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College Cafeterias Are Going Trayless

partysugar — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 06:50:11 -0700

In an attempt to cut costs and be more eco-chic, many college campuses have gotten rid of cafeteria trays. Instead, students are being forced to carry their meals on plates. The trayless cafeterias are seeing up to a 30 percent decrease in food waste, and with no trays to wash, the use of energy and water is reduced as well.

While school officials whole-heartedly embrace the change, many students are not happy. They dislike not being able to carry everything at once and are more inclined to spill.

I'm all for the discontinuation of cafeteria trays, not only because it helps the environment, but because it probably also causes students to eat less. Say good-bye to serving trays and say good-bye to the freshman 15! How do you feel about the trend?

Off to Market Recap: Serving Tray

partysugar — Mon, 18 May 2009 06:50:18 -0700

With the weather warming up, I've turned my attention to alfresco entertaining. Last weekend, I suggested my guests and I grab our cocktails and appetizers and head out to the patio. There was a lot to carry and on my third trip back to the kitchen, I couldn't help but wonder why I don't own a stylish serving tray? I asked you to help me find one. You looked for a large chic tray with edges to ensure that nothing slides off during transit. You saved the trays in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Serving Tray. I love the jungle tray with birds of paradise, but feel this turquoise striped melamine serving tray is more versatile.

Bengalspice discovered the tray, which, at $12.99, is totally affordable! For more serving trays, browse the collection below.

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Off to Market: Serving Tray

partysugar — Mon, 11 May 2009 06:50:47 -0700

With the weather warming up, I've turned my attention to alfresco entertaining. Last weekend, I suggested my guests and I grab our cocktails and appetizers and head out to the patio. There was a lot to carry and on my third trip back to the kitchen, I couldn't help but wonder why I don't own a stylish serving tray? Can you help me find one? Look for a large chic tray with edges to ensure that nothing slides off during transit. Save the trays in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Serving Tray. I'm excited to see your discoveries!

Geeksugar has put together an article that explains how to bookmark on TeamSugar.
Not sure where to start looking? Be inspired by some of my favorite online stores when you read more

Bed Bath & Beyond
CB2
Cooking.com
Crate & Barrel
Ikea
Linens and Things
NapaStyle
Pier 1
Plum Party
Pottery Barn
Sur La Table
Target
Restoration Hardware
Williams Sonoma
Wishing Fish
World Market

Bleeding Heart BBQ Tray: Love It or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:30:31 -0800

This barbecue tray with veins pokes fun at the juices that flow from grilled red meat. Its dark sense of humor is not for the faint of heart. What do you think of it?

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Yum's October Must Haves

partysugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:30:52 -0700

Hard to believe October is already here! Although I'm not a fan of colder weather, I am looking forward to everything October has to offer. From harvest meals to Halloween, it's sure to be an exciting month. Here are my top picks for properly enjoying this fabulous Fall month to the fullest.

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YumSugar Gift Guide: Bring a Little Dinner Party Cheer

YumSugar — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:18:31 -0800

If you're the eater in a dinner-party relationship - the person who comes over to chow down - then you may want to thank your entertainer by adding them to your holiday list. You could opt for a nice bottle of wine, but since that is so obvious, why not get them something a little more unique? There are quite a few things for the dinner party enthusiast, you can surprise them with this clever baguette tray and knife ($38) - it is a bit specialized, but is still a load of fun - or splurge and get them a new set of placemats. These Chinoiserie ones from DwellTable ($88) are a bit pricey, but absolutely charming. Scroll through the list for more dinner-party gift ideas.

Two-Tiered Dessert Server ($19.95)	Baguette Tray & Knife ($38)
Stainless Steel Champagne-Wine Bucket ($39.95)	Corelle Square 16-pc. Dinnerware Set - Simple Lines ($69.99)
DwellTable Chinoiserie Placemats ($88)	Riedel Vinum 7-Piece Gift Set ($99)

Yum Market Finds: Fall For Fruit

partysugar — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 16:27:33 -0800

Fall is a wonderful time to enjoy a harvest of delicious fruits. Apples, pears, and cranberries are best consumed this time of year, whether you eat them alone or mix them into a dish. These fruits also look gorgeous when on display or as decor in the kitchen.

Judging by the assortment of fruit-themed bookmarks in the Yum Market on TeamSugar, many of you have already fallen for fruit! Take this fun pear tray that gardengirl74 saved. You could plan an entire partridge in a pear tree party around it! For more fabulous fruit finds, browse below.

To learn more about the bookmarking feature of TeamSugar, please read geeksugar's explanation.

Fingerprint Drink Tray: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 01:18:11 -0800

I've recently started collecting serving trays. They are wonderful for transporting food at dinner parties and make delightful gifts. However, one drink tray I will not be adding to my collection is this fingerprint drink tray. It has ugly bumps specially designed to fit your fingertips. It may seem practical, but the molded fingers really gross me out. They remind me of a dead zombie's hand coming out of a tomb. What do you think? Would you bring this tray home?

Say Cheese

YumSugar — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:15:21 -0700

In case you don't already own cheese serving tools, I went shopping for stylish cheese serving trays and found a fabulous selection. They run the gamut from ornate and over-the-top to sleek and minimalist. My favorite is this marble tray with silver bamboo hardware ($78); it's got the perfect amount of flair and will look excellent displaying everything from a pungent blue to a sharp cheddar.

To scope out all my finds, click on the arrows below.

Peacock Melamine Tray: Love It or Hate It?

YumSugar — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 03:18:33 -0800

I was flipping through the latest Pottery Barn catalog when I came across this Peacock Melamine Tray (was $19 now $12). On one hand I think it's lovely and I absolutely adore birds. On the other, there's something rustic about it that irritates me to no end. I'm a bit torn, how about you? Would this tray find a place in your home?

Yamazaki "Signature" Cheese Tray, 14" - $50.00	Agate Cheese Plates - $60.00
4 Piece Marble Cheese Set by All-Clad - $99.99	Georg Jensen Cheeseboard and Knife - $155.00
Stelton - stainless cheese plane by martin rosquist for stelton - $48.00	Petrified Wood Cheese Trays - $78.00
Silver Bamboo & Marble Cheese Set - $78.00	Cheese Board with Tools - $19.95
Michael Aram "Swiss Cheese" Cutting Board & Knife - $65.00	Granite Cheese Board with Hammered Metal Handles - $39.95
Fitz and Floyd "Ricamo" Cheese Tray with Knife, 14 1/8" - $62.00	Eclipse Cheese Tray by Nambé - $195.00
Michael Aram "Vine" Cheese Board with Knife - $79.00