Abstract: A plate with an aperture or opening located within the perimeter of the plate is adapted to receive a beverage container thereby allowing a user to hold both a plate and a beverage in one hand. A raised exterior perimeter wall and a raised interior retaining wall are configured to contain food or other articles on the plate and to avoid spills and leakages while being held by a user. A plurality of raised interior segmenting walls allow a user to separate articles of food, condiments, or other items located on the surface of the plate.

Abstract: A dual purpose plate for use in a wide variety of social and dining environments. The dual purpose plate is provided with an aperture located in the center of the plate. The aperture is adapted to removably receive a beverage container therein, thereby allowing a user to simultaneously hold both the plate and a beverage that is placed within the beverage container, with only using one hand. The plate is constructed with a raised exterior perimeter wall, a raised interior retaining wall, and a plurality of raised interior segmenting walls that connect between the interior and exterior walls and separate articles of food, condiments, or other items located on the surface of the plate. The raised interior and exterior walls retain food or other articles placed on the plate and prevent liquids from spilling into the beverage container.