Abstract: An apron is disclosed that includes a garment configured to cover a portion of a user's body, the garment comprising a first outer layer formed of an absorbent material, a middle layer formed of an impermeable layer, and a back layer, and a towel ring connected to the first outer layer, wherein the towel ring is shaped to receive a towel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel smart packaging, designed using a novel material comprising a partially polar adsorbent solid base impregnated with a solution of vanillin, which allows the growth of microorganisms in different types of products to be detected visually without having to be in direct contact with the microorganism or with the medium containing same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel smart packaging, designed using a novel material comprising a partially polar adsorbent solid base impregnated with a solution of vanillin, which allows the growth of microorganisms in different types of products to be detected visually without having to be in direct contact with the microorganism or with the medium containing same.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus for microwave cooking of a food product, such as a breakfast sandwich, is disclosed. A kit comprising such an apparatus and such a food product is also disclosed. The apparatus includes a tray, a cover for the tray, and a susceptor sleeve. In a storage configuration, the food product can be located in the container formed by the assembled tray and cover such that the food product is displayed therein for the consumer to choose. In this configuration, the sleeve can be collapsed between the tray and the food product, within the container. Once it is desired to cook the food product, the cover can be removed and discarded or recycled, and the sleeve can be expanded so that the food product can be put therewithin. The sleeve and food product being positioned in the microwave oven (optionally on the tray) so that the heat provided thereby causes the food product to cook and grill/toast.