: The device saw a massive resurgence in mid-century America. George Hall, a soy sauce manufacturer, is often credited with popularizing the rotating tray in Chinese-American restaurants to make communal dining easier for large groups. Why "Lazy"? The "lazy" part of the name refers to the convenience it provides. It eliminates the need for diners to constantly ask, "Can you pass the salt?" or "Pass the rolls?" because the table does the "walking" for you. Would you like to know more about the
: Early forms appeared in England as rotating tops on pedestal tables. why called lazy susan
If it was an American invention for Western dining, how did it become the icon of Chinese restaurants? : The device saw a massive resurgence in mid-century America