Abstract: A mattress including a plurality of layers, each layer extending in a substantially parallel, horizontal direction and being positioned in vertical relation to other layers and each layer further having a perforated or open-cell structure. At least one layer has a gel dispersed within the perforated or open-cell structure of the layer.

Abstract: A method of assembling a chair component includes providing a first chair member, providing a second chair member moveable between a first position, wherein the second chair member is coplanar with the first chair member, and a second position, wherein the second chair member is parallel with the first chair member, and wrapping a cover member about the first and second chair members. The method further includes providing a drawstring operably coupled with the cover member, drawing the cover member about the first and second chair members when the second chair member is in the first position, fixing an effective length of the drawstring while the second chair member is in the first postion, moving the second chair member from the first position to the second position, and securing the second chair member in the second position.

Abstract: A lightweight child carrier that can be mounted upon the front or the back of a wearer's torso with little or no need to adjust the carrier's harness. The carrier includes a main panel having generally a rectangular shape. The bottom edge of the main panel is joined to the top edge of a padded waist band and the bottom edge of a head restraining panel is joined to the top edge of the main panel. Shoulder straps are connected to the main panel and are cojoined by a chest strap that is slidably mounted upon each shoulder strap. Adjustable restraining straps are connected to the chest strap and to the head restraining panel. An auxiliary waist belt is provided that considerably expands the length of the waist band to allow the carrier to be worn by a woman during pregnancy.

Abstract: Play yards and methods of operating the same are disclosed. An example playard includes a plurality of posts, a lower frame supported by the plurality of posts, and a top frame supported by the plurality of posts when the playard is in an erected position. The top frame includes a first rounded rail; a second rounded rail opposite the first rounded rail; a third rounded rail between the first rounded rail and the second rounded rail; and a fourth rounded rail opposite the third rounded rail. In the erected position, the third rail curves upward and a center of the third rail is at a first height and a center of the first rail is a second height. The second height is closer to the lower frame than the first height.

Abstract: A beverage container holder storage unit is described as having a housing having a first end and a second end, a support member extending across the first end of the housing, and a force delivering element. The housing defines an interior cavity to receive a plurality of beverage container holders. The housing has a discharge slot along a portion of the first end for removing the beverage container holders. The support member has a recess formed along one side and is configured to receive a bottom tab of the beverage container holders. The recess is aligned with the discharge slot, such that when a user positions the tab of a bottommost beverage container holder within the recess, the beverage container holder is removable through the discharge slot. The force delivering element is positionable within the interior cavity and is configured to deliver force to collapse the bottommost beverage container holder.

Abstract: A beverage container holder storage unit is described as having a housing having a first end and a second end, a support member extending across the first end of the housing, and a force delivering element. The housing defines an interior cavity to receive a plurality of beverage container holders. The housing has a discharge slot along a portion of the first end for removing the beverage container holders. The support member has a recess formed along one side and is configured to receive a bottom tab of the beverage container holders. The recess is aligned with the discharge slot, such that when a user positions the tab of a bottommost beverage container holder within the recess, the beverage container holder is removable through the discharge slot. The force delivering element is positionable within the interior cavity and is configured to deliver force to collapse the bottommost beverage container holder.

Abstract: A beverage container holder storage unit is described as having a housing having a first end and a second end, a support member extending across the first end of the housing, and a force delivering element. The housing defines an interior cavity to receive a plurality of beverage container holders. The housing has a discharge slot along a portion of the first end for removing the beverage container holders. The support member has a recess formed along one side and is configured to receive a bottom tab of the beverage container holders. The recess is aligned with the discharge slot, such that when a user positions the tab of a bottommost beverage container holder within the recess, the beverage container holder is removable through the discharge slot. The force delivering element is positionable within the interior cavity and is configured to deliver force to collapse the bottommost beverage container holder.

Abstract: A display system and method for displaying a product is disclosed. The system may include a display stem and a retainer for holding the product. The retainer may include a bracket and a retainer body having a substantially smooth surface. The display stem may include a recess for receiving at least a portion of the retainer body. The retainer may be oriented on top of the display stem in one or more predetermined positions through the use of magnetic forces. The retainer may be returned to and held on top of the display stem using a retaining cable. The retainer body and recess may include charging contacts for delivering power to a product held by the retainer when the retainer body is received within the recess.

Abstract: A refrigerated merchandiser including a case defining a product display area to support product and a refrigeration system at least partially coupled to the case to condition the product display area. The case includes case structure at least partially exposed to the product display area. The merchandiser also includes a heat guide that is in communication with cold air within the product display area, and a heat source that is coupled to the case structure within the product display area. The heat source is further coupled to the heat guide by a thermal recovery device. The heat guide forms a bridge between the thermal recovery device and the cold air in the product display area such that power is generated based on a temperature difference across the thermal recovery device.

Abstract: A cooling unit arrangement including at least two mutually arranged shelf modules, with a base group, a rear wall group and an upper group with respective covering parts and forming a cooling chamber, and a cooling device. The shelf modules have identical modular parts with frame profiles and which support the base group, the rear wall group and the upper group and at least the rear wall group of each shelf module is equipped with components of the cooling device. The module frame forms with frame profiles, lateral frames of the shelf modules and the base group, the rear wall group and the upper group are mounted with the respective covering parts thereof on the lateral frames. All these measures allow an advantageous installation and the cooling device includes at least one compressor, an evaporator, a condenser, connecting elements including connecting lines, a ventilator and a control device with a control unit.

Abstract: An ice cream dipping cabinet which holds tubs of ice cream, is provided with individual tub receptacles, surrounded by cooling coils. The cabinet, which can be used for other foods, either frozen or cold, has a solid top plate which orients the individual tubs. This allows lower maintenance time and cost, helps keep moisture out and cold air in the enclosed bottom of the cabinet. The top plate has holes for the tubs, which limits the escape of cold air from the cabinet, improving energy efficiency, as well as improving the overall visual aesthetics of the cabinet, and the ease of access to the desired tub by the server. The invention also includes a locking device for preventing each tub from turning when being accessed in the proper serving position, and means for moving the tub upward for ease of removal. A clear cover has a slidable lid, which is slidable about an arc, and also pivotable upwardly for ease of removing and replacing the more remote tubs.

Abstract: An adjustable tray for a merchandise display system may include a retainer for limiting the movement of products loaded in the adjustable tray, a pusher mechanism configured to bias product toward the retainer, a first divider extending from a first panel and second divider extending from a second panel. The spacing between the first divider and the second divider can be configured to be adjusted. The first panel and the second panel can be configured to move to provide additional surface area for the adjustable tray to accommodate different sized products.

Abstract: A display apparatus includes a merchandiser box and an adapter. The merchandiser box has an exterior bottom surface and an interior space defined by a back, a pair of sides, an interior bottom surface, a top and a front having a window. The interior space supports and displays merchandise. The adapter couples the back of the merchandiser box to a wall of a display fixture such that the exterior bottom surface of the merchandiser box is exposed along its entirety. The adapter includes at least one slot for receiving at least one hook located on an exterior of the back of the merchandiser box.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a trailer hitch coupler and a stand. The coupler includes a ball receiving portion and a mounting portion. The mounting portion has a pair of substantially parallel extending sides connected by a span and attachment structure enabling attachment to a trailer frame. The stand has a base. A pair of substantially parallel stand sides extend from the base and are adapted to engage a respective exterior side of the mounting portion of the trailer hitch coupler. A stand attachment portion extends from the base in the same direction as the sides. The stand attachment portion is adapted to engage the exterior of the span of the mounting portion. Locking structure for interaction with the attachment structure of the mounting portion such that the trailer hitch coupler is supported to extend in an orthogonal direction from the base.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for combined support, display, exhibition, reading and writing of flat objects, which consist of two separate essentially flat and plane sheet members (10, 20), one of which (10) is made up of an elongated horizontal base part which on its upper surface in the longitudinal direction has a coherent array of transverse serrated steps (13) and at least one transverse slit-formed recess (11), whereas the other member (20) is made up of an elongated mainly vertical erected support part having a sheet thickness which fits into the width of the transverse slit-formed recess (11) in the base part (10) when assembling the two parts, wherein the transverse slit-formed recess (11) is provided at the top of a transverse projecting elevation (12) on the upper surface at one end of the horizontal base part (10) thus forming a selected definite angle between the facing surfaces of the base part (10) and the vertical part (20) when the parts are assembled.

Abstract: A device for holding and dispensing reusable bags includes a structural base, a first arm-bracing wing, a second arm-bracing wing, an elastic restraint, and a bag storing hanger. When in use, a plurality of reusable bags is initially hooked onto a hook portion of the bag storing hanger. The elastic restraint secures the plurality of reusable bags with the structural base such that the plurality of reusable bags is stored on a racking portion of the bag storing hanger. The first arm-bracing wing and the second arm-bracing wing rest on a grocery bag holder when the device is used to dispense the plurality of reusable bags. A handle extending from the structural base allows the user to carry the device conveniently.

Abstract: Systems and kits for decorating walls include a plurality of décor assemblies and a plurality of complementary fastening structures. The décor assemblies include a décor element and a releasable fastening structure providing first fastening elements. The complementary fastening structure includes a base, a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on the base, and second fastening elements. The first fastening elements are releasably mateable with the second fastening elements to define a releasable fastening system. During use, a complementary fastening structure is releasably applied to a wall, and is connected to and supports one of the décor assemblies via the releasable fastening system. The releasable fastening system can comprise low profile hooks and loops, exhibiting relatively low holding power.

Abstract: The present invention is a malleable bed cover that transforms a child's bed to resemble a predetermined object such as an automobile, train, boat, fort, airplane, castle, dollhouse, or a white blank cover to create a personalized design. The bed cover changes shape to provide the child with space for imagination play through the use of accessories, markers and attachable toys.

Abstract: Beverage container (1), in particular beverage pouch, provided with a puncture opening (2) for puncturing it with a drinking straw (5), wherein the puncture opening (2) is punched in and a sealing foil exposed to the outside is fixed to the inner side around the puncture opening (2) at the inner side by means of a weld (7), such that a tight closure is formed, characterized in that between the inner welding edge (3) of the weld (7) and the lower edge (2b) of the puncture opening (2), a bag (6) is formed in which the material of the beverage container (1) and the sealing foil are not connected to each other.

Abstract: According to a first embodiment, the valve assembly comprises a first arm having a first valve portion and a second arm having a second valve portion. The valve assembly is foldable from an unfolded state to a folded state, such that the first valve portion engages with the second valve portion. According to a second embodiment, the valve assembly comprises a liquid inlet, a liquid outlet, a conduit, a blocking member, and a flexible member arranged to seal against the blocking member. The conduit comprises at least one bend and is arranged such that fluid may flow from the liquid inlet, past the bend and through the liquid outlet to at least indirectly impinge the flexible member.

Abstract: The invention provides a reversibly-attached and easily-separated set of nested cups. The outer cup can quickly and easily be detached from the inner cup, and the two cups used to share a single drink. When not in use, the outer cup remains securely attached, and provides a degree of insulation for the contents of the inner cup.

Abstract: Food product stabilization systems employing features to stabilize upright food wares that are subject to tipping, crumbling and/or being damaged during transport or storage. Freestanding upright food wares may have exposed edges requiring some form of protection to reduce and/or prevent unwanted surface deterioration, crumbling, tilting, sliding, collapsing and/or damage resulting from transportation and/or storage. Varieties of food containers are disposed around upright food wares as a general means of protecting against humidity, oxidation and/or contaminates from an outside environment. In cases where upright food wares are dissimilarly shaped or sized disproportionately to food containers, unwanted surface deterioration, crumbling, sliding, spillage or damage may occur.

Abstract: Implementations of a multi-purpose utensil mat are provided. In some implementations the utensil mat may be flat, rectangular material. In some implementations, the utensil mat, unlike placemats, does not occupy a relatively large area of the table. In some implementations, the utensil mat is configured such that no more than three eating utensils can be placed completely on the mat. In some implementations, the utensil mat comprises an antibacterial or antimicrobial coating on its surface. In some implementations, the utensil mat may include perforations to detach a portion of the utensil mat. In some implementations, the utensil mat includes a matrix barcode that can be used with a smartphone to retrieve information, games, videos, music, or other content. In some implementations, the utensil mat may include a menu on the front or back of the mat.

Abstract: A food presentation tray that is comprised of pre-determined cavities or holes that guide specific foods in the formation of, but would not be limited to a shape, character, symbol or picture. Edible Enhancements is further enhanced by placing a complimentary graphics over the shape, character, symbol or picture to maximize its aesthetic beauty as well as additional embellishments relative to the design. Edible Enhancements will result in infallible, magnificent food presentations for the end-user each and every time.

Abstract: A sliding adapter for modifying an existing curtain track to be used with a new curtain system includes a first hook portion dimensioned and configured for hooking to a top portion of the existing curtain track, a second hook portion dimensioned and configured for hooking to a bottom portion of the existing curtain track, a vertical member having a first end secured to the first hook portion and a second end secured to the second hook portion, and a rod engaging mechanism disposed below the second hook portion operable to engage a curtain rod of the new curtain system.

Abstract: The food processor includes a stainless steel cup, a plastic base and a flexible ring. The cup has an opening, a bottom and a cup body. The bottom is formed with a through hole for receiving a knife. The plastic base has a recess for receiving the bottom of the cup. A bottom surface of the recess is formed with installation holes and an insertion hole corresponding to the through hole. The flexible ring is sandwiched between the cup body and the plastic base. A top edge of the flexible ring is outward formed with a sealing flange for covering a gap between the cup body and the plastic base.

Abstract: One variation of an apparatus for cooking over a burner includes: a vessel including a base defining a channel extending along an external surface of the vessel and over a center of the base, the channel including an undercut; a handle extending outwardly from the vessel; a temperature sensor arranged within the channel proximal the center of the base of the vessel; a closing panel arranged within the channel, constrained by the undercut, and cooperating with the base of the vessel to encapsulate the temperature sensor; an electrical conductor interposed between the base of the vessel and the closing panel, the electrical conductor extending from the temperature sensor to the handle; and a wireless communication module arranged within the handle, coupled to the electrical conductor, and transmitting a unique identifier and a value corresponding to an output of the temperature sensor to an external computing device.

Abstract: A vessel for cooking food on induction or conventional surfaces, including a shaped body defining a surface that delimits a volume for containing a food, and a metal element, preferably ferromagnetic, arranged on the bottom of the vessel, the bottom having a plurality of first surfaces which define a support surface and a plurality of second surfaces recessed with respect to the support surface, the first and the second surfaces being interconnected by third surfaces tilted with respect to the support surface or perpendicular thereto, the ferritic plate/disc element having a plurality of holes filled with material constituting the body for the mutual fixing of the body to the plate/disc; at least one part of the holes is provided on at least one part of the third surfaces tilted with respect to the support surface.

Abstract: A steam cooker with a first pot and a second pot is provided. The second pot may fit within the first pot and may be suspended above the bottom of the first pot. The bottom of the first pot may be filled with water. Food may be placed within the second pot. A lid may cover the first pot, sealing the water and the second pot within. The first pot may be heated by a fire or stove. The steam from the heated water may sufficiently cook the food. Further, condensation may be collected and water may drip into the second pot. The water is purified due to the boiling process.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a portable solar cooker, belonging to the field of solar heat utilization. The solar cooker comprises an upper functional assembly, a lower control assembly and a rotary apparatus which are sequentially connected, wherein the upper functional assembly is configured to reflect sunlight, collect heat in a focusing manner and further heat water or foods, the upper functional assembly is closed to form a box body when being in a non-operative state, and the upper functional assembly is opened when being in an operative state; the lower control assembly is connected with the upper functional assembly, and makes the upper functional assembly be subjected to pitch adjustment; the lower control assembly is connected with the rotary apparatus, and the lower control assembly and the upper functional assembly are driven by the rotary apparatus to rotate so that tracking the sun is realized.

Abstract: An infuser for containing an infusion item includes an a first hollow body, a filter permeable to an infusion component derived from the infusion item, and a first internal volume at least partially defined by the first hollow body and the filter. The first internal volume is dimensioned to receive the infusion item therein. The first hollow body includes an elastomeric material deformable upon application of a deformation force to compress the first internal volume.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to apparatus, systems, and methods of use for producing beverages. The apparatus includes components and methods for facilitating beverage production applying water or other liquid in combination with a brewing substance and controlled aeration and pressurization of a mixing vessel or column. The aeration of the water and brewing substance can be accomplished with a vacuum system, a positive pressurization system, and a combination of such systems. The apparatus, systems, and methods can be used with a variety of beverage making devices such as a device which might be used to controllably produce volumes of beverage to a reservoir. The methods include controllable aeration and pressurization of the vessel for brewing which may include controlling extraction time, steep time, active controllable agitation of the brewing substance, as well as other brewing characteristics, features, and actions.

Abstract: An espresso machine is constructed and programmed to have secondary water system. The secondary water supply works in conjunction with the coffee brewing mechanisms of the device to produce and Americano style coffee beverage. The size and strength of the resulting beverage may be pre-set, or user programmable.

Abstract: In a system for preparing a beverage including a capsule including a flange-like rim and a sealing protrusion spaced from the lateral wall the capsule and extending outwardly of the flange rim, and a brewing device including a receptacle movable with respect to a receiving plate to provide a closed chamber for housing at least part of the capsule, the protrusion of the capsule includes at least one side, for example the internal side, that is inclined by an angle a within the range of 80 to 40 degrees with respect to the plane of the flange rim to have the protrusion contacting the external portion of the edge of the receptacle at least at one location selected from the top and the side of the protrusion.

Abstract: Systems and methods for flavoring beverages, and particularly to an infusion core that can be inserted into a beverage container, and an associated muddler. A system for flavoring a beverage includes a core locatable inside a larger beverage container, the core having a wall including a plurality of apertures therein. A muddler is usable inside the core for mashing a flavoring element, the muddler including a skirt to prevent pieces of the flavoring element from escaping from the core.

Abstract: The present invention is a froth wand for an espresso machine that can generate a high velocity stream of steam to foam a beverage at the beverage brewing apparatus. The wand includes an adapter for attaching to the beverage brewing machine at a steam supply outlet, and a conduit for communicating the steam to a steam tube. The steam tube has a cylindrical body with an annular recessed exit, and is surrounded by a cylindrical sheath. The sheath includes a cylindrical plug with a small longitudinal aperture that fits into the outlet of the steam tube. The mating of the sheath's plug and the steam tube forces the steam through the aperture, accelerating the steam at the exit.

Abstract: Froth dispensers and related methods are disclosed. Presently disclosed froth dispensers may be handheld and hand-operated, without requiring the use of batteries or electricity. Said froth dispensers may be used to froth (e.g., produce a soft, airy, foam from) any liquid, such as milk or cream, for any purpose, such as for topping drinks or foods. Disclosed froth dispensers may be used to froth just a portion of the liquid stored in the dispenser's reservoir, and may be stored, such as in a refrigerator, between uses, thereby not requiring cleaning after each use. Disclosed froth dispensers may be used with one or more packets of materials that can enhance the froth and/or impart a flavor to the froth. Froth may be dispensed from the froth dispensers by, for example, manually depressing a pump head, which in turn may cause foam to be dispensed from the froth dispenser.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods are provided for brewing a beverage from precursor particulates. The apparatus comprises a liquid delivery system for delivering liquid into a brewing basket. The liquid delivery system comprises a showerhead disposed above at least a portion of the brewing basket. The showerhead has a plurality of outlet openings through which liquid flows outward from the showerhead into the brew basket. At least two of the outlet openings are oriented to direct the flow of liquid out of the showerhead at least in part transversely of the brew basket.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide improved water fill capabilities, improved coffee baskets, and improved steam diverting and management features for coffee makers used on board passenger transport vehicles.

Abstract: One variation of a method for guiding cooking with a cooking vessel includes: receiving a selection for a recipe; retrieving a target cooking time and a target cooking temperature for the recipe; presenting a prompt to apply a level of heat to the cooking vessel; initiating a timer for a duration corresponding to the target cooking time; receiving a temperature measurement wirelessly transmitted from the cooking vessel; in response to receiving the temperature measurement greater than the target cooking temperature, presenting a prompt to reduce the level of heat; in response to receiving the temperature measurement less than the target cooking temperature, presenting a prompt to increase the level of heat; adjusting the duration of the timer based on a difference between the second temperature measurement and the target cooking temperature; and, in response to expiration of the timer, indicating completion of the recipe.

Abstract: A self-heating or cooling tube container, which comprises a heat generating or absorbing device. The device includes: a tube provided with a tube head, in which a storage cup is extended out of an upper end of the tube head; a first component and a second component for exothermic or endothermic reaction are respectively accommodated into an inner cavity of the tube and the storage cup sealed with a plug. The container further comprises an outer tube with a screw-on cap that inner have a convex ring and lower edge have a safety belt; when the safety belt is torn off and the outer tube is locked by the cap, the first component and the second component make contact with each other to produce an exothermic or endothermic reaction, and the liquid content in the outer tube can be heated or cooled. The container is applicable to pack medicines or cosmetics.

Abstract: A bakeware for preparing food includes a container for receiving ingredients and for separating a resulting food into predetermined portions during a cutting operation. The container has a bottom portion and at least one side wall extending outwardly along a periphery of the bottom portion. The bottom portion and the at least one side wall define an interior surface of the container. The at least one side wall terminates at an upper rim. A cover is disposed on the upper rim and is formed from a low thermal conductivity polymer. The cover includes a portion indicating indicia formed thereon, and each indicium of the portion indicating indicia has a cooperating indicium on an opposing side of the container. The cover includes a portion indicating indicia formed thereon, and each indicium of the portion indicating indicia has a cooperating indicium on an opposing side of the container.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus includes a body having a base wall, side walls, a rear wall, a top wall and a shelf. The shelf, top panel, and sections of the side walls and rear wall therebetween define a cooking space having an open front. The cooking apparatus includes a heater which extends along an internal surface of the rear wall facing the cooking space. The heater includes gas ceramic burners for directing and distributing heat towards the cooking space in a substantially uniform manner. A moisture infusion assembly is arranged above the shelf and thus at a lower portion of the cooking space.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a small cooking appliance with a bottom housing, a top housing, and a ring assembly. An uppermost cooking cavity is defined in the top housing and may be used to cook or heat a top food layer. The uppermost cooking cavity includes a floor that forms an uppermost cooking surface. The uppermost cooking cavity may an open top. In an alternative embodiment, the appliance may comprise a hinged or pivoting lid to selectively close off the open top of the uppermost cooking cavity. The uppermost cooking surface may be heated by one or more heating elements in the top housing. The appliance cooks a food item in an assembled manner save a top food layer of the food item needs to be manually removed from the uppermost cooking cavity and placed onto the other layers.

Abstract: A vertical grill for cooking food items is disclosed wherein the vertical grill is comprised of a body containing at least one vertical grilling area disposed between at least two sources of radiant heat energy, and wherein the body is adapted to direct fats and breakaway solids generated during the cooking of the food into an external receptacle via the external opening. It achieves this by including evacuation slides which are contained within the body of the grill and arranged in various shaped assemblies such that food and fats falling on the evacuation slide travels down until it is collected by evacuation slide guide which delivers the food and fats to the external receptacle where they are not in any danger of catching fire.

Abstract: A fire safe camp stove and fire pit device is disclosed. An example device includes a fire chamber. A first cooking surface is provided directly over the fire chamber. A lid is movable between an open position and a closed position. The lid in the open position provides access to the first cooking surface. The lid in the closed position provides a second cooking surface above the first cooking surface.

Abstract: A fryer unit includes a vat and heat exchange system with multiple passes within the fryer vat. Additional heat exchange passes may be provided in ductwork along the exterior surface of the lateral vat sidewalls.

Abstract: The invention relates to a self-cleaning deadweight holder configured to hold a deadweight within a cooking apparatus. In some embodiments, the holder may comprise a top plate, an exhaust cylinder, a bottom plate, a plurality of support plates, and a plurality of guide plates. The top plate may include a through hole disposed at substantially a center of the top plate and configured to allow at least one of liquid and steam to pass therethrough. An outer diameter of the bottom plate may be less than an outer diameter of the top plate and an outer diameter of each of the plurality of guide plates, and the plurality of guide plates may be configured to permit movement of the deadweight therethrough. In some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may comprise a cooking chamber, a steam box, a vent tube, an exhaust tube, a drain tube, and a pressure relief tube.

Abstract: An aroma granulate mill for dispensing ground aroma granulate, particularly a spice mill for dispensation of ground spices, such as salt and pepper, comprising a container for accepting unground, coarse aroma granulate, an element provided at the container having a dispensation opening for dispensing ground, fine-grained aroma granulate, and a grinder arranged upstream to the dispensation opening for milling the unground, coarse aroma granulate into ground, fine-grained aroma granulate is provided. The element includes the dispensation opening having a concave collar, which forms a cavity open towards the outside, which has a circumferential side wall and comprises at least one section recessed in reference to the circumferential side wall in the direction towards the container, in which the dispensation opening is arranged, with the circumferential side wall defining an opening, with its area being smaller than the cross-section of the opening of the cavity at its widest section.

Abstract: An electrically operated kitchen appliance includes a mixing container, an electric-motor operated mixer in the mixing container, and a lid for the mixing container, wherein the lid preferably can be locked by an electric motor. A combination of at least the following features is proposed: the electric motor (19) producing the locking has an output power of 1 to 10 watts; the electric motor acts on a locking part via a reduction gear train having a reduction greater than 50:1; the electric motor is a direct-current motor. A kitchen appliance of the type in question may furthermore have a first electric motor for locking the lid and a second electric motor for driving the mixer. The kitchen appliance may be designed in such a way that, when a rotational speed of the mixer is preselected, the first electric motor first performs the lid locking independently and the second electric motor is released to drive the mixer thereafter.