Abstract:
Provided herein is an apparatus for food presentation. The apparatus includes at least two platforms and a mechanism for moving the platforms to allow for presentation of foodstuff in a number of states.

Description:
CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION 
       [0001]    This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/262,192, filed Dec. 2, 2015, the disclosure of which is hereby incorporated in its entirety by reference. 
     
    
     TECHNICAL FIELD 
       [0002]    The disclosure relates, generally, to food presentation apparatus and, more particularly, to an adjustable food presentation apparatus having a mechanism to allow a transition between two (or more) states. The disclosure has particular, but not necessarily exclusive, application to the presentation and transformation of cake and similar foodstuffs. 
       BACKGROUND 
       [0003]    There are currently a number of existing apparatus that are used in relation to the presentation of food, although the majority of these consist of different configurations of static food presentation platforms. With regard to specific examples of apparatus for the presentation of cake and similar foodstuffs, the majority of the focus has been placed on decoration alone. One of these examples attempts to add movement to the cake by providing a simple rotating base upon which the cake is mounted, although this feature adds very little to the overall presentation of the cake and does not significantly improve the enjoyment of the experience for a user. 
         [0004]    There is a need for an improved design of apparatus that addresses the abovementioned deficiencies. There is also the need for an improved design of apparatus for presenting food, and particularly cake, that improves a user&#39;s (e.g. a recipient of the cake, or a person participating in the celebrations) enjoyment of the experience. 
       SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION 
       [0005]    Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an adjustable food presentation apparatus comprising: 
         [0006]    a base platform; 
         [0007]    first and second platform modules, said first and/or second platform modules being adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff or decoration; and 
         [0008]    elevation means to allow transitioning of the first and second platform modules between at least first and second states; 
         [0009]    wherein in the first state, each of the first and second platform modules are substantially at rest upon a base platform and are positioned adjacent one another relative to the base platform; and 
         [0010]    wherein in the second state, at least the second platform module is maintained in an elevated position relative to the first platform module and/or base platform. 
         [0011]    The first and/or second platform modules may further comprise one or more flanged portions adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff or decoration. Alternatively, or in addition, the first and/or second platform modules may comprise at least two flanged portions extending outwardly in opposing directions. Such a configuration provides the advantage of balancing the load (of the foodstuff or decoration) and allowing for greater stability of the apparatus, particularly during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0012]    The elevation means preferably comprises an actuator, and at least one rigid interconnecting arm, said interconnecting arm being pivotally attached at or near its distal end to the actuator, and pivotally attached to each of said first and second platform modules. In a representative embodiment, the interconnecting arm is pivotally attached to each of the first and second platform modules at or near their central transverse axis of rotation. It should be appreciated that additional interconnecting arms may also be incorporated into the design in order to provide the apparatus with greater stability. 
         [0013]    The actuator may comprise a DC motor, which is adapted to control movement of the interconnecting arm. However, it should be appreciated that alternative control sources are also envisioned without the scope of the present disclosure. In a representative embodiment, the DC motor may control movement of the interconnecting arm such that it pivots about its attachment to the first platform module. In this regard, the DC motor may engage with, and be connected to, the interconnecting arm by means of an elongate member or shaft. However, persons skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations may also be possible to achieve actuation or movement of the interconnecting arm. 
         [0014]    The DC motor may be located beneath the base platform, and at least the distal end of the interconnecting arm may extend through a slot in the base platform. As discussed above, the DC motor may engage with, and be connected to, the interconnecting arm by means of an elongate member or shaft (which may preferably also be located beneath the base platform). 
         [0015]    During the transition between the first and second states, the at least one interconnecting arm may pivot about the first platform module. More specifically, the interconnecting arm may pivot about the point of pivotal attachment between the interconnecting arm and the first platform module. As a result, the first platform module may remain in a substantially fixed position on the base platform during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0016]    The rotational orientation of each of the first and second platform modules may remain substantially unchanged during the transition between the first and second states. In other words, the upward-facing surfaces of the first and second platform modules remain the upward-facing surfaces in both the first and second states. This is a particularly advantageous configuration since it allows foodstuffs to be retained on either the first and second platform modules during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0017]    The adjustable food presentation apparatus may further comprise at least one stabilising arm pivotally attached to and extending between the first and second platform modules. Alternatively, and in a representative embodiment, the adjustable food presentation apparatus may comprise two stabilising arms (per interconnecting arm) pivotally attached to and extending between the first and second platform modules. The two stabilising arms may be pivotally attached to the first platform module at points either side of the pivotal attachment between the first platform module and arm. The two stabilising arms may also be pivotally attached to the second platform module at points either side of the pivotal attachment between the second platform module and arm. Such a configuration advantageously provides greater stability of the apparatus, and particularly the second platform module, during the transition between the first and second states. This stability is particularly important for the second platform module that reaches an elevated position above the first platform module and/or base platform in the second state. 
         [0018]    In a representative embodiment, the adjustable food presentation apparatus may further comprise a third platform module being adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff or decoration. It should be appreciated that the decoration referred to may be either a removable or fixed decoration, and be perishable or non-perishable in nature. 
         [0019]    The third platform module may be pivotally attached to the interconnecting arm. In a representative embodiment, a second interconnecting arm may be pivotally attached to and extend between the first and third platform modules. This second interconnecting arm may preferably provide additional stability for the third platform module, and/or aid with the rotational orientation of the third platform module during transition between the first and second states. 
         [0020]    In the first state, the third platform module may be substantially at rest upon the base platform and positioned adjacent the second platform module. By contrast, in the second state, at least the third platform module may be maintained in an elevated position relative to the first platform module and/or second platform module. In a further representative embodiment, in the second state, the third platform module may be maintained in an elevated position relative to both the first and second platform modules. In accordance with this embodiment, the second platform module may be elevated above the first platform module, and the third platform module may be elevated above both the first platform module and second platform module. 
         [0021]    As with the first and second platform modules, the rotational orientation of the third platform module may remain substantially unchanged during the transition between the first and second states. In other words, the upward-facing surfaces of the third platform module remain the upward-facing surfaces in both the first and second states. This is a particularly advantageous configuration since it allows foodstuffs or decorations (that are not fixed to the apparatus) to be retained on the third platform module during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0022]    Some embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a transformable cake comprising: 
         [0023]    the adjustable food presentation apparatus described in one or more of the above embodiments; and 
         [0024]    one or more portions of cake positioned on each of the first and second platform modules. 
         [0025]    In the first state, the transformable cake may have the overall appearance of a vehicle such as, for example, an automobile or truck, and in the second state, the transformable cake may have the overall appearance of a robot. 
     
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS 
         [0026]    An embodiment of the disclosure is now described by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings in which: — 
           [0027]      FIG. 1  shows a perspective front view of an embodiment of an adjustable food presentation apparatus in a first state; 
           [0028]      FIG. 2  shows a perspective rear view of the embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the first state shown in  FIG. 1 ; 
           [0029]      FIG. 3  shows a perspective front view of an embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in a second state; 
           [0030]      FIG. 4  shows a perspective rear view of the embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the second state shown in  FIG. 3 ; 
           [0031]      FIG. 5  shows a side cross-sectional view of the embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the first state shown in  FIG. 1 ; 
           [0032]      FIG. 6  shows a side cross-sectional view of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the second state shown in  FIG. 3 ; 
           [0033]      FIG. 7  shows a perspective front view of an alternative embodiment of an adjustable food presentation apparatus in the first state; 
           [0034]      FIG. 8  shows a perspective rear view of an alternative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the second state; 
           [0035]      FIG. 9  shows a side cross-sectional view of the alternative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the first state shown in  FIG. 7 ; and 
           [0036]      FIG. 10  shows a side cross-sectional view of the alternative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus in the second state shown in  FIG. 8 . 
       
    
    
     DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS 
       [0037]    In the drawings, reference numeral  10  generally designates an embodiment of an adjustable food presentation apparatus. The adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  is particularly useful in relation to the presentation and transformation of cake and similar foodstuffs and it will therefore be convenient to describe the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  in that environment. More specifically, the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  is particularly useful in relation to the presentation of a cake that, in a first state, has the appearance of a vehicle or automobile and, in a second state, has the appearance of a robot. However, it should be understood that the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  is not limited to this embodiment, and may be utilised or implemented in other applications or in relation to other foodstuffs. 
         [0038]    As illustrated in at least  FIGS. 1 to 4  of the drawings, a representative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  comprises a base platform  12 , a first platform module  14  and a second platform module  16 . The first platform module  14  and/or second platform module  16  are adapted to receive and retain a portion of a foodstuff (such as, for example, cake) or decoration. The adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  also comprises elevation means  30  to allow transitioning of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16  between at least a first state and a second state. 
         [0039]    In a first state of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , being a lowered state (illustrated in  FIGS. 1, 2 and 5  of the drawings), the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16  are essentially at rest upon the base platform  12  and are positioned adjacent one another relative to the base platform  12 . In a second state of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , being a raised state (illustrated in  FIGS. 3, 4 and 6  of the drawings), at least the second platform module  16  is maintained in an elevated position relative to the first platform module  14  and base platform  12 . More preferably, in the second state the second platform module  16  is maintained in a position directly above the first platform module  14 , which remains at rest on the base platform  12 . 
         [0040]    The first platform module  14  and/or second platform module  16  comprise flanged portions  20 , adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff or decoration, which extend outwardly in opposing directions. Such a configuration provides the advantage of balancing the load (of the foodstuff or decoration) and allowing for greater stability of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , particularly during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0041]    In an alternative embodiment of the disclosure (shown in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings), only the second platform module  16  comprises the flanged portions  20 . In this embodiment, the base platform  12  performs a similar function (to the flanged portions  20 ) about the first platform module  14  by retaining a portion of a foodstuff (such as, for example, cake) or decoration. 
         [0042]    It should be appreciated that prior to use of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  (i.e. before the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  can be used to present the foodstuff), the foodstuff (e.g. cake) needs to be applied to the apparatus  10  in a manner that is visually appealing to the user. While the overall structure of the apparatus  10  gives it the appearance, in a first state, of a vehicle or automobile, and the appearance, in a second state, of a robot, it is envisioned that the foodstuff (e.g. cake) or decoration will also be styled by a user in such a way as to enhance this visual appearance. For example, where cake is used as the foodstuff, the portions of cake placed on the flanged portions  20  of the first platform module  14  and/or second platform module  16  (or on the base platform  12  in the case of the alternative embodiment illustrated in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings) are preferably stylised (or decorated) to give the overall visual appearance of a part of a vehicle or automobile (in the first state) and a robot (in the second state). While the present disclosure is not directed to decoration and stylising of foodstuffs, it will be generally appreciated that the use of colouring, and icing is commonly used in relation to cakes to alter the visual appearance. 
         [0043]    In a representative embodiment of the disclosure, shown in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings, the elevation means  30  comprises an actuator  32  and at least one rigid interconnecting arm  38 . The interconnecting arm  38  is pivotally attached, at its distal end  40  to the actuator  32 , and pivotally attached to each of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16 . More preferably, the interconnecting arm  38  is pivotally attached to each of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16  at or near their central transverse axis of rotation (not shown). 
         [0044]    As shown in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings, additional interconnecting arms  38  may also be incorporated into the design in order to provide the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  with greater stability. The design shown in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings incorporates two interconnecting arms  38  that are both pivotally attached, at their distal ends  40  to the actuator  32 , and pivotally attached to each of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16 . More preferably, both of the interconnecting arms  38  are pivotally attached to each of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16  at or near their central transverse axis of rotation (not shown). In this embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , the two interconnecting arms  38  preferably attach to each of the first platform module  14  and second platform module  16  on opposing sides so as to provide greater balance and stability. 
         [0045]    The actuator  32  preferably comprises a DC motor  34 , which is adapted to control movement of the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . However, persons skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations or mechanisms may also be used to achieve actuation or linear movement of the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . For example, any mechanism capable of applying a linear pulling/pushing force to the distal end(s)  40  of the interconnecting arm(s)  38  including, but not limited to, a leadscrew, rack and pinion configuration, timing belt, or hydraulic or pneumatic ram. 
         [0046]    The DC motor  34  is located beneath the base platform  12 , and at least the distal end(s)  40  of the interconnecting arm(s)  38  extend through a slot  60  (or slots  60  in the case of two interconnecting arms  38 ) in the base platform  12  to facilitate pivotal attachment between the interconnecting arms  38  and the actuator  32 . More specifically, the DC motor  34  is adapted to control movement of the interconnecting arm(s)  38  such that it pivots about its attachment to the first platform module  14 , which remains in a fixed position on the base platform  12  throughout the transition between the first and second states. In this regard, the DC motor  34  preferably engages with, and is connected to, the interconnecting arm(s)  38  by means of an elongate member or retractable shaft  36  (which also forms part of the actuator  32 ). It can be seen from  FIGS. 5 and 6  of the drawings that the retractable shaft  36  is preferably positioned beneath the base platform  12  of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , and pivotally attached to the distal end(s) of the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . 
         [0047]    The adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  further comprises at least one stabilising arm  44  pivotally attached to and extending between the first platform module  14  and the second platform module  16 . In a representative embodiment of the disclosure, shown in  FIGS. 1 to 6  of the drawings, the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  comprises two stabilising arms  44  (per interconnecting arm  38 ) pivotally attached to and extending between the first platform module  14  and the second platform module  16 . More preferably, the two stabilising arms  44  are pivotally attached to the first platform module  14  at points either side of the pivotal attachment between the first platform module  14  and the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . 
         [0048]    By virtue of the operation of the stabilising arms  44 , the rotational orientation of second platform module  16  remains substantially unchanged during the transition between the first and second states. In other words, the upward-facing surfaces (such as, for example, the flanged portions  20 ) of the second platform module  16  remain the upward-facing surfaces in both the first and second states, despite the fact that the second platform module  16  rotates or pivots relative to the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . This is a particularly advantageous configuration since it allows foodstuffs (such as, for example, cake) to be retained on the second platform module  16  (specifically, the flanged portions  20 ) during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0049]    Also, since the first platform module  14  remains in a substantially fixed position on the base platform  12  during the transition between the first and second states, it can also be said that the rotational orientation of the first platform module  14  remains substantially unchanged during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0050]    The adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  further comprises a third platform module  18 , which is adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff (such as, for example, cake) or decoration. It should be appreciated that the decoration referred to may be either a removable or fixed decoration, and be perishable or non-perishable in nature. 
         [0051]    The third platform module  18  is preferably pivotally attached to a distal end  42  of the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . In a representative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , a second interconnecting arm(s)  46  is pivotally attached to and extends between the first platform module  14  and third platform module  18 . This second interconnecting arm  46  advantageously provides additional stability for the third platform module  18  and maintains the rotational orientation of the third platform module  18  during transition between the first and second states. In other words, the upward-facing surfaces of the third platform module  18  remain the upward-facing surfaces in both the first and second states, despite the fact that the third platform module  18  rotates or pivots relative to the interconnecting arm(s)  38 . This is a particularly advantageous configuration since it allows foodstuffs (such as, for example, cake) or decorations (that are not fixed to the apparatus  10 ) to be retained on the third platform module  18  during the transition between the first and second states. 
         [0052]    In the first state of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , being a lowered state (illustrated in  FIGS. 1, 2 and 5  of the drawings), the first platform module  14 , second platform module  16  and third platform module  18  are essentially at rest upon the base platform  12  and are positioned adjacent one another relative to the base platform  12  (i.e. first platform module  14  adjacent the second platform module  16 , and second platform module  16  adjacent third platform module  18 ). In the second state of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , being a raised state (illustrated in  FIGS. 3, 4 and 6  of the drawings), at least the second platform module  16  and third platform module  18  are maintained in an elevated position relative to the first platform module  14  and base platform  12 . More preferably, in the second state the second platform module  16  is maintained in a position directly above the first platform module  14 , which remains at rest on the base platform  12 , and the third platform module is maintained in a position directly above the second platform module  16  and first platform module  14 . 
         [0053]    In a representative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , the third platform module  18  further comprises flanged portions  20  and adjustable flanged portions  22 , which (as with flanged portions  20 ) are adapted to receive a portion of a foodstuff (such as, for example, cake) or decoration. The adjustable flanged portions  22 , give the visual appearance of ‘arms’ when the apparatus  10  is in the second state (i.e. the state wherein the apparatus has the overall appearance of a robot). The adjustable flanged portions  22  are pivotally attached to the third platform module  18 , and inwardly biased (or mechanically predisposed) towards the resting position shown in  FIGS. 1 and 2  of the drawings. 
         [0054]    As the apparatus  10  transitions from the first (lowered) state to the second (raised) state, a tab (not shown) on the adjustable flanged portions  22  engages the first interconnecting arm(s)  38  and/or second interconnecting arm(s)  46 , causing the adjustable flanged portions  22  to pivot and flair outwardly (as shown in  FIGS. 3 and 4  of the drawings). Conversely, as the apparatus  10  transitions from the second (raised) state to the first (lowered) state, there is a disengagement between the tab (not shown) on the adjustable flanged portions  22  and the first interconnecting arm(s)  38  and/or second interconnecting arm(s)  46 . Due to the inward biasing of the adjustable flanged portions  22  toward the resting position shown in  FIGS. 1 and 2  of the drawings, the adjustable flanged portions  22  automatically pivot back to their resting position. It will be appreciated that many known techniques and mechanisms (such as, for example, the use of a spring mechanism (not shown) attached between the adjustable flanged portions  22  and the third platform module  18 ) can be used to effect the inward biasing of the adjustable flanged portions  22 . 
         [0055]    In an alternative embodiment of the disclosure, a mechanical arrangement of the adjustable flanged portions  22  may be used instead of inward biasing (such as, for example, using a spring mechanism as described above). In accordance with this alternative embodiment, a tab (not shown) on the adjustable flanged portions  22  may still engage the first interconnecting arm(s)  38  and/or second interconnecting arm(s)  46 , causing the adjustable flanged portions  22  to pivot and flair outwardly (as shown in  FIGS. 3 and 4  of the drawings). However, as the adjustable flanged portions  22  pivot and flair outwardly an additional spring tab(s) (not shown) made from a flexible material is brought into engagement with the third platform module  18  creating a temporary inward biasing force on the adjustable flanged portions  22  due to the flexing of the spring tab (not shown). As the apparatus  10  transitions from the second (raised) state to the first (lowered) state, there is a disengagement between the tab (not shown) on the adjustable flanged portions  22  and the first interconnecting arm(s)  38  and/or second interconnecting arm(s)  46 . Due to the temporary inward biasing applied to the adjustable flanged portions  22 , by the spring tab (not shown), toward the resting position shown in  FIGS. 1 and 2  of the drawings, the adjustable flanged portions  22  automatically pivot back to their resting position. In this resting position, the spring tab (not shown) is no longer flexed (due to the disengagement between the spring tab (not shown) and the third platform module  18 ) and therefore no longer applies an inward biasing force on the adjustable flanged portions  22 . 
         [0056]    In a representative embodiment of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10 , the third platform module  18  further comprises an extendable head portion  48 . The extendable head portion  48 , gives the visual appearance of a ‘head’ when the apparatus  10  is in the second state (i.e. the state wherein the apparatus has the overall appearance of a robot). 
         [0057]    In the first (lowered) state, the head portion  48  is concealed within the third platform module  18  and covered by cover portion  50  that is pivotally attached to the third platform module  18  (as shown in  FIGS. 1, 2 and 5  of the drawings). As the apparatus  10  transitions from the first (lowered) state to the second (raised) state, a distal portion  52  of the second interconnecting arm  46  is brought into engagement with an engaging member  54  that is pivotally (or rigidly) attached to the extendable head portion  48 . As this engagement continues, throughout the transition from the first state to the second state, the head portion  48  is caused to project from the third platform module  18 . This projection, either by direct action of the head portion  48  against the cover portion  50  or by some levered mechanical arrangement between the head portion  48 , the engaging member  54  and/or the cover portion  50 , causes the cover portion  50  to pivot and allow the head portion  48  to be revealed (as shown in  FIGS. 3, 4 and 6  of the drawings). 
         [0058]    Conversely, as the apparatus  10  transitions from the second (raised) state to the first (lowered) state, there is a disengagement between the distal portion  52  of the second interconnecting arm  46  and the engaging member  54 , which causes the head portion  48  to retract within the third platform module  18 . Also during this transition, the effect of gravity (or, alternatively, a suitable biasing mechanism) causes the cover portion  50  to pivot and once again cover the head portion  50 . 
         [0059]    It should be appreciated that other mechanically equivalent techniques for projecting and retracting the head portion  50  from the third platform module  18  are also envisioned by the present disclosure. Such techniques and mechanisms will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. 
         [0060]    In an alternative embodiment of the disclosure, shown in  FIGS. 7 to 10  of the drawings, the elevation means  30  of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  comprises an actuator  32  and a gearing arrangement  70  between the first platform module  14 , second platform module  16  and third platform module  18 . The operation of the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  is otherwise the same as previously described. 
         [0061]    With regard to this alternative embodiment, the actuator  32  preferably comprises a DC motor  34 , which is adapted to control movement of the gearing arrangement. However, persons skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations or mechanisms may also be used to achieve actuation or rotational movement of the gearing arrangement  70 . For example, any suitable mechanism capable of applying a rotational force to the gearing arrangement  70 . 
         [0062]    As with the previously described embodiment, the DC motor  34  is preferably located beneath the base platform  12 , and at least a portion of the gearing arrangement  70  extends through the slot  60  in the base platform  12 . It should be appreciated from  FIGS. 7 to 10  of the drawings that, in accordance with this alternative embodiment, portions of the first platform module  14 , second platform module  16  and/or third platform module  18 , may be adapted to engage with the gearing arrangement  70 . More specifically, the DC motor  34  is adapted to control rotational movement of the gearing arrangement  70 , which in turn causes the second platform module  16  to become elevated above the first platform module  14 , and the third platform module  18  to become elevated above the second platform module  16  and first platform module  14 . It should be appreciated that many suitable gearing arrangements may be used to achieve the above described movement of the second platform module  16  and third platform module  18  as the apparatus transitions between the first and second states. These techniques and mechanisms will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art. 
         [0063]    Having regard to the above described embodiments of the disclosure, the adjustable food presentation apparatus  10  preferably also comprises a microcontroller (not shown) that controls the DC motor  34 , and is activated by a surface mounted switch (not shown) that is preferably located on the base platform  12 . The adjustable food presentation apparatus may further comprise an optional sound player (not shown) with amplifier and speaker (not shown) to allow for the playing by the apparatus  10  of certain music or sound effects as the apparatus transitions between the first and second states. 
         [0064]    It will be appreciated by persons skilled in the art that numerous variations and/or modifications may be made to the above-described embodiments, without departing from the broad general scope of the present disclosure. The present embodiments are, therefore, to be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive.