Abstract: The present invention provides a peeler that is switchable between a T peeler mode wherein the cutting blade is perpendicular to the handle, and an I peeler mode wherein the cutting blade is parallel to the handle. The peeler of the present invention includes a ballpoint pen mechanism for easily actuating the switching between the T peeler mode and the I peeler mode.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shearing tool such as scissors, comprising first and second cutting members pivotally coupled with each other, and a linkage pivotally coupled to the first and second cutting members, whereby the linkage and one of the first and second cutting members form together a compound lever mechanism. A force applied by an operator onto the shearing tool increases as an output by the linkage, and the increasing force is conveyed to that cutting member so that the cutting power of the shearing tool increase to allow hard-to-cut materials to be cut manually and easily with less effort from the operator.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser is provided. The fluid dispenser (1) comprising a dispensing mechanism (9) for pumping fluid, such as cooking oil, from a storing compartment (2) into a metering compartment (3), and a reflux mechanism (10) for allowing the fluid pumped into the metering compartment (3) to flow back into the storing compartment (2), such that accurate metering of fluid can be achieved.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foodstuff scoop, particularly an ice cream scoop comprising a pushing portion that can be easily detached from and mounted onto a handle of the scoop. The pushing portion comprises a pushing piece for pushing scooped foodstuff out of a scoop portion of the scoop, and a retractable member for retracting the pushing piece from an active position to an inactive position after the scooped foodstuff has been pushed out of the scoop portion.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lid connected to a container, comprising a lid body adapted to be removably attached to the opening of the container, a spout unit comprising a spout and a passage in fluid communication with the spout and with the opening of the container, and a cover member pivotably mounted on the lid body and pivotal between a locked position wherein the cover member acts on the spout unit, thereby causing twistable turning of the passage of the spout unit to prevent a fluid contained in the container from being dispensed through the opening of the container, and an unlocked position wherein the action on the spout unit is released, thereby allowing untwisting of the twisted passage to resume the fluid communication of the passage with the spout and the opening of the container. The invention also provides a container assembly comprising the lid.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lid for a food container comprising a cover, a dressing storage compartment, and a shutter attached to the cover or the dressing storage compartment for sealingly closing the dressing storage compartment. The shutter is configured to allow to dispense the dressing contained in the dressing storage compartment when the dressing storage compartment is caused to move up relative to the cover, without the need of opening the lid. The present invention also provides a food container comprising the lid.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mandolin slicer adjustable for slicing item in variable thicknesses and variable shapes, wherein the adjustment is enabled by an actuator assembly, such as a ballpoint pen ratchet mechanism or a push-push latch mechanism provided on the mandolin slicer. The mandolin slicer of the present invention further comprises an indicating mechanism to clearly indicate the selected thickness and shape of the sliced item.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-functional cutting device for foodstuffs, especially for pizzas and herbs, which is easily transformable between a configuration adapted for cutting pizzas and a configuration adapted for cutting herbs. The cutting device of the present invention comprises covering members which, when detached from a main body, allow respective cutting means to be exposed to enable the cutting of foodstuffs. A locking mechanism for locking and unlocking the covering members is provided to ensure the attached one of the cutting means. The cutting device of the present invention can be disassembled effortlessly with easy access to the interior thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food processing device, comprising a base plate provided with a first pivot and a second pivot, a processing element provided on the base plate, and an arm assembly pivotably coupled to the base plate. The arm assembly comprises a first arm and a second arm pivotally coupled to each other, each of the two arms being pivotally coupled to the base plate, whereby the first arm and the second arm form together a compound lever mechanism. A force applied by an operator onto the second arm increases as an output by the second arm, and the increasing force is conveyed to the first arm so that the food processing device is operated faster and easier, without making the operator more fatigued.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a condiment mill capable of separately accommodating and grinding two condiments depending on the axial position of the means for driving the grinding mechanisms of the two condiments and independent of the direction of the rotation of the cover part. The condiment mill of the present invention also comprises an indicator mechanism to clearly indicate which one of the condiments is being ground.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mandolin slicer adjustable for slicing item in variable thicknesses and variable shapes, wherein the adjustment is enabled by an actuator assembly, such as a ballpoint pen ratchet mechanism or a push-push latch mechanism provided on the mandolin slicer. The mandolin slicer of the present invention further comprises an indicating mechanism to clearly indicate the selected thickness and shape of the sliced item.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tool for preparing an avocado, which comprises a scoop and a slicer. The tool is transformable between a first state in which the scoop and the slicer are positioned at a same end of the tool and used cooperatively to scoop and slice the pulp of the avocado simultaneously, and a second state in which the scoop and the slicer are positioned at opposite ends of the tool and used separately.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mandolin slicer adjustable for slicing item in variable thicknesses and variable shapes, wherein the adjustment is enabled by a ballpoint pen ratchet mechanism provided on the mandolin slicer. The mandolin slicer of the present invention further comprises an indicating mechanism to clearly indicate the selected thickness and shape of the sliced item.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a condiment mill capable of separately accommodating and grinding two condiments depending on the orientation of the condiment mill. The condiment mill comprises two superimposed compartments which may be inverted for grinding two condiments separately and allowing to release the condiment out of the mill by rotating one of the two compartments relative to the other.

Abstract: The present invention provides a peeler that is switchable between a Y peeler mode wherein the cutting blade is perpendicular to the handle, and an I peeler mode wherein the cutting blade is parallel to the handle. The peeler of the present invention comprises a ballpoint pen mechanism for easily actuating the switching between the Y peeler mode and the I peeler mode.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lid connected to a container, comprising a lid body adapted to be removably attached to the opening of the container, a spout unit comprising a spout and a passage in fluid communication with the spout and with the opening of the container, and a cover member pivotably mounted on the lid body and pivotal between a locked position wherein the cover member acts on the spout unit, thereby causing twistable turning of the passage of the spout unit to prevent a fluid contained in the container from being dispensed through the opening of the container, and an unlocked position wherein the action on the spout unit is released, thereby allowing untwisting of the twisted passage to resume the fluid communication of the passage with the spout and the opening of the container. The invention also provides a container assembly comprising the lid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a multi-functional cutting device for foodstuffs, especially for pizzas and herbs, which is easily transformable between a configuration adapted for cutting pizzas and a configuration adapted for cutting herbs. The cutting device of the present invention comprises covering members which, when detached from a main body, allow respective cutting means to be exposed to enable the cutting of foodstuffs. A locking mechanism for locking and unlocking the covering members is provided to ensure the attached one of the cutting means. The cutting device of the present invention can be disassembled effortlessly with easy access to the interior thereof.

Abstract: This invention relates to a foodstuff scoop, particularly an ice cream scoop comprising a pushing portion that can be easily detached from and mounted onto a handle of the scoop. The pushing portion comprises a pushing piece for pushing scooped foodstuff out of a scoop portion of the scoop, and a retractable member for retracting the pushing piece from an active position to an inactive position after the scooped foodstuff has been pushed out of the scoop portion.