Abstract: A portable container for storing an edible liquid separate from an edible dry component is disclosed. The container permits a user to easily mix the edible liquid with the dry component in a readily transportable container without spilling the contents. A portable container includes an outer vessel having a least one internal projection and an inner vessel received within the outer vessel. The inner vessel is rotatable within the outer vessel and includes a removable top and at least one opening covered by a frangible membrane. A sealing member seals the outer vessel to the inner vessel. When the inner vessel is rotated within the outer vessel the at least one internal projections ruptures the frangible membrane and provides communication between the inner vessel and the outer vessel. An edible liquid is stored within an inner space defined between the inner vessel and the outer vessel and a dry component is stored within the inner vessel.

Abstract: An improved package for pulverulent egg preparations, said package being intended for the preparation of egg-based food products without having to manipulate fresh eggs.

Abstract: A plastic container has a base and a lid hinged together by a hinge. The hinge has a series of relatively thick sections joined together by a series of relatively thin sections. The thin sections are sufficiently thin to be severed upon an initial folding of the hinge. The thick sections are sufficiently thick to remain at least partially intact during the initial folding. The container may be filled with product and closed with the hinge becoming partially severed and weakened and may be later opened with the hinge becoming completely severed to separate the base and the lid.

Abstract: A method for processing wine, including filling a bottle with wine, capping the bottle with a bottle stopper, the bottle stopper including a valve that has a first orientation in which sediments can flow from the bottle past the valve, and a second orientation in which the valve substantially prevents re-entry of the sediments back into the bottle, producing sediments in the bottle, centrifugally forcing the sediments in the bottle towards the bottle stopper, the valve being in the first orientation so that the sediments flow past the valve and are removed from the bottle, and moving the valve to the second orientation to substantially prevent re-entry of the sediments back into the bottle. An apparatus for removing sediment is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method of packaging a beverage having gas in solution and a beverage package has a container 10 containing the beverage 6 to form a headspace 15. Floating on the beverage 6 is a hollow spherical capsule having a restricted aperture 7. During sealing of the container 10 by a top 20 the headspace 15 is pressurised (by a nitrogen dose 16) and during such pressurisation the insert 1 is raised relative to its natural floating position on the beverage 6 to ensure that the aperture 7 communicates with the headspace 15 to pressurise the chamber of that insert. The aforementioned raising of the insert 1 is preferably achieved by subjecting the insert to a centrifugal force during rotation of the container in seaming the top 20 thereto or by magnetic attraction. Following pressurisation of the headspace 15 the insert is lowered to float naturally on the beverage 6 with its aperture 7 submerged. During pressurisation the insert 1 may take in a minimal volume of beverage from the container.

Abstract: A brewing bag includes liquid-permeable filter material for use in a filter coffee brewing apparatus and has an essentially cylindrical or prismatic shape with a bottom part, a jacket and a cover part. The wall of jacket is reinformed near the cover part and has a collar which protrudes over the cover part. An optimal brewing effect is achieved through forming the brewing bag in this special way.

Abstract: A cap for a water bottle or other liquid container. The cap has a liquid-dissolvable disk in it that dissolves in the water when the bottle is shaken. The preferred cap also has an annular cavity between inner and outer walls in the sidewall of the cap into which the liquid can flow through fluid passageways once the disk is at least partially dissolved.

Abstract: A cartridge for a compressible bottle containing a liquid. The cartridge comprises a housing attachable to the bottle and a collapsible bag. The housing and the bag together form an interior which contains a concentrate such as a drink mix. A transfer mechanism is provided whereby the liquid is pumped from the bottle into the cartridge by repeatedly compressing the bottle. As liquid is transferred into the cartridge, the bag expands within the bottle. In the preferred embodiment, the transfer mechanism is provided as part of the cartridge and the cartridge may be sized to fit a standard water bottle. In an alternate embodiment, the transfer mechanism is provided as part of a special bottle.

Abstract: A portable condiment container having a reservoir and a preferably having a removable and resealable lid or cover, and also having a covered adhesive attached to the exterior bottom portion of said reservoir such that the device can be resealably attached to a stable surface by first removing the liner from the adhesive attached to the bottom exterior of the container thus exposing the temporary adhesive, and then pressing the exposed adhesive onto a stable surface such as the dashboard of an automobile.

Abstract: Method for marking an object where the object is placed in a package whereby a pattern in said package is caused to make a marking in said object. Objects being marked with the above method. The invention is especially useful for marking solid or semi-solid formulations of drugs, candy and food-stuff. Specifically the invention is useful to mark nicotine-containing chewing gums. Other solid or semi-solid objects can equally well be marked using the present invention.

Abstract: A package for instant food and a method of manufacturing the same are disclosed. The package for instant food comprises a main-package for packing instant food therein in a sealed state, and a sub-package formed integrally with the main-package, defining a separate sealed space at a side of the main-package, the sub-package for holding a wet washcloth in the sealed space. According to the method of manufacturing the package for instant food, a user is allowed to wipe his/her fingers with the wet washcloths right after eating the instant food, it can satisfy the user's needs for cleanliness and solve sanitary problem.

Abstract: A confectionery in the shape of a soda pop bottle having a top portion, a lower portion, a flowable confectionery disposed within the lower portion, and a hard candy or coatable item extending from the upper portion into the lower portion to dip into the flowable confectionery.

Abstract: An enzymatically treated pasta dough having superior workability and machinability is provided by is prepared by treating pasta dough with an enzyme system consisting essentially of one or more pentosanase enzymes which are essentially free of both proteolytic and amylase activities. The enzymatically treated pasta dough has significantly reduced viscosity as compared to a similar pasta dough which has not been enzymatically treated by the process of this invention. The reduced viscosity of the pasta dough allows significantly reduced head pressures and/or significantly higher throughputs in commercial pasta extrusion systems. Additionally, the pasta product obtained using the present enzymatically treated pasta dough is less prone to checking during drying, thereby allowing faster drying times, more even drying, and reduced energy consumption without sacrificing product quality in commercial operations.

Abstract: An insert for insertion into a pressurized container for liquids has a component chamber for receiving an active substance and a pressure chamber for introducing the active substance into the liquid when opening the container for liquids. The pressure chamber has at least one small outer bore. The insert is freely movable in the container for liquids but has such a stable floating position on a surface of the liquid within the container for the liquids that the outer bore always points upwardly and optimizes a pressure compensation with the environment. After opening the container for liquids, the resulting relative overpressure in the pressure chamber in relation to the released pressure in the container for liquids effects an opening of the component chamber.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved container for food and non-food products. The container utilizes a novel delayed release process to overcome polymer odor-emission problems that detract from a packaged product. The novel process utilizes fragrance molecules or microcapsules which have fragrance molecules contained therein, to impart an enhanced fragrance to the product when the container is opened, increasing consumer appeal.

Abstract: There is disclosed a new self-rehydrating container for the production of solutions or suspensions substantially free or undesirable micro-organisms. The container is divided into at least two compartments by at least a non-permanent seal bonding the opposite walls of said container, the walls of the container surrounding at least a first compartment being watertight, the walls of the container surrounding at least one portion of at least a second compartment being semi-permeable, a water soluble or suspendible product or a concentrated solution or suspension thereof being retained in said second compartment and a water soluble or suspendible product, a drug, a nutritional suspension or powder to be put into solution or suspension is retained in said first compartment.

Abstract: A food blending apparatus and a method of blending food within a container (30) with the object of providing a hygienic system whereby disposable containers are charged with product at a location remote from consumption. After filling with ingredients the container is sealed and then cooled. Containers include an integral blender (35) which when connected to a drive enable the product to be blended at the point of consumption after location in driving connection with the drive means. Product is accessed through a sealed opening (31) of the container after opening the seal. After consumption the container is disposed of and is constructed to make disposal economical.

Abstract: To provide a boiled rice food which is less likely to become hard even at low temperatures and boiled rice food or a frozen boiled rice food which can be eaten without heating. A boiled rice food capable of being distributed and sold at low temperatures, such as sushi, characterized in that a polished rice having a phosphorus content of not less than 1,200 ppm, preferably not less than 1,300 ppm, most preferably not less than 1,400 ppm, is selected as the: starting rice material. The polished rice is preferably a non-glutinous rice having an amylose content of not more than 15%, most preferably a non-glutinous rice having an amylose content of not more than 12%, which is selected from those belonging to varieties of Ouu No.344, 343, or 354. The boiled rice food can be distributed and sold at low temperatures of 15° C. or below, preferably temperatures as low as 10° C. or below, still more preferably temperatures of 5C or below.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for containing and mixing a food product for direct distribution to a consumer. The container includes an agitator for mixing the food product, optionally with an added liquid such as water, milk or juice. The agitator may be incorporated into the base of the container. The agitator remains coupled to the container, which container can be made disposable/recyclable, which therefore provides an expedient method for food delivery.

Abstract: An expansible container is provided for use during the cooking of food in a radiant energy device such as a microwave oven, with the container being configured or otherwise designed to provide entertainment to onlookers as the container expands in size during the relative rapid cooking of food in the container and/or with the fully expanded container of cooked food providing an interesting article, character, figure or configuration that is of novel, interesting or entertaining appearance. The container is formed from relatively flexible materials that define a closed chamber which contains food to be cooked. In its deflated form, the container is collapsed to assume a relatively flat, thin configuration which, in most preferred practice, displays or is configured to provide an entertaining or amusing shape.

Abstract: A multilayer, heat-shrinkable food packaging film useful for forming a post packaging pasteurization bag. The film includes at least three layers: 1) a first outer layer formed from a resin composition having a Vicat softening point of at least 100° C., 2) a second outer layer having one or more thermoplastic gloss materials of polyester, ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymer having a melt index of greater than 1 g/10 minutes, styrene/butadiene block copolymer, and ethylene/styrene random copolymer, and 3) one or more inner layers between the first and second outer layers. At least one of the inner layers includes an ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymer. The film has a total free shrink of at least 40% at 85° C. If the second outer layer includes polyester, then each of the inner layers of the multilayer film is devoid of a weight amount of polyamide or polyester greater than the weight amount of polyester in the second outer layer.

Abstract: A pre-packaged shelf stable food product mix kit of at least one first food product having a defined shape and a second food product in dried powder form intended to be reconstituted with a liquid, and stored without refrigeration with the two food products after reconstitution of the second product to be utilized together, is enclosed in an air-tight sealed container which supports the first food product and encloses the second food product in a flexible sealed package within the container. The second food product in dried powder form comprises milk fractions, preferably selected from the group consisting of milk, whey, curd, cream, sweat cream and mixtures thereof, and is intended as a filler for the first food product which may be baked or cooked food products, such as cannoli shells, hollow pasta products, such as manicotti, pastries, such as lady fingers, to form dessert items such as cannoli, tiramisu and the like, or food entrees such as manicotti, lasagna, and the like.

Abstract: The invention provides two-component shelf-stable packaged food products, especially packaged sauce products. The products comprise a container, a first food component filling a first region of the container, and a second food component filling a second region of the container, wherein the second food component either directly contacts the first food component or is separated therefrom by an edible interfacial layer. The second food component can be decanted off the first food component, and the second and first food components are adapted for use in combination in sequential food preparation steps. Preferably, the first food component is a thick sauce concentrate and the second food component is a vegetable oil containing chopped vegetable pieces. The vegetable oil and vegetable pieces are decanted and fried, prior to addition of the sauce concentrate, thereby achieving improved organoleptic properties.

Abstract: A padded handle (1) comprising preferably one piece of flexible filling material, which is arranged to be guided through two or more handle grips and where two opposing edges of the padded handle (1) have assembled corresponding locking mechanisms (2, 5) arranged to lock the two opposing edges loosely together, with an inner surface (3) surrounding the handles. That which is new and distinguishing is, among other characteristics, the fact that the padded handle in its unbent, mainly flat form, has an elliptical horizontal projection which comprises a minimal area in relation to the length and breadth of material which is necessary in order to fulfill the function of compression distribution, while at the same time covering the handles; and where the padded handles' edible material after use may be opened up and consumed.

Abstract: The present invention provides an economical packaging container, an economical packaged food and packaged feed. Specifically, the packaging container is produced by: forming at least one vent hole in a gas-impermeable container; preparing a hole-sealing sheet by providing, on a back surface of a gas-impermeable sheet base material whose bending strength (S) represented by the following formula (A) is no less than 0.20 m3/N, a pressure sensitive adhesive layer whose vertical peeling strength at 40° C., with respect to a surface of the container in which the at least one vent hole is formed, is in the range of 0.3-2 N/cm; and sealing each vent hole by the hole-sealing sheet. The packaged food and packaged feed are obtained by airtightly enclosing food, feed or the like in such a packaging container.

Abstract: A new and improved flavoring system is disclosed that would be used to add to all manner of food items such as coffee, tea, soft drinks, other types of beverages, and deserts. The flavoring system would come in individual packets and would preferably come in liquid form. The liquids used with the present invention would preferably have flavors of many different varieties, such as orange, strawberry, cherry, and many other common fruit flavors. In addition, the flavors of the present invention would not necessarily be limited to fruity flavors, but could encompass other flavors as well, such as French vanilla, hazelnut, cinnamon, mint, chocolate, amaretto, and mocha, or other related flavorings.

Abstract: This invention relates to a variety flavoring system for pet food products comprising a multiplicity of individually packaged flavor additives, of different flavors, each suitable for convenient topical application to a base pet food product. The system provides the user with a choice of flavors to serve to a pet at an individual feeding and a convenient means to vary the flavor diet of the pet. Each individually packaged flavor additive comprises a mixture in powdered form, of maltodextrin, tricalcium phosphate, and an oleoresin flavorant. For the convenience of the user, each flavor may be separately packaged in a disposable shaker. Alternatively, the flavor additives may be dissolved, dispersed or composed within a liquid medium and provided in a suitable container for spraying onto the surface of the pet food.

Abstract: The present invention comprises various methods and apparatus for making or brewing personal quantities of beverages using bottled water, either in a conventional or specially formed bottle. One embodiment includes a cap assembly having an outer attachment portion and a plunger portion fitting within the attachment portion. The two portions define a chamber therein containing a drink mix, one or more tea bags, etc. A seal is provided to prevent mixing of the drink mix and water within the bottle until desired. When the plunger is pushed downwardly, it drives the drink mix through the seal, bursting the seal and deploying the drink mix or tea bags into the water within the bottle. In another embodiment, the bottle and drink mix are packaged together, with the bottle including a pocket formed in the side thereof and the drink mix secured in the pocket by a label extending thereacross. Yet another embodiment includes a conventional bottle, with the label having a pocket formed therein.

Abstract: A kit comprising a decorative container or can which includes dry, packaged cake mix and a package of pre-mixed icing. The cake can be baked and stored in the container. The outer wall of the container is decorated with a heat-resistant paint.

Abstract: A liquid candy dispenser is provided with a liquid candy supply member with an internal cavity, a supply of liquid candy disposed in the liquid candy supply member, a body part member shaped in the form of a human body part, a liquid candy dispensing hole formed in the body part member at a location corresponding to an area of the body part at which a body-part substance would be present, a liquid conduit fluidly coupled between the liquid candy supply member and the liquid candy dispensing hole, and a pumping mechanism associated with the liquid candy supply member. The pumping mechanism forces liquid candy from the internal cavity of the liquid candy supply member, through the liquid conduit fluidly coupled between the liquid candy supply member and the liquid candy dispensing hole, and out of the liquid candy dispensing hole so that the liquid candy exits the dispensing hole formed in the body part member to simulate the presence of the body-part substance on the human body part.

Abstract: It comprises an inner wrapper which contains the food product, an outer package of plastic material which encloses said inner wrapper, a layer of a heat-concentrating material, arranged adjacent the inner wrapper, and a substrate attached to an outer face of said outer package. The layer of heat-concentrating material causes the opening of the outer package by melting a portion thereof, during heating of the assembly in a microwave oven, and the substrate prevents the outer package from sticking to the base of the oven. There can also be a sheet of insulating material between the inner wrapper and the outer package.

Abstract: appealing traditional nutritious snacks and mixes from which consumers can prepare appealing traditional nutritious snacks are disclosed. These snacks and mixes offer an alternative to appealing but unhealthy snacks. The nutritious snacks of the present invention are traditional in form, provide a balanced mix of an amino acid source, fat, and carbohydrates and typically have an appeal similar to that of unhealthy snacks of similar form. Thus, the snacks and snack mixes of the present invention resolve the dilemma that consumers are currently faced with—healthy eating or enjoying what you eat. Processes for making and methods of using appealing traditional nutritious snacks and mixes from which consumers can prepare appealing traditional nutritious snacks are also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage producing sachet comprising two laminates bonded at their edges and having a bottom seam with an openable portion thereof sealed by a pressure-sensitive adhesive. The base seam includes a reinforcing plastics strip which is heat sealed to both of the laminates except in the openable portion where it is bonded to one of the laminates by pressure-sensitive adhesive.

Abstract: A soybean sprout package comprising a bag having an open end portion, with multiple soybean sprouts clustered in the bag, the sprouts having elongated stems, the stems generally extending in the same direction at the open end portion, thereby enabling the user to readily grasp the stems as a bundle when the bag is opened.

Abstract: An individual portion size food container system and method is provided that is easy for the consumer to handle, facilitates a uniform dispersion of an edible liquid, such as salad dressing, on the food and can be suitable for use in a standard automobile cup holder. The salad container system permits a quantity of an edible liquid, such as salad dressing, to be added thereto and rapidly and easily substantially uniformly dispersed within the quantity of food contained therein prior to consumption.

Abstract: A ready-to-serve coffee product which provides a refreshing beverage or topping. The product is a black, coffee containing liquid in an aseptically filled container. The liquid has a fresh, clean taste and may contain more than 2% by weight of soluble coffee solids. The liquid is produced by extracting coffee solids from roast and ground coffee at a draw-off ratio of less than about 3. The concentration of soluble coffee solids in the coffee extract is then adjusted to less than about 5% by weight under oxygen-reduced conditions.

Abstract: A confectionery in the shape of a soda pop bottle having a top portion, a lower portion, a flowable confectionery disposed within the lower portion, and a hard candy or coatable item extending from the upper portion into the lower portion to dip into the flowable confectionery.

Abstract: The present invention provides a container for packaging solid food that is stored in the container in a liquid environment, such as tuna fish. One end of the container has a foraminous drain lid for draining the liquid from the container. The drain lid may have a rim to prevent a user from being splashed while draining the contents of the container. The container is sealed to prevent contamination of the contents of the container. The container may be made of a flexible material so that the user may squeeze the container to facilitate draining the liquid from the container. Once the liquid has been drained from the container, the drain lid is removed to allow extraction of the solid food from the container.

Abstract: An airtight pouch or packaging (10, 20) made of synthetic material for the preservation of food products (12) is obtained by sealing (13, 14, 15) and cutting said synthetic material by an automatic packaging machine with a horizontal or vertical motioning of the product. The packaging (10, 20) is constituted by a single peelable type film (11) consisting of an oriented polyamide layer coupled with a coextruded peelable polyethylene layer, said film being folded once on the polyethylene layer side in order to form the inner part of said packaging.

Abstract: Brown sugar and similar ingredients are packaged for consumers in individual, pre-measured portions. The portions can be loosely packed, but correspond to a volume of firmly packed ingredient commonly used for cooking. Alternatively, the ingredient can be provided in a firmly packed form, in a pre-measured portion, or a pre-measured portion that is easily divisible into smaller portions that correspond to commonly-used cooking measures.

Abstract: This pizza server(10) along with it's outer sleeve(22), provide a neater and more comfortable means of enjoying this fun food, as well as for it to stay warmer longer thanks to the outer sleeve(22) that slips on and off very easily. The absorbent liner(20) both in the sleeve(22) and on the pizza server(10) absorb the excess grease. Thanks to the flap(12), you can handle the slice of pizza without touching it, and thanks to the crease(14) you can fold it so it won't flop. During consumption, the pizza server(10) peels back from underneath the pizza, thanks to the crease(14) which seperates by use of a pull string or perforation(16) and tin strips(18) embedded in the plate(10)which help keep the plate folded away. An alternative peel-away method uses cross-wise perforations (24) about every two inches. This pizza-server (10) will make a great advertising and promotion tool, by imprinting information on them and then handing them out to generate good-will.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a device and method for dispensing dual component liquids or concentrates packaged in separate containers to provide protection from effects such as oxidation and moisture loss. The liquids or concentrates can be dispensed through a pumping system, preferably including a peristaltic pump, mixed together, and optionally diluted with another liquid, such as water, to provide a consumable beverage. In addition, the device of the present invention can dispense liquids or concentrates having different viscosities, such that they are mixed together in the proper ratio.

Abstract: The present invention includes a food ingredient comprising soy grits and gluten. The food ingredient is effective to make a food product having a structure substantially the same as a corresponding soy-free product made with wheat flour.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayer dessert having at least one heat-treated component, which comprises mousse, creme, jelly and/or sauce, where this component is coated with a continuous sterilized layer of fat coating or chocolate of a thickness between 0.1 and 3 mm, or in that these components (7, 8, 9) are separated by a continuous sterilized layer (10, 11) of fat coating or chocolate of a thickness between 0.1 and 3 mm, and in that the component or components have a Bostwick viscosity below 8 cm.

Abstract: A sealed crustless sandwich for providing a convenient sandwich without an outer crust which can be stored for long periods of time without a central filling from leaking outwardly. The inventive device includes a lower bread portion, an upper bread portion, an upper filling and a lower filling between the lower and upper bread portions, a center filling sealed between the upper and lower fillings, and a crimped edge along an outer perimeter of the bread portions for sealing the fillings therebetween. The upper and lower fillings are preferably comprised of peanut butter and the center filling is comprised of at least jelly. The center filling is prevented from radiating outwardly into and through the bread portions from the surrounding peanut butter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to edible decorations which reproduce all types of patterns, including colored patterns. The purpose of these decorations is partially or totally to cover the cakes for which they are intended and with which they form a perfectly homogeneous whole. More precisely, the invention comprises in producing a printed decoration with five successive layers: a first layer of printed edible paper, and a second layer of a material for modifying the texture of the edible paper and sticking the first and third layers together. The third layer comprises of a material belonging to the group comprising almond paste and chocolate. The fourth layer is equivalent to the second layer, and the fifth layer is equivalent to the first layer. By virtue of this innovation, a printed decoration does not detract from the cake and remains supple and homogeneous.

Abstract: A canister for containing a particulate-type product. The canister includes at least one side wall, a top closure and a bottom closure. The side wall defines at least a portion of an internal storage region having an upper opening and a lower opening. The side wall includes a first paper-based layer, a second layer and an adhesive. The first layer includes a main body portion and a premium. The body portion and the premium are integrally formed such that the premium is selectively detachable from the body portion. The body portion and the premium each define an inner surface and an outer surface. The second layer has an inner surface and an outer surface. The adhesive bonds the inner surface of the body portion to the outer surface of the second layer, but does not impede detachment of the premium from the body portion. The top closure is connected to the side wall to encompass the upper opening. The bottom closure is connected to the side wall so as to encompass the lower opening.

Abstract: A stopper including a collection receptacle, characterized in that the stopper is provided with a valve that permits flow of sediments into said collection receptacle, wherein the valve may be closed to substantially trap the sediments in the collection receptacle and obstruct flow therefrom.

Abstract: Food packaging with a removable prize therein. Prizes are located between a first surface of a first sheet of plastic and a first surface of a second sheet of plastic via adhesive. Food is placed on a second, opposite surface of the first plastic sheet and the first surface of the second sheet. The food is covered either by using a second sheet that is wide enough that it is folded over the food and sealed, or a separate third sheet is placed over the food and sealed to the second and first sheets. In this way, the prize is prevented from commingling with the food, and the prize can be attached to the food packaging per se.

Abstract: According to the invention, the pressing of juice out of bulbs, for example garlic, can be effected in a garlic presser (4), where the bulb (3) is packaged in a bag (1).