Patent ID: 7152754
Filing Date: 2006-12-26
Classification: A47G

Abstract:
1. A tab plate comprising: a substantially planar center portion adapted for use with food and having a plate top surface and a plate bottom surface; said plate top surface bounded by a retaining perimeter means; said perimeter means including an outer edge and means for stiffening the combination of said perimeter means and said center portion; at least one tab extending outwards from said perimeter means and having a tab top surface and a tab bottom surface; said tab top surface oriented substantially parallel to said plate top surface and having a longitudinal axis oriented substantially orthogonal to the outer edge of said perimeter means; said tab providing means for stabilizing when said tab plate is filled with food; and said tab further being formed as one piece with said tab plate and incorporating a bendable hinge structure with one or more areas designed for bending whereby said tab may be folded upwards and over said center portion to provide gripping means when urged towards said food and said center portion.