Let’s say you have two disposable aluminum trays. Partially fill one tray way with water, the video recommends one-third, and freeze it. When you’re ready to use it, ...

Instead of frantically rifling through your kitchen cupboards trying to piece together a carrying solution, pull out a roll of aluminum foil and create a serving tray from scratch.

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Puebco Aluminum Tray. $36 at Urban Outfitters. For the industrial designer or anyone with stark, modern tastes, this rough aluminum rolling tray with a gunmetal finish will only look better with age.

Needham schools cut down on food waste with reusable metal trays 02:21. Schools in Needham, Massachusetts have cut down on their food waste by replacing their old cafeteria lunch trays with ...