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Today in the spirit of warm summer days to come I’m featuring two “cool ideas” for backyard entertaining. This handy gadget is the cooling tray that will keep your fruit plates or cold appetizers cool and fresh while sitting outside.

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Everyone loves cool munchies on a hot summer’s day but keeping them cool is a battle. With this cooling tray you just stick the removable ice mat in the freezer and then use it to keep meats cool and fresh before grilling or any ready to serve foods at the perfect temperature.

“Cooling tray keeps food fresher, longer—perfect for picnics, grilling and warm weather entertaining! Just freeze the removable ice mat and set it in the stainless-steel base to keep meat fresh while you fire up the grill. Also great for serving cool or cold appetizers, salads or desserts. The lid keeps food cool, fresh and bug-free. No cords, no plugs, no limits—use it indoors on the buffet, outdoors on the patio, even take it to the park! Dishwasher and freezer-safe. 12″ w x 15″ l x 4 1/2″ h.”

See it at Brookstone