A Look At Lazy Suzans
A lazy Susan, occasionally spelled Lazy Suzan, is not a negative phrase given to a group of girls named Susan who are lethargic and unmotivated. Instead, it is a phrase used to describe a disc shaped tray that rotates when set on a flat surface. Lazy Suzans date back about 3 centuries and have been used for many things.
During the 1700s, these swiveling trays were known as dumbwaiters. Today, a dumbwaiter is a small elevator within a hotel, restaurant or home that is used to transport food to different floors. In the U. S., a popular magazine featured an advertisement that featured a lazy Susan in 1917.
A Lazy Suzan can be made of various kinds of materials, most commonly wood or plastic. The basic parts are a tray and the bearings on which the tray is placed. The bearings allow the tray to revolve. A well crafted Susan’s bearings will be at the center of the round tray for a more even rotation.
There are several uses for these trays. They are most commonly found in kitchens, especially inside cupboards to save storage space and provide easy access to certain items. Spices are commonly placed on a Suzan to allow all the spices to be accessible instead of placed in hard to access rows. These trays are also perfect for a table top in the home or at a restaurant. With them, diners can spin the tray and select the food or condiment they want without having to reach across the table. Lazy Suzans are also finding their way out of the kitchen and into the office. A computer monitor or television can be set atop one to allow for different viewing angles.
Nowadays, consumers have a rich selection of trays from which to choose. Lazy Susans can be found in a variety of sizes and colors. Moreover, they can be multi-tiered, be designed to hold glasses, bottles or cans, and some are equipped with a heating element and cover to keep food warm.
The Lazy Suzan, or Lazy Susan has become a staple in many homes and dining establishments all over the globe. The next time you eat at a Chinese restaurant, do not be surprised to see one brought to your table.
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