Smeg’s retro MultiGrill flips into a waffle maker, panini press, and BBQ
Smeg has introduced a 50s-style MultiGrill with interchangeable non-stick plates and preset cooking modes. It can prepare Belgian waffles, paninis, burgers, and vegetables, and it opens flat to work as a BBQ. The appliance is designed to sit on the kitchen counter and handle a range of dishes.
Smeg’s MultiGrill is a countertop cooking appliance styled after 1950s design. Its interchangeable non-stick plates and preset cooking modes are intended to simplify making Belgian waffles, paninis, burgers, and vegetables.
The grill also opens flat, allowing it to function as a BBQ. This flexibility positions it as a single device for several meals rather than a dedicated waffle maker or panini press, while its retro look is meant to suit kitchen counters.
Countertop appliances like this may appeal to home cooks who want versatility without dedicating space to multiple gadgets. Busy households could find preset modes and interchangeable plates convenient, while design-conscious buyers may treat the retro styling as part of the kitchen’s look. Its broader impact is likely modest: it may influence how small-appliance makers combine functions, but it is unlikely to change cooking habits on its own. Affordability, durability, and cleaning ease could determine whether that potential is realized.