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AMBIENTE 2026: REVIEW


Tormek expands design appeal of premium knife sharpening Swedish manufacturer Tormek AB used Ambiente to highlight new design developments for its Tormek T-1 Kitchen Knife Sharpener, aimed at design- conscious home cooks seeking professional results. The company introduced a new colourway, Swedish Red, inspired by the


traditional pigment used on Scandinavian wooden houses. The warm matte finish joins the existing palette of Carbon Black, Zinc Grey, Ash Green and Linen White, expanding the range’s visual appeal while retaining the same precision engineering and sharpening performance. Also unveiled was the Tormek T-1 Morakniv 1891 Kitchen Knife Sharpener in Linen White, developed in collaboration with Morakniv, featuring a birch handle in Morakniv’s signature red. The company also presented the MC-1 Cover by Jeansverket, produced in premium Swedish denim and finished with a leather handle, designed to protect the sharpener when not in use. According to CEO Samuel Stenhem, key trends at the show included


Keeeper revealed their new partnership with Universals’ the Minions


to growing consumer demand for healthier and faster cooking solutions. The brand also showcased its Infinity stainless steel cookware collection, available with fixed and removable handles, alongside the Asimetria non- stick metal bakeware range with silicone inserts, cast iron casseroles in a new colourway and its 100% glass food storage solutions. Durability remains central to the brand’s proposition, with its tempered


borosilicate glass expertise continuing to underpin the wider multi-material offer.


The show also provided an opportunity to highlight Ôcuisine, with


dedicated ranges developed for the Americas and APAC markets, reflecting French manufacturing know-how while addressing regional consumer needs.


According to the company, key trends across the show included


continued growth in air fryer cooking, strong demand for versatile and space-saving products, and increasing focus on durable materials and multifunctional kitchenware that can move from oven to table to storage.


growing consumer demand for high-performance tools designed specifically for home kitchens, alongside products that combine durability with clean, timeless design. He added that compact, single-purpose appliances delivering professional results are gaining increasing traction among home cooks.


What More reports record visitor numbers Lancashire manufacturer What More UK returned to Ambiente 2026 with two dedicated stands, showcasing its bakeware and plastics ranges and reporting record visitor numbers across both locations. The company used the show to highlight its 2026 innovation pipeline,


with a focus on performance, design and emerging consumer trends. On the bakeware stand, visitors saw the latest developments from Sizzll, including range expansions and upcoming product innovation, alongside a new PFAS-free bakeware collection and additions to the BetterWare range. A live chef demonstration throughout the exhibition allowed buyers to see product performance in action. Meanwhile, the plastics stand highlighted new product launches


including drawer towers and expanded DIY ranges. The company also presented its forecast trend colours for 2026 and beyond, sparking discussions with buyers about future design directions. Ambiente also marked the first opportunity for What More UK to


introduce its newly expanded export sales team to international customers, reinforcing the company’s focus on global growth. According to head of marketing Bex Holt, the show delivered strong engagement from both existing customers and new international contacts. to growing consumer demand for healthier and faster cooking solutions.


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