are ultra-sharp to make food prep jobs easier and faster.

www.microplane.com

Typhoon Housewares Booth S2031

Typhoon Housewares will be showcasing the Viners 5-Piece Cheese Set. Each bespoke cheese tool is expertly made, and the premium stone board is hard wearing. Each utensil is made from high-quality stainless steel and crafted to retain its sharp cutting edges; a must-see product if you are attending this year’s show. www.typhoonhousewares.com

Did you know?

The Inspired Home Show will play host to a celebration of coffee situated in the Lakeside Center. Before, during and after the pandemic, consumers got sophisticated with their at-home brewing knowledge and methods. Find the products that align with the high-end coffee consumer’s needs and discover some of the techniques that elevate coffee from good to great.

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Make sure you visit…

The Cooking Center in the South Building which will play host to more than two dozen celebrity chefs cooking up their favourite recipes using products that can be found throughout the show.

Gibson Homewares

Booth S103, S110, S201, S210, S213 The Kenmore Wyatt 5-Piece Multi-Function Cookware Set by Gibson Homewares answers market demand for efficient, functional and affordable cookware that doesn’t take up a lot of storage space. The 5-piece set is all one needs to instantly get started frying, sauteing, deep-frying, grilling, baking, roasting and broiling. And its compact design nests entirely within the 12 x 11inch clamshell-style grill pan

www.gibsonusa.com

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What can we expect

of 2022?

The positives and potential negatives of the year ahead are discussed by Will Jones, chief operating officer at BHETA…

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year ago, as we were making predictions for the new year, I do not imagine many of us realised just how similar 2021 would prove to its predecessor, both in terms of the challenges and the opportunities. While we were probably less shocked by the concept of a pandemic and the implications for managing a business than previously, there were many other issues to deal with such as supply chain challenges and the cost of freight. It was fortunate therefore – and somewhat ironic, given the product availability situation – that the positives of 2020 also continued in 2021, namely, the consumer’s continued interest in and desire to undertake homebased projects and buy more product accordingly. The upshot was that most housewares and small domestic electricals suppliers who are members of BHETA had a successful year overall, and the sheer joy of Exclusively with its sense of industry togetherness was wonderful to experience.

So, as we welcome 2022, are we to expect much of the same?

Certainly, the practical challenges of supply shortages and punitive transport costs continue to dominate the industry with no sign of abating. We also have the uncertainty of a new variant.

Difficult decisions are already being taken in respect of international exhibitions and Far-East buying

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trips. On the positive side, the consumer refocus on ‘home’ with the consequent surge in interest in cooking, baking and cleaning is set to continue. As an example, it’s been pleasing to note that in 2021 searches for bread-making machines went through the roof, and in BHETA’s annual member survey, around 70 per cent of supplier companies were confident about the market either continuing to increase or at least holding its current buoyancy despite the external issues existing and still to come.

Another key trend that is very much coming through and presents both opportunities and challenges is sustainability, or as trend forecasters Scarlet Opus describe it in terms of consumer engagement – Reset. At Exclusively we saw some superb examples of product developed in line with this thought process from both functional and aesthetic points of view. From a legislative perspective it is all about managing transition both sensitively and sensibly so that suppliers can move with the times. BHETA’s successful lobbying on the distinction between single use and multiple use plastic is a great example of what can be achieved.

The fact remains however is that the most immediate challenge for 2022 is that the consumer will have less money to spend as inflationary pressures work their way through.

the percentage of supplier companies confident about the market either continuing to increase or holding its current buoyancy, according to the BHETA’s annual member survey.

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About BHETA The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA) is the voice of authority on everything home improvement and home enhancement, including DIY, housewares, garden, small domestic appliances and home decor. It represents £5 billion at retail and 9,000 employees and brings together manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and opinion formers to drive growth at home and abroad. For more information about retailer and supplier co-operation, contact BHETA on 0121 237 1130, or email wj@bheta.co.uk, or visit the website at www.bheta.co.uk

The crisis over energy prices is a specific concern The government’s Covid-19 support package concluding, the end of the stamp duty holiday, and the removal of the universal credit benefits have all already impacted.

Likely to be more problematic is the effect of rising inflation, especially combined with the April tax rises.

The crisis over energy prices is a specific concern, with 25 energy providers collapsing since the end of the summer, affecting more than four million households. Investment bank Investec is predicting that with the energy price cap - set to be reviewed by Ofgem also in April - average household energy bills could go as high as £1,995-a-year. It goes without saying that this challenge is a ‘double whammy’ for suppliers who have their own bills to pay.

Of course, shortage of disposable income tends to work in favour of home-based experiences and member feedback suggests the hope that the now-established trajectory for home cooking, baking and entertainment enables housewares to be one of the sectors best placed to withstand the inevitable challenge. The data from BHETA’s latest member survey shows nearly 60 per cent of supplier members feeling upbeat about sales growth in 2022 and a further 29 per cent comfortable

that there will be no decline. The same research reveals an appetite for expansion in the first quarter of 2022, with 53 per cent planning to ramp up their capital investment, and 38 per cent looking to take on new staff and increase R&D expenditure. There is also a view that despite the end of the stamp duty holiday, the combination of stronger buyer demand coupled with a shortage of available properties means that the housing market could well remain healthier than some have predicted.

Whatever the year brings – positive and negative, it is hugely important that the industry recognises the contribution of collective action. All suppliers and retailers need to be able to react quickly to a changed and changing world. BHETA members can keep looking at the market data, identifying emerging trends and responding in good time, placing orders early whenever appropriate. BHETA has also proved the potential of collective and coordinated lobbying on issues from taxes to freight costs. For BHETA it is all about a) providing members with up to the minute facts, b) helping adaptability with ‘how-to’ content, c) taking on the issues with government and d) continuing to enable networking opportunities.

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