Which kitchen gadgets have been most popular in lockdown?

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. However the increased use of kitchen gadgets may result in a spike in energy costs for some households, with almost all of adults admitting they have no idea how much energy their culinary tech items use. More than half rarely factor in running costs when buying new gadgets for the kitchen, and the majority don’t bother to check the appliances’ energy rating factor. A spokesman for Utilita, the pay as you go energy company that carried out the poll as part of its #EnergyHigh5 campaign said: “A renewed focus on cooking has undoubtedly helped to keep people’s spirits up during the pandemic, but it’s important that we all consider what these gastro gadgets are costing in terms of the impact on our pockets, and the planet. “It’s the items that stay out on the worktop to be used more regularly, or for longer periods, such as coffee machines, slow cookers and air fryers – mainly those that produce heat or refrigeration - that could be costing more than we expect over a year.” The study found for half of families, eating together during the past 12 months has become the main form of evening entertainment, and many have turned to cooking as a way of bonding together.