Reversible multi-configuration modular dinnerware / cookware / serveware apparatus and method
AssigneeChapter Ceramics
InventorJanet Kwak
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Abstract
Quality modular dinnerware set that expands to multiple configurations for a variety of hosting/serving/dining needs. Basic plates can be used to bake, serve, display, and/or cook for small or large parties. Each plate/unit has a flippable or foldable design so that every piece can be used in more than one way. The plates then can be used on its own, as well as in the microwave, oven, or over a fire, and then paired with any of the wooden accessories to create a personalized tablescape.
Claims21
1-12. (canceled)
A serveware apparatus being a multi-functional single set adapted for versatile, adjustable, and structural use, the serveware apparatus comprising:
- a plate element, having a top side and a bottom side, wherein the top side and the bottom side are reversible with different structural elements on each side, both the top side and the bottom side having a walled element around the circumference of the plate element to prevent spillage, both the top side and the bottom being useable as a dinner plate or serving plate;
- a bowl element with a top opening and a handle on an outer surface, the top opening configured with a dimension to accept a side of the plate element in a stacked arrangement;
- a leg element configured in a hinged “X” shape that opens and closes, the open configuration providing a holding structure or hot plate trivet;
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- a foldable tiered stand that opens and closes, the open configuration providing support surfaces at two different levels to support at least two different plates or bowls.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element is partitioned on one side and non-partitioned on a reverse side.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element is partitioned on one side and non-partitioned on a reverse side, the partitioned side dividing the plate element into a plurality of separate food retaining regions.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element is glazed on one side and unglazed on a reverse side.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the handle on the bowl element is an extruded triangle shape.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the bowl element is configured in a plurality of different heights.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element is configured with a dimension to accept a side of a different plate element in a stacked arrangement.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the leg element is configured to fold flat in the closed configuration.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the foldable tiered stand is configured to fold flat in the closed configuration.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the two different levels of the foldable tiered stand are horizontally offset.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element is fabricated from a material from the group consisting of:
- ceramic, glass, a tempered glass product, metal, and wood.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the bowl element is fabricated from a material from the group consisting of:
- ceramic, glass, a tempered glass product, metal, and wood.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the leg element is fabricated from a material from the group consisting of:
- metal and wood.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the foldable tiered stand is fabricated from a material from the group consisting of:
- metal and wood.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the plate element and the bowl element are fabricated from a material that has a low thermal expansion and is resistant to thermal shock.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the leg element and the foldable tiered stand are symmetrical in at least one dimension.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein the apparatus includes serveware, bakeware, cookware, ovenware, and dinnerware.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein at least three different plate elements are placed in a stacked arrangement.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein a plurality of bowl elements are placed in a stacked arrangement.
The serveware apparatus of claim 1, wherein a plurality of plate elements and a plurality of bowl elements are placed in a stacked arrangement.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.