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Discoveries before the invention of BALMUDA The Pot
I wanted to have a more enjoyable experience in the kitchen. I had many thoughts of how to achieve this, which led me to the creation of BALMUDA The Pot.
Gen Terao, CEO and Chief Designer, BALMUDA
Discoveries before the invention of BALMUDA The Pot
I wanted to have a more enjoyable experience in the kitchen. I had many thoughts of how to achieve this, which led me to the creation of BALMUDA The Pot.
Two years ago, I bought a cookbook by the chef of Restaurant Omiya in Asakusa, Tokyo. It soon occurred to me that if all I wanted was to eat the chef’s cooking, it would have been faster to just go to the restaurant.
So why buy the book? Because I imagined making the same Japanese Hamburg steak myself at home, and seeing my children enjoy it. I realized that I bought the book not for the meal, but for the experience of cooking the meal for my family at home.
Two years ago, I bought a cookbook by the chef of Restaurant Omiya in Asakusa, Tokyo. It soon occurred to me that if all I wanted was to eat the chef’s cooking, it would have been faster to just go to the restaurant.
So why buy the book? Because I imagined making the same Japanese Hamburg steak myself at home, and seeing my children enjoy it. I realized that I bought the book not for the meal, but for the experience of cooking the meal for my family at home.
My previous cookbook experience laid the foundation for BALMUDA The Toaster, with a focus on “experiences over things”. Believe me, this toaster sees heavy use at my house too. Because the toast it makes is so delicious, I started making bacon and eggs in a cast-iron frying pan to go with it. This, in turn, made breakfast a more enjoyable experience than ever. It was only natural that I’d eventually start wishing for perfectly brewed coffee, as well.
My previous cookbook experience laid the foundation for BALMUDA The Toaster, with a focus on “experiences over things”. Believe me, this toaster sees heavy use at my house too. Because the toast it makes is so delicious, I started making bacon and eggs in a cast-iron frying pan to go with it. This, in turn, made breakfast a more enjoyable experience than ever. It was only natural that I’d eventually start wishing for perfectly brewed coffee, as well.
One day, I decided I wanted to master the art of pour-over coffee. After my first few practice sessions, I was sure of one thing, existing kettles were difficult to use. I wondered what sort of nozzle and handle would provide the best pouring experience? After countless prototypes and discussions with baristas, BALMUDA The Pot took on its current form. Brewing pour-over coffee is now a soothing ritual in itself. The kettle is also ideal for more casual occasions when boiling water is needed -- from pots of tea to instant noodles. Whether in the kitchen or at the dining table, BALMUDA The Pot delivers a natural and enjoyable experience.
One day, I decided I wanted to master the art of pour-over coffee. After my first few practice sessions, I was sure of one thing, existing kettles were difficult to use. I wondered what sort of nozzle and handle would provide the best pouring experience? After countless prototypes and discussions with baristas, BALMUDA The Pot took on its current form. Brewing pour-over coffee is now a soothing ritual in itself. The kettle is also ideal for more casual occasions when boiling water is needed -- from pots of tea to instant noodles. Whether in the kitchen or at the dining table, BALMUDA The Pot delivers a natural and enjoyable experience.
Speaking of instant noodles, it brings me memories. I often ride on the streets and come back home at dawn. I used to go to the instant noodle machines, it was delicious to enjoy instant noodle in cold weather. The Pot reminds me of the amount of water that are being pulled. Since you want to eat instant noodles, of course, the sooner the better.
Speaking of instant noodles, it brings me memories. I often ride on the streets and come back home at dawn. I used to go to the instant noodle machines, it was delicious to enjoy instant noodle in cold weather. The Pot reminds me of the amount of water that are being pulled. Since you want to eat instant noodles, of course, the sooner the better.
