Abstract: A disposable package assembly for storage and subsequent microwave heating of a food item. The package assembly includes a container body having one or more raised lands integrally formed on the bottom surface thereof. The one or more raised lands support a microwave browning disk, and a food item is supported upon the browning disk. The one or more raised lands create an air space between the bottom of the container body and the browning disk to promote even circulation of heated air. A lid is disposed over the container body to enclose the food item.

Abstract: A restricted access vending device with included microwave oven. The device includes a cabinet having a refrigerated compartment containing a plurality of product selections, a compressor associated with the refrigerated compartment, and means for vending a particular product selection to a user. The microwave oven is disposed inside the cabinet and shares a common power supply access with the compressor. An access door is disposed in the cabinet between the user and the microwave for limiting access thereto. The door opens upon the vending of a product selection for a preset period of time so that the user may insert the vended product into the oven. Upon activation by the user of a cooking switch, the access door closes and the microwave operates to heat the vended product.