http://aeromanufacturing.bcz.com/2017/10/13/why-stainless-steel-is-so-important-to-the-food-industry/ Another benefit of stainless steel is the fact that it does not absorb any food taste or odor even from very spicy foods like garlic and peppers. This means that the taste and smell of food will not be affected by other foods that were previously in contact with the table. After a quick wipe-down with soap and water, a stainless steel table is ready for the next ingredients. hourly 1