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Philips 700W Daily Collection Compact Food Processor – White HR7310/00

R1590.00

Enjoy effortless homemade meals every day

If you enjoy healthy homemade meals but have a busy schedule, you’ll love our Philips Daily Compact Food Processor. We’ve designed this compact collection especially for hectic lives. You can quickly and effortlessly prepare great dishes.

Powerful 700W motor for effortless processing

Our powerful motor can easily handle a variety of ingredients from bread dough to hard vegetables, cheese and chocolate. It also slices and shreds with ease.

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut.

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

Quick and easy assembly of all parts.

All accessories are dishwasher safe

All accessory parts can be put on the top rack of your dishwasher for easy cleaning.

Convenient all-in-one appliance: knead, whisk, shred, slice

With more than 16 functions, there is no limt to what you can make: meals, bread, sauces and more. Use the high quality and multi-functional accessories to chop, puree and mince ingredients with the S-blade, or slice and shred with the 2-in-1 disc. Whatever you’re in the mood for, whip, whisk, knead and more.

Color-coded speed and accessories guide for easy matching

For perfect results every time, just match the accessory color to the same speed color. Use speed 1 to whip cream, beat eggs, make pastries and bread doughs. Speed 2 is ideal to chop onions, mince meat, make smoothies and more.

Smaller footprint and in bowl storage for all accessories

The compact Daily Food Processor takes up less countertop space, yet is fully equipped with all of the kitchen essentials that you can easily store inside of the bowl.

2 –in-1 double-sided stainless steel discs: shred & slice

Ergonomic, double-sided disc makes it easy to slice with one side and shred with the other side!

Make up to 5 portions at same time with 1.5L bowl capacity

The generous 2.1L bowl (1.5 L working capacity) lets you blend up to 5 portions of soup in one go.

Philips Avance Collection Juicer HR1922/20

R3990.00

Fresh juice with the fiber you like

FiberBoost technology enables you to choose the texture of juice you prefer, selecting with the switch of a button from a refreshing clear juice to a more creamy juice with up to 50% more fiber.

FiberBoost Technology

QuickClean

3L, XXL tube

1200 W

FiberBoost Technology with up to 50% extra fiber

FiberBoost technology enables you to choose the texture of juice you prefer, selecting with the switch of a button from a refreshing clear juice to a more creamy juice with up to 50% more fiber. The unique combination of smartly controlled constant speeds with unique sieve design allows more or less fiber in your juice, so that everyone can enjoy their favorite.

Pulp naturally falls into one container

Due to the round shape without nooks and crannies theleftovers is collected in the pulp container.

XXL feeding tube (80mm)

Save time and start juicing faster. You no longer need to cut up most fruit and vegetables to fit this juice machine. Just pop it all into the 80mm XXL feeding tube, and enjoy a boost of nutrition every day.

Easy to clean sieve

Thanks to the polished sieve it is very easy to clean up away leftovers with a kitchen sponge.

Dripstop for clean kitchen counter

Dripstop for clean kitchen counter

The integrated drip stop allows you to stop between juicer sessions keeping your counter top spotless. Activate the drip stop by simply turning the spout.

Just pour in water for quick pre-cleaning

Philips' unique pre-clean function allows you to quickly rinse clean your juicer between different juices or after juicing. By pouring water into the pusher, you can create a water fountain rinsing away unwanted leftovers.

More silent

The new motor has a lower noise and vibration which make the overall juicing experience more silent.

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

The juicer has a thought through design, allowing you to assemble all parts in a quick and easy way.

Powerful 1200W motor

Juice the toughest fruits and vegetables effortlessly with the strong 1200W motor.

Juice up to 3L in one go

You can make up to 3L of juice in one go without needing to empty the pulp container.

Philips Baking Master Kit HD9925/01

R790.00

Baking master kit

With this special Philips Airfryer Baking master kit, you can make all your favorite baking recipes. Master how to bake cakes, bread, gratin, quiche and much more. In an easy and healthy way.

Accessory kit

1x baking accessory

Silicone muffin cups

1x recipe booklet

Booklet to master baking skills

Booklet with chef's tips, beginner's recipe and Airfryer cooking times is included

Dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning

You can safely put these accessories in your dishwasher for cleaning.

The Philips baking accessory fits perfectly your Airfryer.

You can bake many different recipes in it.

7 silicone muffin cups to enjoy different baking dishes

There is always and excuse to have muffins. Whether there is a birthday coming up or you just want to treat your family. These muffin cups allow you to create individual treats for your guests.

Philips Daily Collection 650W Promix Handblender – White HR2535/00

R1090.00

Fast and efficient blending with touch of a button

With powerful motor and unique ergonomic design the new daily hand blender provides fast and efficient blending with the touch of a button, helping you effortlessly prepare healthy homemade meals every day

Anti-Splash blade guard

The special wave shapes in the bottom part of the hand blender blending bar guarantees no splashes or mess while you blend

Ergonomic design

Ergonomic design

The robust and ergonomic design offers convenience and ease of use for consumers

ProMix Advanced blending technology

ProMix Advanced blending technology

Developed together with the prestigious Stutgart University, Philips ProMix is a unique, advanced technology that uses a specific triangular shape to create optimal food flow and maximum performance for faster and more consistent blending

Single button release system

Single button release system

Easily attach and detach accessories for various functions with one press of a button.

650W Powerful Motor

With strong 650W powerful motor ensure poweful blending for your daily homemade meals

Compact chopper

With the compact chopper accessory, you can easily chop herbs, nuts, cheese, chocolate and onions.

Philips Daily Collection Compact Food Processor 700W HR7320/10

R1890.00

Enjoy effortless homemade meals every day

If you enjoy healthy homemade meals but have a busy schedule, you’ll love our Philips Daily Compact Food Processor. We’ve designed this compact collection especially for hectic lives. You can quickly and effortlessly prepare great dishes

Powerful 700W motor for effortless processing

Our powerful motor can easily handle a variety of ingredients from bread dough to hard vegetables, cheese and chocolate. It also slices and shreds with ease.

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut.

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

All accessories are dishwasher safe

All accessory parts can be put on the top rack of your dishwasher for easy cleaning.

Resistant and transparent jar for heavy use

The 1.5L resistant jar has a working capacity of 1L for up to 5 smoothie portions at once.

Convenient all-in-one appliance: knead, whisk, shred, slice

With more than 19 functions, there is no limt to what you can make: meals, bread, sauces and more. Use the high quality and multi-functional accessories to chop, puree and mince ingredients with the S-blade, or slice and shred with the 2-in-1 disc. Whatever you’re in the mood for, whip, whisk, knead and more.

Color-coded speed and accessories guide for easy matching

For perfect results every time, just match the accessory color to the same speed color. Use speed 1 to whip cream, beat eggs, make pastries and bread doughs. Speed 2 is ideal to chop onions, mince meat, make smoothies and more.

Smaller footprint and in bowl storage for all accessories

The compact Daily Food Processor takes up less countertop space, yet is fully equipped with all of the kitchen essentials that you can easily store inside of the bowl.

2 –in-1 double-sided stainless steel discs: shred & slice

Ergonomic, double-sided disc makes it easy to slice with one side and shred with the other side!

Make up to 5 portions at same time with 1.5L bowl capacity

The generous 2.1L bowl (1.5 L working capacity) lets you blend up to 5 portions of soup in one go.

Philips Daily Collection Mixer – Black HR3705/10

R690.00

Fluffy cakes and smooth batters made easy

Our new Daily mixer makes baking easier for fast, delicious results every time. Prepare cake mixes and batters up to 20% faster*. Lightweight, ergonomic design makes all your mixing easy and comfortable.

Cord clip for tidy storage

The cord wraps around and fixes into place with a clip for tidy storage.

Large eject button to release beaters with one touch

Release the beaters or dough hooks with one touch of the large, clear eject button.

Smooth surfaces for easy cleaning

Smooth surfaces and dishwasher-safe accessories make for fast, easy cleaning.

5 speeds + Turbo to handle every kitchen task

A selection of 5 different speeds lets chose just the right setting for every task.

Non-slip grip for easy handling

Non-slip grip for easy handling

Cone-shaped beaters work up to 20% faster*

Cone-shaped beaters work up to 20% faster* ‚covering a larger surface area in less time and incorporating air into the batter for a smooth, fluffy texture.

Dishwasher-safe stainless steel accessories

The mixer comes with two pairs of beaters in high-quality, dishwasher-safe stainless steel.

Lightweight and designed for comfort

Lightweight, ergonomic design makes mixing comfortable and easy.

Two pairs of strip beaters, plus dough hooks

Beaters and dough hooks attach easily with a click you can hear so you know you've done it right.

Philips Daily Collection Mixer – White HR3705/00

R690.00

Fluffy cakes and smooth batters made easy

Our new Daily mixer makes baking easier for fast, delicious results every time. Prepare cake mixes and batters up to 20% faster*. Lightweight, ergonomic design makes all your mixing easy and comfortable.

5 speeds + Turbo to handle every kitchen task

A selection of 5 different speeds lets chose just the right setting for every task.

Cord clip for tidy storage

The cord wraps around and fixes into place with a clip for tidy storage.

Large eject button to release beaters with one touch

Release the beaters or dough hooks with one touch of the large, clear eject button.

Smooth surfaces for easy cleaning

Smooth surfaces and dishwasher-safe accessories make for fast, easy cleaning.

Non-slip grip for easy handling

Non-slip grip for easy handling

Cone-shaped beaters work up to 20% faster*

Cone-shaped beaters work up to 20% faster* ‚covering a larger surface area in less time and incorporating air into the batter for a smooth, fluffy texture.

Two pairs of strip beaters, plus dough hooks

Beaters and dough hooks attach easily with a click you can hear so you know you've done it right.

Lightweight and designed for comfort

Lightweight, ergonomic design makes mixing comfortable and easy.

Dishwasher-safe stainless steel accessories

The mixer comes with two pairs of beaters in high-quality, dishwasher-safe stainless steel.

Philips New Daily Collection Handblender 650w HR2534/00

R790.00

Fast and efficient blending with touch of a button

With powerful motor and unique ergonomic design the new daily hand blender provides fast and efficient blending with the touch of a button, helping you effortlessly prepare healthy homemade meals every day

Anti-Splash blade guard

The special wave shapes in the bottom part of the hand blender blending bar guarantees no splashes or mess while you blend

Ergonomic design

The robust and ergonomic design offers convenience and ease of use for consumers

ProMix Advanced blending technology

Developed together with the prestigious Stutgart University, Philips ProMix is a unique, advanced technology that uses a specific triangular shape to create optimal food flow and maximum performance for faster and more consistent blending

Single button release system

Easily attach and detach accessories for various functions with one press of a button.

650W Powerful Motor

With strong 650W powerful motor ensure poweful blending for your daily homemade meals

Philips New HR2228/90 Series 5000 Blender (Black) 800w

R1890.00

2-year worldwide warranty

You enjoy a 2-year worldwide warranty on our blenders – which is our guarantee of long-lasting quality and operation.

Powerful, yet energy efficient 800 W motor

Powerful but energy efficient 800 W motor for balancing power efficiency and perfect blending results. Designed to maximize the performance of the ProBlend Crush technology.

Perfectly crushed ice and tough ingredients, 2x faster

ProBlend Crush technology turns toughest ingredients into finest smoothies twice as fast. Our unique 6-star blades in combination with our efficiently designed 900 W motor crush ice and big pieces to perfection.

Maximum 2 L capacity, working jar capacity 1.5L

The large 2 L jar has a working capacity of 1.5 L for deliciously blended smoothies to share with the whole family or save for later

Large innovative ribbed design glass jar

The innovative ribbed glass jar design ensures the optimal flow of ingredients for the finest blending results.

Easy-grip control dial with 3 speed settings

Our control dial is molded with non-slip grip, so you can easily control the blender speed. From gentle blending for soft fruits ‚Äì to a burst of power for harder fruit and vegetables. It‚s up to you with our manual speed control.

Removable blade unit for easy cleaning

Its removable blade unit is designed for more thorough cleaning. All detachable parts are also dishwasher safe.

Dishwasher-safe parts

All detachable parts of your Philips blender are dishwasher safe.

Pulse function for smoother blending

Blend your mixes thoroughly smooth by using the handy pulse control – so all the bits and pieces are brought down to the blades for another round of fine blending.

Philips Series 5000 800W Core Blender HR2224/00

R1390.00

ProBlend Crush technology turns toughest ingredients into finest smoothies twice as fast. Our unique 4-star blades in combination with our efficiently designed 800 W motor crush ice and big pieces to perfection.

2-year worldwide warranty

You enjoy a 2-year worldwide warranty on our blenders – which is our guarantee of long-lasting quality and operation.

Powerful, yet energy efficient 800 W motor

Powerful but energy efficient 800 W motor for balancing power efficiency and perfect blending results. Designed to maximize the performance of the ProBlend Crush technology.

Perfectly crushed ice and tough ingredients, 2x faster

ProBlend Crush technology turns toughest ingredients into finest smoothies twice as fast. Our unique 4-star blades in combination with our efficiently designed 800 W motor crush ice and big pieces to perfection.

Maximum 2 L capacity, working jar capacity 1.5 L

The large 2 L jar has a working capacity of 1.5 L for deliciously blended smoothies to share with the whole family or save for later.

Easy-grip control dial with 3 speed settings

Our control dial is molded with non-slip grip, so you can easily control the blender speed. From gentle blending for soft fruits – to a burst of power for harder fruit and vegetables. It’s up to you with our manual speed control.

Removable blade unit for easy cleaning

Its removable blade unit is designed for more thorough cleaning. All detachable parts are also dishwasher safe.

Dishwasher-safe parts

All detachable parts of your Philips blender are dishwasher safe.

Large innovative ribbed design jar

The innovative ribbed jar design ensures the optimal flow of ingredients for the finest blending results.

Pulse function for smoother blending

Blend your mixes thoroughly smooth by using the handy pulse control – so all the bits and pieces are brought down to the blades for another round of fine blending.

Philips Viva Collection 450w Hand Mixer – White HR3741/00

R890.00

Strong, efficient mixing for smooth cakes

The Philips mixer helps you create delicious fluffy cakes, and breads for your family. Air conic mixing allows shorter whipping time and smoother cake batter. Its powerful 450 W motor will make light work of the toughest of doughs.

Conic shaped beater for maximum air incorporation

The unique conic shaped beater allows maximum incorporation of air that contributes fluffy texture and smooth cake batter

450W motor power for even the toughest of doughs

450W motor power for even the toughest of doughs

The powerful 450W motor will make light work of the toughest of doughs.

5 speed settings for better control

The wide range of speed gives you the best control in mixing.

Turbo function

Turbo function allows extra bursts of power just when you need them.

Easy beater assembly

Beaters have been designed with a different pattern on one end to be intuitively assembled for a quick setup.

Easy beater ejection button

With one simple touch you can release the beaters or dough hooks.

Keeping your cables tidy is easy with the cord clip

The cord storage clip helps you keep your kitchen tidy.

Philips Viva Collection Compact Food Processor HR7520/10

R2390.00

Healthy homemade food, unlimited possibilities

If you enjoy healthy homemade meals, you‚ll love our Philips Viva Compact Food Processor. We‚ve designed this collection especially for hectic lives. You can quickly prepare great dishes, even when they contain the toughest ingredients.

850 W

30 functions

2-in-1 disc

Citrus press & mill

PowerChop technology for superior chopping performance

PowerChop technology is a combination of blade shape, cutting angle and inner bowl that provides a superior chopping result in both soft and hard ingredients. It is also perfect for making purées and mixing your cake batters!

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut

Fast preparation with large feeding tube for minimal pre-cut.

Quick and easy assembly of all parts

Quick and easy assembly of all parts.

All accessories are dishwasher safe

All accessory parts can be put on the top rack of your dishwasher for easy cleaning.

Resistant and transparent jar for heavy use

The 1.5L resistant jar has a working capacity of 1L for up to 5 smoothie portions at once.

Powerful 850W motor for effortless processing

Our powerful motor can easily handle a great variety of ingredients such as bread dough, hard vegetables, coffee beans, cheese or chocolate. It also slices and shreds with ease.

All-in-one: knead, whisk, shred, slice, grind and juice

With more than 30 functions, there is no limit to what you can make: meals, bread, sauces, ground coffee beans, juices and more. Use its high quality and multifunctional accessories to chop, puree and mince ingredients (S-blade), or just slice and shred (2-in-1 disc). Whatever you‚re in the mood for!

Color-coded speed and accessories guide for easy matching

For perfect results every time, just match the accessory color to the same speed color. Use speed 1 to whip cream, beat eggs, make pastries and bread doughs. Speed 2 is ideal to chop onions, mince meat, make smoothies and more.

Smaller footprint and in-bowl storage for all accessories

The compact Viva Food Processor takes up less counter top space, yet it is fully equipped with all of the kitchen essentials that you can easily store inside of the bowl.

2 –in-1 double-sided stainless steel discs: shred & slice

Ergonomic, double-sided disc makes it easy to slice with one side and shred with the other side!

Make up to 5 portions at same time with 1.5L bowl capacity

The generous 2.1L bowl (1.5 L working capacity) lets you blend up to 5 portions of cold soup in one go.

Philips Viva Collection Juicer HR1832/00

R1890.00

Maximum juice. Minimum fuss.

Everything you expect from a juicer – high juice extraction, cleaning within 1 min – in a compact design that is half the size ! *. Treat yourself with the joy of a healthy homemade juice every day.

500 W

QuickClean

1.5 L

Drip stop

Compact juicer always at hand on your kitchen counter top

With only half the size*, this juicer takes limited space. You can leave it on your kitchen counter top or store it easily.

Juice directly into your glass

This juicer allows you to use your own glass (Max 12cm height). Place it directly under the integrated tap and you are ready to juice.

Juice up to 1.5L in one go

You can make up to 1.5L of juice in one go without needing to empty the pulp container.

QuickClean technology

The Philips juicer is designed for easy cleaning thanks to QuickClean technology. Cleaning can now be done within 1 minute, thanks to the integrated pulp container and smooth surfaces.

QuickClean sieve

A lot of pulp fibres usually get stuck in the sieve, which makes it very difficult to clean. Thanks to the innovative QuickClean technology all surfaces of the sieve are smooth, which helps you wipe away the fibres with a standard kitchen sponge.

All pulp collected in one place for easy disposal

The pulp will all be collected in the only place where it should be: in the pulp container of your Philips juicer. That means there is no need to remove pulp from other parts such as the lid anymore. Due to the round design and smooth surfaces without nooks and crannies, the pulp is easy to reach and the container is much easier to clean.

Easy checking of the pulp with see-through pulp container

Enjoy a true interactive juicing experience. The lid and the pulp container are transparent so you can see your fruits and vegetables being juiced. You also directly see when the container is full which means it is time to empty it.

Drip stop to prevent juice from dripping

Drip stop to prevent juice from dripping

When activated, the drip stop will prevent the juicer from dripping. The drip stop spout is very easy to clean as it is detachable and it is made of dishwasher safe materials. With one simple move, you prevent the juice from dripping and keep your counter top clean.

All removable parts are dishwasher safe

For even easier and faster cleaning all removable parts can be safely cleaned in the dishwasher.

Smooth and easy to clean surfaces

The juicer is designed with round shapes and smooth surfaces to facilitate easy rinsing under the tap

*Compared to Avance collection juicer HR1869/70, HR1869/71, HR1869/73

Philips Viva Collection ProMix Handblender HR2653/90

R1690.00

Blend. Seal. Go!

The new ProMix Viva collection handblender with a variety of accessories helps you create endless healthy snack and meal options.

800W blending power

SpeedTouch with speed guidance

On-the-go tumbler

Easy to clean

Powerful 800W motor for great results

Our powerful and durable 800 Watt motor delivers all the power you need to prepare your favorite healthy and homemade meals in just minutes.

ProMix technology for fast, more consistent blends

Philips partnered with Stuttgart University to develop ProMix for faster and more consistent blending. Its unique, advanced technology is shaped like a triangle to deliver optimal food flow and maximum performance with best results every time.

SpeedTouch Technology for seamless power control

Want more power while you blend? Just squeeze the turbo boost button. Its intuitive variable speeds let you easily increase power without switching settings. Start slowly to prevent splashing and gradually squeeze harder until you reach the speed you need for each recipe and ingredient.

Single button release to quickly switch accessories

When you‚re cooking up a storm, you‚ll love how easy it is to switch accessories. They quickly attach and detach to the blending bar with one press of a button.

Anti-splash blade guard to prevent splashes while blending

Don‚t worry about any messes when you cook. Our special blade guard will stop splashes big and small. Its waved shape attached to the bottom of the blending bar guarantees minimum mess ‚and less clean-up later.

Double beater

Take your breakfasts and baked treats to the next level with our double beater. It's perfect for making delicious homemade batters for fluffy pancakes, your favorite cakes, rich sauces and more.

XL chopper to process harder food like meat, nuts and cheese

Save time and energy hand-chopping harder ingredients like fruit and meat. Our Philips XL Chopper will do the hard work for you so you can easily prepare delicious salsas and salads, chop fruits or grind large quantities of meat.

Take healthy smoothies with you in the on-the-go tumbler

To make life easier, blend your favorite smoothies directly in the Philips on-the-go tumbler. Just blend, seal and go. Made with BPA free materials, blender includes a built-in anti-leakage seal so you can safely take it with you, with no spills.

Easy to clean

Easy to clean

Philips Viva Collection ProMix Handblender HR2657/90

R2190.00

Blend. Chop. Spiralize. Taste!

The new ProMix Viva collection handblender with a variety of accessories helps you create endless healthy snack and meal options.

800W blending power

SpeedTouch with speed guidance

On-the-go tumbler, Spiralizer

Easy to clean

Powerful 800W motor for great results

Our powerful and durable 800 Watt motor delivers all the power you need to prepare your favorite healthy and homemade meals in just minutes.

ProMix technology for fast, more consistent blends

Philips partnered with Stuttgart University to develop ProMix for faster and more consistent blending. Its unique, advanced technology is shaped like a triangle to deliver optimal food flow and maximum performance with best results every time.

SpeedTouch Technology for seamless power control

Want more power while you blend? Just squeeze the turbo boost button. Its intuitive variable speeds let you easily increase power without switching settings. Start slowly to prevent splashing and gradually squeeze harder until you reach the speed you need for each recipe and ingredient.

Single button release to quickly switch accessories

When you‚re cooking up a storm, you‚ll love how easy it is to switch accessories. They quickly attach and detach to the blending bar with one press of a button.

Anti-splash blade guard to prevent splashes while blending

Don‚t worry about any messes when you cook. Our special blade guard will stop splashes big and small. Its waved shape attached to the bottom of the blending bar guarantees minimum mess ‚and less clean-up later.

Whisk accessory ideal for whipping cream, mayo and sauces

Get adventurous with our single whisk accessory. It‚s just what you need to make frothy whipping cream, smooth mayonnaise, perfect pancake batter and more.

XL chopper to process harder food like meat, nuts and cheese

Save time and energy hand-chopping harder ingredients like fruit and meat. Our Philips XL Chopper will do the hard work for you so you can easily prepare delicious salsas and salads, chop fruits or grind large quantities of meat.

Unique spiralizer accessory to eat more fruits & vegetables

Add a healthy spin to your diet with our unique Spiralizer accessory. Effortlessly transform everyday fruits and veggies into fun, low-carb noodles, spirals and ribbons. It‚s an ideal way to spice up a healthy, gluten-free or clean eating diet. Choose from three shapes to spiralize: spaghetti, linguine or ribbon.

Take healthy smoothies with you in the on-the-go tumbler

To make life easier, blend your favorite smoothies directly in the Philips on-the-go tumbler. Just blend, seal and go. Made with BPA free materials, blender includes a built-in anti-leakage seal so you can safely take it with you, with no spills.

Easy to clean

Easy to clean

Russell Hobbs Black Glass Front Water Dispenser RHGFWDN-0

R4690.00

Water Bottle not included

The elegant Russell Hobbs Black Glass Front Water Dispenser offer both hot and cold water options, for all of your water drinking needs. With its elegant design and numerous features, this is one accessory you definitely need in your home.

Hot, Cold & Power Indicator Lights

Hot, cold and power illuminated lights make ease of use for this water dispenser

Ergonomic Water Faucets

This water dispenser gives you hot and cold water, perfect for whatever beverage you might want.

Cooling Storage Cabinet

This convenient compartment with a tray and shelf is perfect for storing food and drinks when needed.