Automation has made its way into restaurant kitchens. Planet Money looks at what the effects of automation have been historically — and watches a robot wok in action to see how it may change things.

Robby the chef has lots of endearing qualities. He can make over 5000 dishes, he’s a consistent cook, and he’s never late for work. But he’s not a human. It is a 750 lb. stainless steel robot. With a ...

Fresh Take Eatery, a new robotic kitchen at WellSpan York Hospital, is preparing hot meals in minutes for patients, staff and ...

HAYWARD, California (AP) — Robots that can flip burgers, make salads, and even bake bread are in growing demand as virus-wary kitchens try to put some distance between workers and customers. Starting ...

At both IFA last fall and this year’s CES in Las Vegas, there was one big trend everyone seemed to be talking about: the rise of humanoid robots from science fiction fantasy to a powerful, ...

In today’s world, where time feels shorter and the to-do list keeps growing, tech has stepped in to make our lives a whole lot easier, and sometimes, a little lazier. From robots that cook for you to ...