Press Release: Aito Fresh Combines AI and Culinary Arts – How Smart Technology is Revolutionizing Restaurant Experiences in Helsinki
Press Release:
Helsinki, October 30, 2024
Aito Fresh Combines AI and Culinary Arts – How Smart Technology is Revolutionizing Restaurant Experiences in Helsinki
The Aito Fresh restaurant, located in Helsinki’s CityCenter Mall, has implemented artificial intelligence to enhance the dining experience and offer customers personalized, healthy options. The restaurant uniquely combines cutting-edge technology and delicious food, providing customers not only with flavor-packed meals but also with valuable insights about the nutritional benefits and origins of their food.
Aito Fresh presents a groundbreaking concept where AI is not just a background tool but an active part of the customer experience. The restaurant, located on the second floor of CityCenter Mall, has developed a digital menu system in which an AI-powered chatbot serves as a virtual guide for diners. This chatbot helps customers make informed choices about their meals, offering detailed information on the nutritional profiles, taste profiles, origins, and environmental impact of the dishes.
“Our goal is that our customers don’t just enjoy delicious food, but also learn from their dining experience. With AI, we can provide real-time information that helps them make healthier and more sustainable choices,” explains Sanja Heininen, development manager and one of the founding members of Aito Fresh.
AI Enables Tailored Dining Experiences
Aito Fresh is bringing something new to the Finnish restaurant scene. The restaurant's AI system allows each customer to have a personalized dining experience. Customers can receive recommendations based on their dietary preferences or allergies. Additionally, the AI can provide information about the origin of the fresh ingredients, their environmental impact, and the best ways to combine different dishes.
“Our chatbot is not just a server taking orders; it’s a virtual expert. It can discuss various diets with customers, such as sustainable fishing or plant-based alternatives. This makes the dining experience not only delicious but also smart,” adds Siyun Gu, the restaurant’s manager and co-founder.
Focus on Local and Sustainable Ingredients
In addition to AI, Aito Fresh emphasizes local and sustainable ingredients. The restaurant uses organic and biodynamically grown vegetables and responsibly sourced fish. “We want to support the local community and reduce the environmental impact of our food supply chain,” says Heininen.
The restaurant is also known for its innovative culinary approaches. Nordic ingredients are combined with Asian cooking techniques, resulting in unique flavors and combinations that can easily be customized to suit individual preferences using AI.
AI and Dining – The Future Direction
The opening of Aito Fresh in Helsinki provides an example of how AI can revolutionize the restaurant industry. By merging technology with nutrition science, the restaurant offers customers a deeper experience that is not only about delicious food but also conscious eating and responsible choices.
“AI gives us the opportunity to raise the bar across the restaurant industry. The customer gets more than just a meal—they gain knowledge that can influence their lifestyle in the long run,” says Heininen.
Experience Aito Fresh in Helsinki, CityCenter Mall, 2nd floor, Kaivokatu 8, 00101 Helsinki. For more information or to make a reservation, visit https://www.aitofresh.fi.
