Abstract: A compact portable refrigerator includes caster wheels on its bottom and a removable storage tray on its top. The storage tray is well suited for containing ice and beverage containers. A lid may be provided to selectively enclose and cover the storage tray. Removable display panels may be provided on a door of the refrigerator. Back lighting may be provided to enhance the appearance of the display panels.

Abstract: A stand mixer having a mixer housing with an upper surface and a lower surface is provided with a control panel. The stand mixer also has a motor within the mixer housing operably connected with a drive shaft extending through the lower surface. The stand mixer further has a speed indicator located on the upper surface of the mixer housing. The motor is started by the user actuating a power button and the speed of the motor is adjustable by the user rotating a dial. A method of using a stand mixer includes the step of adjusting a rotary dial to select a motor speed. The method further includes the step of actuating the power button for starting a motor on the stand mixer.