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Paris sets the fantasy of design from planet Earth to the universe

Terra Cosmos Design Trends at Maison&Objet Paris  MAISON&OBJET PARIS is celebrating its 30th anniversary for the second time in 2024, following the January edition. This September, in conjunction with Paris Design Week, it is pointing to a new motto that envelops all the presentations, exhibitions and designers present: TERRA COSMOS.  The emotion generated by the…

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Batch cooking – How to Avoid Food Risks

Batch cooking’ involves dedicating a day to cooking enough food to eat for the rest of the week. Its goal is to save time and effort by making it easier to plan balanced meals.  Although it has many advantages, there are some recommendations to keep in mind when putting it into practice to ensure that…

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Preventing cross-contamination is in your hands

5 Practical Tips to Avoid Foodborne Illnesses  Cross-contamination in the kitchen is one of the main causes of foodborne illnesses, representing a significant public health risk.  Proper hygiene practices as a preventive measure against cross-contamination are crucial to ensuring food safety both at home and in professional settings.  19 July 2024  Cross-contamination occurs when disease-producing…

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The Perfect Place to Read and Relax this Summer

Transform your home into a space of peace and well-being  Summer is the ideal time to renew our reading habits, and there is no better way to do so than by creating the perfect reading nook at home. From the Silestone Institute, we show you how to transform different corners of your home into cosy…

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The 8 Food Trends Transforming the Culinary World

Gastronomy is always evolving, and today, several global trends are transforming the way we eat and experience food. From bold flavours to a focus on sustainability and health, these trends are profoundly impacting the food industry and the way chefs and restaurants interact with their customers.  Here are the eight most notable food trends changing…

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Secrets for an Allergy-Free Home

Prepare your home to fight allergies and purify the environment.  In our day-to-day lives, our home can become a battleground for allergies, with invisible enemies lurking around every corner. From pollen crawling through windows to tiny dust mites lurking in the dust, allergies can affect many people’s quality of life. But all is not lost.…

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Biophilic Design: A Proposal Beyond Aesthetics

Transforming Urban Spaces into Healthy and Sustainable Environments  Biophilic design is a proposal that, beyond being a mere style or trend, corresponds to a way of understanding architectural development towards a more sustainable and mindful future.  Its ultimate goal is to reconnect people with their environment by introducing elements of nature, both visual and non-visual,…

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6 Practical Tips for a Pet-Friendly Home

Coinciding with the Iberzoo Propet fair, which takes place from March 13 to 15 in Madrid, the Silestone Institute offers advice on how to make your home a Pet-Friendly haven.  Spain is one of the European countries with the highest number of pets. According to recent studies, it is estimated that over 20 million pets…

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Timeless trends and new paths in interior design

MAISON & OBJET Paris celebrates its 30th anniversary  In January in Paris, one of the most important events in interior design trends takes place. Maison & Objet opens its doors for professionals from around the world to showcase their innovations for the interiors of living and well-being spaces.  The technological design Eden – TECH EDEN …

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Small Halls, Big Transformations

Ideas interior designers follow to make the most of space  In a world where living spaces tend to shrink, interior designers have become masters of creativity in designing small living rooms that are not only functional but also aesthetically appealing. In this constant quest for ingenious solutions to maximize the space in our living rooms,…

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Transform your home into a fragrant haven 

Discover the secrets to ensure that your home always has a pleasant aroma  The fragrances that permeate our homes are not only pleasing to the sense of smell; they are small expressions that harbor emotions and memories. Therefore, beyond the idea of creating a pleasant atmosphere, scents extend to the emotional realm, influencing our mood,…

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Seven Resolutions to Transform Your Home in 2024

More Sustainable, Efficient, and Automated  With the arrival of the new year, get ready to turn your home into a more comfortable, efficient, and sustainable space with simple and practical goals.  Integrated Sustainability: Start by reducing the use of plastics in your home and embracing more sustainable practices. Switch to LED bulbs to save energy…

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The revolution in domestic spaces with AI

Kitchens that think, bathrooms that respond…   World Future Day gives us the opportunity to reflect on how artificial intelligence is radically transforming the way we live and interact with our home environments. In an increasingly interconnected and technologically advanced global environment, our homes are at the forefront of a technological revolution that redefines the way…

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7 tips for a warm and cosy home this Winter

Get a comfortable temperature and save on your bill  With the arrival of the cold weather, it is time to adapt the temperature in our homes, and the priority of transforming our home into a warm and cosy refuge has become one of the biggest challenges. The type of home, the number of people living…

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Keys to a Warm and Bright Home in the Cold Months

Prepare your home for the time change  Last Sunday we put an end to our summer routines, welcoming the new wintertime, which will last until next Sunday 31 March 2024. With the arrival of wintertime, it is time to think about more than just whether we will sleep an hour more or an hour less;…

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Efficient energy use, a collective responsibility

21 October, World Energy Saving Day  World Energy Saving Day aims to raise society’s awareness of daily energy consumption and the collective responsibility to use energy efficiently and responsibly, for our planet. In a world where the preservation of the environment is the biggest challenge, saving energy becomes an unavoidable duty.   Each one of us…

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Exploring design trends between Paris and Valencia

Interior design that revolutionizes spaces and transforms life within them  September saw two key meetings for creativity and innovation in interior spaces: the Maison & Objet trade fairs in Paris and Hábitat in Valencia.  With an eminently commercial presence, both events have evolved to present cultural exhibitions, debates and round tables, featuring the prominent professionals…

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Sustainable, if wallet allows it

Sustainability as a priority in the home of GENERATION Z  Sustainability awareness, along with the use of technology, is one of the most distinctive features of Generation Z compared to previous generations. However, the feasibility of incorporating this philosophy into daily life depends to a large extent on the economic possibilities of each individual.   In…

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The kitchen, a learning space for children

10 key ideas to pass on to your children in the kitchen  Cooking can be a space for fun, learning and knowledge development for the youngest children, as well as encouraging healthy behavioural habits for them, society and the environment.  Summer is coming to an end and with it, the holidays. The children return to…

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Technology in the home of the future of the Z generation

Centennials‘ priorities and preferences for their home of the future  En la era de la digitalización, la integración de la tecnología en el hogar se ha convertido en una cuestión clave para la generación Z, también conocida como los “nativos digitales”. Sin embargo, pese a los innegables avances de los últimos años, la revolución tecnológica…

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EXPEDITION TO THE GLOBAL DESIGN CENTRE

Long-haul trends marked by the design seen at Fuori SALONE 23 in Milan  The centre of the design world is Milan, the city opens its “salons” to the 400,000 or so professionals who come to the many meetings and events that unfold in every corner of the city.  Transcendent messages prevail, those of vindication and…

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The favorite home style and design trends of the young Z’s.

Home Z is minimalist, bright, open to the outside and with a clear delimitation of spaces.  Generation Z youngsters are relatively conservative in terms of typology, configuration and home ownership; perhaps because they are deep-pocketed elements that seem less open to innovation. Will they be more receptive to current trends in home style and design?  …

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Light, a source of health and well-being

16 May, International Day of Light  The International Day of Light is a global initiative, promoted by UNESCO, to increase awareness of the science and technologies of light and their impact on the world today. It commemorates the first emission of laser light in 1960, a scientific discovery that provides tools for the benefit of…

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New trends in space design come from Paris

Expedition to the new center of  international design Maison&Objet Paris is positioning itself as one of the essential design events. As its title indicates, the mention of the word HOME added to OBJECT provides a link of closeness to the elements that live with us, those that make daily life more useful and beautiful. The…

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Six trends on the future home of Generation Z

A report by the Silestone Institute outlines the trends for the coming years Homes recover their role as shelters from permanent exposure to social media but are also transformed into an environment that accumulates, offers, and displays experiences. Housing types and property, style and design, technology integration, sustainability, and the importance of the kitchen space…

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We are entering the era of hyperactive interiors

Three key interior design trends for 2023 What is the next step of each transcendent trend in interior design? At the turn of each year, all of us analysts rush to speculate and predict the evolutionary evolution of the transformation of the environment around us in our daily actions. Interior design has become a nucleus…

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Zero waste, also at Christmas

 Christmas is the time of the year when most food is wasted; it is estimated that 20% of what we buy ends up in the trash. This is a serious ethical, socioeconomic and environmental problem that also has a negative impact on our health. New regulations in our country, a Royal Decree on the Requirements…

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Metaverso, housing and design: conquering the ‘other’ space

FLASH TRENDS by Silestone Institute The metaverse is revealed as a perfect creative space for the design of interiors, surfaces and equipment. The Silestone Institute claims the role of the ‘virtual home’ as a driver and catalyst of trends. In 1980, an entrepreneur named Dennis Hope divided the Moon into plots to sell at popular…

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Emotional wellness: 4 trends to enjoy our home

With all that we have experienced these past two years, we realize how important it is to enjoy the little things, connect with ourselves and always seek our emotional well-being. We spend about 90% of our time indoors. In this sense, the home is our refuge to relax and connect with ourselves, seeking stability, emotional…

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Contemporary bathrooms. New spaces for body and mind

Bathrooms have become a sign of identity in hotels, restaurants, public spaces in general and, especially in the home as a sign of transformation of habits and customs, and of new ways of inhabiting the bathroom. The evolution of bathroom interior design has been astonishing throughout the 20th century and into the 21st century, and…

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Sustainable reform to combat climate change at home

The climate change that the planet is undergoing is becoming increasingly evident and is also being felt in our homes. We are faced with the need to react to climate change and it is urgent to act through the energy rehabilitation of existing homes and buildings. It is estimated that only 5% of our buildings…

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Five emerging trends and new paths in design

Flash of design trends. Fuori Salone del Mobile and Milan Design Week 22-23 Once a year Milan becomes the undisputed capital of design. The imprint that each edition brings is the inspiration of trends and tendencies (furniture, lighting, fabrics, surfaces, new technologies, craftsmanship tradition…) in interior and exterior spaces of the home, commercial, educational or…

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Back to School. Tips for preparing a healthy lunch box

The summer season is coming to end and with it the return to school is approaching. For this reason, we know that it is important to have everything ready for our children’s return to school. Following the recommendation of the Ministry of Health to have a “healthy diet”, increasing the consumption of fresh products, (especially…

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Six design tips to minimize noise pollution in the home

How to avoid noise pollution at home çAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), noise is one of the environmental factors that causes the most illnesses. As we are used to generating and enduring it, we are not aware of its harmful effects. Constant noise has many negative effects on human health and well-being. Chronic…

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Tips to prevent foodborne illnesses in summer

June 7th, World Food Safety Day According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), more than 200 diseases are caused by the consumption of unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemicals (as of 2021). Proper food preservation and handling helps to keep us…

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The Silestone Institute asks about food wastage in the home

Barcelona, May 4, 2022 – One in three foods ends up in the trash. Although wastage occurs in all links of the food chain, it is in the home where waste is most important. In Spanish households, more than 1,300 million kilograms/liters of food are thrown away annually, an average of 31 kilograms/liters per person.…

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Homes, new interior gardens

New structures, designs and surfaces to accommodate gardens, plants and orchards at home Barcelona, April 13, 2022 – Nature integrated into homes is the extension of a human concern that has been spreading unchecked for years. An upward evolution that is related to the drive for contact with natural life. Every living green detail at…

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Systems that allow you to save water consumption in your home

March 22, World Water Day Barcelona, March 22, 2022 – Today, caring for the environment is not only a personal need but also an obligation as a society. For this reason, and to raise awareness on World Water Day, the Silestone Institute offers tips that will allow you to save water in your home.  …

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The Silestone Institute organizes workshops to prevent food waste

On March 9 and 10, the Silestone Institute has organized talks and workshops at Cosentino’s facilities and at the Provincial Palace of the Provincial Council to raise awareness and get involved in this problem that affects us all. Food wastage is a serious issue with ethical implications and socio-economic and environmental repercussions. It is estimated…

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Mercado Little Spain: a space dedicated to the Spanish Way of Life in New York City

Cosentino City Live hosts a new session of Architecture and Gastronomy Dialogues, in streaming, organized by the Silestone Institute. The Silestone Institute brought together chef José Andrés, architect Juli Capella and Santiago Alfonso, vice president of Strategic Communication and Corporate Reputation at Cosentino to discuss the concept and creation of Mercado Little Spain, the gastronomic…

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The interior space, mirrors and mirages

Barcelona, February 9, 2022 – “The mirror, as a trend in interiors, replicates itself from multiple perspectives, like an infinite kaleidoscope. The human being looks at himself in the mirror of the new architecture and interior design,” explains Marisa Santamaría, researcher and disseminator of global design trends. MULTIPLICATION OF SPACES Mirrors expand the sensation of…

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Proper hygienic habits at home more important than ever in times of pandemic

The “Hygiene’s wheel at home” by Instituto Silestone The extension and duration of Covid-19 has made it necessary to reinforce hygiene guidelines at home as an essential measure to be protected against the virus. The Silestone Institute proposes hygiene guidelines to avoid the formation of sources of infection in the home that could put people’s…

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The perfect kitchen is more than just a beautiful design

The kitchen space should be both inspiring and functional to create a place tailored to your lifestyle. Individualized cabinet interiors and good lighting help you to organize the space and better plan the activity in your kitchen. A perfect kitchen is about more than just good looks. It’s about creating a space that seamlessly combines…

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Good for you, good for society and the planet.

January is a month known for its steep slope, an uphill climb that requires all our financial and personal effort to reach the summit. Gone are the holidays and the excesses, showing us a new panorama of opportunities and good intentions that are not only good for us but also for society and the planet…

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In live rock

“Design gets close to the mountain”. Rock surfaces The Silestone Institute presents the latest trends in design with materials and textures that bring us closer to the rocks of the mountains. We embrace the earth and the magnetic power of rocks, their weight, density, color and texture accompany designers today in the design of the…

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Critical points in the kitchen

Those that can be a focus of infections and we must take extreme care: Storage area: Pantry. Refrigerator. Freezer. Handling area: Sink. Countertop.. Utensils. Knives. Cutting boards. Kitchen cloths and rags. Waste and recycling area: Garbage. Recycling bins.

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Did you know that fresh food does not mean clean food?

Carefully clean foods that are consumed raw, such as vegetables. To prepare cold sauces, such as mayonnaise, extreme hygiene precautions, keep them cold and consume them as soon as possible. Dishes prepared with heat but consumed cold, such as custard or pastry cream, are also considered risky.

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School lunch box. How to prepare a healthy back-to-school lunch box

Summer is over and school is back in session. We know how important it is not only to take care of the family economy but also that your children eat healthy. The sanitary authorities recommend a “healthy diet”, by increasing the consumption of fresh products, especially fruits and vegetables, and reducing the consumption of foods…

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How to avoid foodborne illness in summer?

With the arrival of summer, it is necessary to take some measures to preserve and cook food to avoid foodborne illness caused by toxic bacteria that find in this time of the year the ideal temperature to multiply. Bacteria need heat and a humid environment to develop and under favorable conditions, they can multiply exponentially…

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Slow Life Home

During this year and a half of pandemic, although compelled by the situation, we have managed to enjoy many moments of calm, spending quality time with our families and relaxing while enjoying our home. Daily life leads us unconsciously to apply an accelerated pace. This pace is encouraged to a great extent using technologies that…

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Safer and healthier restaurant kitchens with Passive Food Safety Systems

With the current pandemic situation, the restoration sector has made a great effort to adapt its facilities with additional safety, hygiene, and health measures (hydroalcoholic gel, safety distances between tables, menus with QR codes, disinfection devices, improvements in ventilation, filters, temperature control…). There are other measures that can contribute to the biosecurity of professional kitchens:…

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Mercado Little Spain: a space dedicated to the Spanish Way of Life in New York City

Cosentino City Live hosts a new session of Architecture and Gastronomy Dialogues, in streaming, organized by the Silestone Institute. Barcelona, April 28. The Silestone Institute brought together chef José Andrés, architect Juli Capella and Santiago Alfonso, vice president of Strategic Communication and Corporate Reputation at Cosentino to discuss the concept and creation of Mercado Little…

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Latest generation materials and products for your kitchen

If you are thinking of renovating or renewing the kitchen of your home, it is important that you know about the latest generation materials and products available in the market. The kitchen world is evolving faster and faster and that is why we want to show you some innovative proposals to renovate this space and…

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How to save water in your kitchen and bathroom at home?

World Water Day, March 22nd. Today, on World Water Day, it is necessary to be aware of the importance of saving water consumption, not only to take care of our health but also of the planet. It is important to look at our daily actions to contribute to an increasingly sustainable world. The Silestone Institute…

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How to be more sustainable in the kitchen?

World Environmental Education Day is celebrated on January 26. Its main objective is to identify environmental issues and raise awareness among people and governments of the need to participate in conserving and protecting the environment. Today, we are facing new challenges that directly influence our food and compromise our food security: climate change, food waste,…

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This winter improve the comfort of your home with some decoration ideas

What is the ideal winter temperature inside the home? The Institute for the Diversification and Saving of Energy (IDAE) indicates that the temperature for thermal comfort in a shaded environment with “passive” activity should be between 21°C and 23°C. In other words, 21-23°C during the day, while at night or when the house is unoccupied…

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Tips to avoid food toxi-infections in 10 Christmas meals.

Choosing good, fresh, quality raw materials and preserving them properly, along with proper handling, are the keys to avoid food-borne toxi-infections. In addition, there are several preparations that are very typical of this Christmas season that are especially dangerous. Maite Pelayo, microbiologist and technical spokesperson for the Silestone Institute, advises us how to handle and…

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Cleaning the dishwasher correctly

Filters: remove food residues from dishes and pans before putting them in the dishwasher to prevent them from accumulating in the dishwasher. Blades: check that the holes through which the water comes out are free of dirt. Door seals: remove any dirt. Inside the appliance and internal pipes: some cleaning products can be applied to…

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Passive Food Safety Systems for a healthier kitchen

Konkreta Soluciones photo We can have a healthier kitchen if we incorporate Passive Systems that help to improve Food Safety and health. ¿What are Passive Food Safety Systems? They are advance-generation materials and equipment that provide a plus of safety and hygiene to face eventual microbiologic contamination, without making big changes in our habits. Healthy…

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8 tips to adapt your kitchen to teleworking

The Covid-19 pandemic has created a new need that is here to stay: teleworking. Full time or part time, it seems that teleworking will remain as a new work model in companies. For this reason, it is necessary to have adapt a space in our home to be able to telework in a comfortable, productive…

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Food waste: a global problem that affects us all

October 16, World Food Day 85% of consumers admit they waste food while 5% indicate doing it in large quantities. On “World Food Day” and on recent “Food Waste Day”, the Silestone Institute reflects on this global problem that affects us all. It has serious ethical implications and important repercussions in the socio-economic and environmental…

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Redecorate the heart of your home personalizing your kitchen

Now is the time to feel comfortable in our homes. The kitchen is the heart of the home, a multifunctional space where we spend much of the day. Therefore, take the opportunity to give a personalized touch to your kitchen in an easy and practical way, turning it into an original space with its own…

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Ideas and benefits of having a vertical garden in your kitchen

The kitchen in a multifunctional space where we spend most of our time. A new idea to decorate the kitchen space is by placing your own urban or vertical garden. This way you can take advantage of not only natural resources when cooking but also decorate your kitchen and maximize your space. 4 ideas to…

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Tips to avoid food-borne toxinfections in summer and prevent cross contamination in the kitchen

Interview on IGTV with Maite Pelayo, microbiologist and technical Conclusions of the Interview on IGTV with Maite Pelayo, microbiologist and technical spokesperson for the Silestone Institute, about Food Safety and Cross Contamination. With the arrival of summer and high temperatures the risk of suffering food-borne toxinfection increases dangerously. In addition, eating habits at this time…

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We must change the way we relate to food

As part of Food Safety Week (Sunday, June 7), the Silestone Institute talks about the new paradigm of Food Security. To get healthy, safe, and nutritious food we must introduce a new global concept of food that involves multiple factors. We face new challenges that directly influence our diet and that compromise our food security:…

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Aspects to improve in the kitchen

Take care of smells. Air fresheners are not advisable. Install joint-less and non-porous materials for countertops. Have non-slip floors and easy to clean. Avoid plastics in the fridge and when heating meal. Locate the pantry away from appliances that dissipate heat or steam because hot steam spoils food.

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The kitchen: recommended healthy measures

Clean surfaces frequently, since the virus remains up to 3 days on interior surfaces. It is very important to ventilate the kitchen, before and after cooking since it is a space where food is handled and preserved. It is advisable to have a good extractor hood. That we should have on while cooking, especially in…

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Domestic well-being: the importance of clean air

Ventilate common areas and spaces frequently since germ particles remain in the air for about 3 hours. Do not smoke inside the house. Install the dining room table near the window for better ventilation. Be tolerant to room temperature allowing maximum fresh air to enter. And avoid humidity.

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The kitchen: an ecosystem to improve our health and wellbeing

Global Kitchen study “The kitchen, the heart of the home” The kitchen space must be designed to help us improve our eating and cooking habits as well as taking care of our health We must consider how we can adapt our kitchen to current health and wellness needs. Barcelona, ​​May 12, 2020.- Within the present…

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Spring season food

Fish: Eels, eel, cod, sea bream, mackerel, carp, lamprey, liba, sea bass, grouper, palometa, perch, salmon, shark and trout. Seafood: Cockles, clams, razor clams, scampi, prawns, prawns, mussels, oysters, cuttlefish, choco, shrimp, octopus, barnacles and scallops. Meats: Woodcock, beef, quail, maids, pheasant, chicken, liver, wild boar, hare, gizzards, cow, deer, suckling pig, rabbit, lamb, pheasant,…

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Spring season food

Fruits: Strawberries, kiwis, lemon, lime, orange, banana, passion fruit, apricots, loquat, papaya, pineapple, grapefruit, avocado, apple and persimmons. Vegetables: snow peas, young beans, peas, spinach, leeks, zucchini, broccoli, garlic, asparagus, beets, cucumbers, radishes, leeks, carrots, celery, artichokes, cabbage, lettuce, squash, eggplant, green beans and endives.

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Cook healthier dishes taking advantage of seasonal foods

Did you know that seasonal foods are healthier, cheaper and more organic? Although this spring we have to be in confinement, we want to take the opportunity to remember what seasonal foods we have within our reach and that will allow us to save on purchases and at the same time, enjoy cooking by preparing…

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On arriving home after purchase

Put the bags on the floor, wash our hands and put the food in its storage place, putting the oldest in front. Take advantage to review the expiration dates or preferred consumption. Wash the bags used in the washing machine on a hot water program.

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Plan the supermarket shopping

Program the menus well in advance, making a detailed shopping list below. If we do not have a pantry, create a fund with long-lasting foods such as dried vegetables, pasta and rice, but also cans of preserves or powdered milk … but without ever falling into hoarding.

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At the time of shopping

Go to the center avoiding rush hours and trying to maintain a safety distance of at least one meter with other clients. Of course, do not go if we have any symptoms that make us suspect that we are infected. Carry our own shopping bags avoiding using carts and baskets from the supermarket. Do not…

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At the supermarket

Do not speak on food (and of course cough or sneeze!), They do not reproduce them, but they could become a material support of the virus. Make the usual purchase including fresh products. Both frozen, industrial and home made in hygienic conditions, are an excellent option in these cases. Pay with a card better than…

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Kitchen and utensil cleaning

Clean crockery and kitchenware, preferably in a dishwasher, at maximum temperature. Once the cooking is finished, do a general cleaning of the kitchen and the floor and ventilate the entire environment.

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Sanitize dish towels

Change and wash kitchen towels and textile frequently at each cooking session and at maximum temperature. Leave the scouring pads and cloths to soak in 10% bleach for five minutes.

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Cooking food at high temperature

Cook food at a high temperature above 70º and keep it protected to avoid recontamination. If the food is not going to be consumed immediately, refrigerate it or keep it warm above 65º. Consume them as soon as possible.

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Safety and hygiene habits for children in the kitchen

Do not use knives without supervision and use a cutting board for fruits and vegetables. Always wash your hands before cooking, rubbing them vigorously with warm soapy water. Before cooking, wear an apron, hair up and wear short-sleeved or rolled-up clothes. Clean up spills immediately. Use a paper towel, avoiding sponges or kitchen towels.

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Frequently clean countertops and surfaces

Remember to constantly and thoroughly clean and disinfect surfaces because viruses can remain on them. Clean first with soap and water and then disinfect with a solution of water with bleach -according to the manufacturer’s instructions- or 70% alcohol. Leave to act for 5 minutes. Rinse and dry with a clean cloth or paper.

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Tips for preparing, doing and storing your supermarket shopping

Barcelona,​​March 31, 2020.- During the periods of confinement of any nature, it is necessary to implement correct food management actions that aim to lengthen the availability of products without storing too much food to avoid wastage. Undoubtedly, on these days we will handle more food since we will probably multiply the number of meals and…

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Architecture and Gastronomy: “The salt of life”

Within the framework of the “Dialogues of Architecture and Gastronomy” by the Silestone Institute, Cosentino has organized a new session at the Hospitality School of Seville. Chef Diego Guerrero, the architect Víctor Moreno, founder of TrueTalk Tecnificación Inmobiliaria and the VP of Marketing and Communication of Cosentino Santiago Alfonso have been the participants on this occasion. The talk has been moderated by the journalist of Canal Sur…

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Global Kichen, the heart of the home

“Global Kitchen: the kitchen, the heart of the home”, is the second publication of Global Kitchen, a multidisciplinary project created by Cosentino, to study the space of domestic cooking. The study reflects how they materialize in the design and use of this room, social changes and new ways of life of the 21st century. A…

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Architecture and Gastronomy in the Basque Culinary Center fostered by Silestone Institute

“The architect-gastronomic concept of a restaurant” is the proposal of the Silestone Institute round table which was hold in the Basque Culinary Center, within the framework of “Dialogues of Architecture and Gastronomy”. Dani García, chef and entrepreneur of the Restaurant Dani García, Juan Carlos Rodríguez, architect responsible for the project and Santiago Alfonso, Director of…

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Five inventions by women that have changed our daily life in the kitchen

The fridge An essential appliance in our kitchens today that ensures the food we store is kept in a good condition. Since the beginning of history, humans have searched for ways to preserve food. So, what’s the history of the fridge? At the beginning of the twentieth century (specifically in 1914), Florence Parpart invented the modern…

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Preparing Christmas holidays meals with more than 48 hours in advance may increase the risk of food-borne illness

One of the important and common issues among Spanish families is the conservation of the Christmas leftovers. It is very important to follow de right steps to prevent food contamination and cause some sort of food poisoning.Maite Pelayo, microbiologist and specialised representative of Silestone Institute, does not recommend reusing or freezing the leftovers home preparations.…

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8 simple tips for a healthy and hygienic lunchbox

Before handling food, we should wash our hands and use clean utensils, not allowing food to come into contact with any surface not previously sanitized. Change the utensils for every type of aliment or for the previously cooked and not cooked, this way we avoid the cross contamination. The cold consumed dinners, must be putted…

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Antibacterial Surface Coatings Applied for Food Safety

The aim of Professor Emily Hunt‘s study is to address the need in today’s society for innovative solutions that help reduce pathogens and bacterial contamination in the food industry and prevent the potential risk to public health. Researchers worldwide are responding to this social need. Dr. Hunt proposes the use of new materials, given the limited effectiveness of…

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Global Kitchen. The home kitchen in the era of globalization

Global Kitchen is a publication, edited by the Silestone Institute, that presents some reflections on the uses and global trends in the kitchen and its role in the home of the future. This publication is a complement to its predecessor “A 90 cm above ground” which has become a benchmark in the professional kitchen sector.…

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90cm Above Floor Level

The book investigates the needs of haute cuisine and defines the concepts and standards of today’s professional kitchen facilities. In research and analysisi conducted have tended to the needs of cooks on ergonomics, sustainability and energy efficiency. It includes the point of view of the main international chefs in order to extrapolate their concerns and…

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Restaurant Architecture

Agents involved in any restoration facility, whether social or commercial, are: The location and promoter. The technical team restoration specialist multidisciplinary. Companies specialized construction and installation. Note that this approach is valid for any new project to remodeling existing ones. As a tip, you should always be made to study the project as a new…

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Latest trends and novelties of the culinary space

The counter and the open kitchen as a show have become the great protagonists of restaurants There are two defined modernity lines in the design of restaurants: the counter and the open kitchen as a stage for cooking shows and an exercise of transparency towards dinner guests. The counter conveys the soul of our territory…

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Tha Caravan of Health

The Silestone Institute participates in “The Caravan of Health”, an initiative launched by Carrefour along with Disney and the chef Ferran Adrià to promote healthy lifestyles.  The Silestone Institute will organize Express Domestic Food Handler Workshops in the Caravan of Health by an expert on Food Safety. “The Caravan of Health”, an initiative launched by Carrefour along with Disney and the chef Ferran Adrià. The Caravan of Health will…

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The design of Disfrutar restaurant: the success of a creative process that has broken the moulds

As part of the Hostelco fair, a new session of Dialogues of Architecture and Gastronomy has been organized by the Silestone Institute. The chef Oriol Castro – Restaurante Disfrutar-, the architect Oliver Franz Schmitz –El Equipo Creativo – and Pilar Navarro –Cosentino Group– have shared a talk about “Disfrutar. the challenge of designing a new restaurant”. The event was…

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Kitchen hygiene decalogue

1. Shopping, the first step toward trust Examine the shop: – Cleanliness of the establishment and personnel – Products which need to be refrigerated or frozen are properly stored Examine the product: – That the external appearance of the food is good – That packages are in perfect condition – That the label contains all…

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Design or Functionality in a restaurant?

Design or functionality? Chef Paco Roncero and interior designer María Villalón describe the process of designing a restaurant • Transmitting the essence of the restaurant to the interior designer and the presence of chemistry between the chef and interior designer is key to achieving the soul of the restaurant in the design (Paco Roncero) •…

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Roca, Aduriz and Atala explain the keys of their kitchens in a book about restaurants architecture

Silestone Institute presented the book “90 cm Above Floor Level. Restaurant Architecture: High Performance Sustainable Facilites” at Madrid Fusión (link video presentation) Three great chefs participated at Madrid Fusion in the presentation of the book “90 cm Above Floor Level”, whose authors are the dietitian and nutritionist Yolanda Sala Vidal and the architect and ecodesigner Jordi Montañés Biñana. The book was…

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The best chefs in the world participate in a Silestone Institute publication

The Silestone Institute and The World’s 50 Best Restaurants have delivered the book “90 cm Above Floor Level”, whose authors are the dietitian and nutritionist Yolanda Sala Vidal and the architect and ecodesigner Jordi Montañés Biñana, to over of the 500 representatives of the international gastronomic scene that attended the gala where it was announced the list of the 50…

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Construmat’s Innovation Center, the projection stage of sustainable professional kitchen’s new patterns

Presenters: Yolanda Sala Vidal. Dietitian and nutritionist. Jordi Montañés Biñana. Architect and ecodesigner. Santiago Alfonso. Silestone Institute’s General Secretary. The importance of planning considering the professional standards makes “90 cm Above Floor Level” a must have publication for any architectural project focused on high performance installations. The sustainability of the whole structure is only possible…

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The book ’90 cm above floor level’ published by Silestone Institute has been selected as a finalist in the international Gourmand Awards

The book “90 cm above floor level. Restaurant architecture: high performance sustainable facilities” has been recently awarded by the Gourmand Award for the Best Professional Book category in Spain and, therefore, has been selected as a finalist for the International Gourmand Awards for Best World Professional Book.  The gala dinner will be taken place in…

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The Alimentaria Fair 2014 relies on Silestone for the countertops surfaces at ‘The Alimentaria Experience’, a new gastronomic space of the Fair

Five of the chefs leaders who have collaborated in the book “90 cm Above Floor Level” edited by Silestone Institute, such as Joan Roca, Carme Ruscalleda, Carles Abellan or Javier and Sergi Torres, will give master classes on Silestone countertop surfaces at the Alimentaria Fair that begins today in Barcelona. This year, Silestone countertops surfaces…

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A 90 cm do chao: expansion of the concepts and architecture standards for the professional kitchen facilities in the Brazilian market

What began as an initiative of Silestone Institute to promote the study and knowledge of commercial catering sector one year ago, now has become the architecture framework for the professional kitchen facilities thanks to recognitions like the Gourmand Award for the Best Professional Spanish Book. The book, whose leitmotif is the definition of the concepts…

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Curbing food waste in the food chain in the European Union

A recent report published by the European Commission estimates that about 100 million tons of food are wasted annually in the EU. The previous data made public in 2012 was about 89 million tons. The problem, far from solved, has been aggravated. If remedial action is not taken, it is estimated to reach 126 tons…

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DiverXo restaurant: a unique experience for the guest

Chef David Muñoz is renowned for breaking rules in all aspects and not just in the kitchen. His goal is to surprise and misplace. For the new DiverXo restaurant project, the restigious interior designer Lázaro Rosa-Violán received chef’s request to “create an atmosphere and a unique experience for the guest, which left no one indifferent”. The result is…

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The Global Kitchen study is presented internationally

The Global Kitchen study on La Cocina del Futuro, prepared by the Silestone Institute for Consentino, has been presented in London, Milan, Montreal, New York, Toronto, Sydney and Singapore. Global Kitchen is a multidisciplinary international study to anticipate what domestic cooking will be like 25 years from now. In the Global Kitchen studio, 17 renowned…

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Science Party – Barcelona 2017

We have celebrated in Barcelona the Party of Science. From Silestone Institute together with Carrefour and Ferran Adrià we have brought there the health caravan, traveling our country throughout the year. The aim is to bring science to the public, giving lectures and workshops on key hygiene practices in the kitchen.  Our skilled microbiologist Maite…

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The Silestone Institute celebrates its 10th Anniversary with a talk about the kitchen of the future and the publication of a 10-Year Digital Report

The Silestone Institute has celebrated its 10th Anniversary with a talk-colloquium on the kitchen of the future. On the occasion of this commemoration, the Institute has also produced a digital report that collects the contents and activities carried out during these ten years. According to Santiago Alfonso, secretary general of the Silestone Institute, “Cosentino promoted…

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Synergies between kitchen and interior design: Getting a good atmosphere in a restaurant is the key success factor in Tapas 24 Diagonal-Tuset y La Barra de Carles Abellán

The CETT, School of Gastronomy, Tourism and Hospitality, has hosted a new session of Architecture and Gastronomy Dialogues, organized by Instituto Silestone. In this session, Carles Abellán, chef and entrepreneur of the Restaurant Tapas 24 Diagonal-Tuset and la Barra, the interior designer Cristina Campoy from Campoy Sinergias and Rafael Luque from Cosentino Group have shared a talk on “Synergies between cuisine…

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SPSA. Passive Food Safety Systems in Kitchens

Passive Food Safety Systems – SPSA (Acronym in Spanish of Sistemas Pasivos de Seguridad Alimentaria), a concept in food safety management that was developed for the Silestone Institute by Maite Pelayo Blas, a microbiologist, expert in Biocommunication and Food Safety and technical spokesperson for the Silestone Institute. SPSA is a fascinating line of research which…

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