You likely make use of serving trays when you entertain, but have you ever considered a tray's use outside the kitchen? There are a number of creative, modern ways to use serving trays around the home, and these simple tutorials will show you how.

1. In the bathroom. Corral your everyday beauty essentials instead of letting them take over the bathroom sink by using an attractive tray. Choose one with taller edges so that small bottles don’t slide off of the sides, and be sure to display your prettiest products inside.
2. In the office. Add a serving tray to your desk to keep office supplies, pen holders, paperwork, and business cards from cluttering up your desk.
3. On the coffee table. Make your coffee table vignette look even more catalog-worthy by adding a large, attractive serving tray to your design scheme. Fill it with coasters, candles, and a large flower vase.
4. Make your own. If you can’t find a serving tray that you like (or that fits your budget), make your own using a plain white tray and scrapbook-style paper. Cut the paper to fit the inside of the tray and secure it using double-sided tape.

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If you’ve never tried Persian cuisine before, you’re in for a real treat at Saffron’s. This Persian restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Louisville and offers exotic fare at affordable prices. Each dish is made from scratch upon ordering for the freshest, most authentic taste, and they are all prepared according to Persian tradition. Grilled chicken and beef are served atop fragrant rice and with kebabs of grilled vegetables, while baklava and Vietnamese coffee make a perfect pairing with dessert.

In addition to its menu of Persian fare, Saffron’s boasts a luxurious, well-decorated interior that is ideal for everything from your weekly date night to a fun dinner out with friends. The walls are painted in warm shades of orange and red and decorated with ornate frames, while tablecloth-covered tables and a cozy bar offer ample seating for parties of any size.

Enjoy a specialty cocktail with your meal, and you're likely to see what makes Saffron’s so special!

Saffron’s
131 W Market Street
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 584-7800
www.saffronsrestaurant.com
www.yelp.com/biz/saffrons-louisville

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Shopping online is a great way to save money on unique items that you can’t find anywhere else, and members-only flash sale websites make those savings even greater for those who join. Membership is free, and sales only last a day or two, meaning that if you like what you see, you should pounce! Here are a few discount shopping sites for everything from clothing to home goods.

Joss and Main
With its wide selection of curated designer furniture pieces, Joss and Main is a site that interior design lovers would shop whether it offered discounts or not. Lucky for you, the members-only site does offer membership discounts, and many of them are up to 70% off.

Fab
Fab is one of the most versatile discount shopping websites, offering a wide range of products and new, featured design deals every day. With home decor items, electronics, and even clothing and accessories for men and women, Fab offers savings on products for all areas of your life.

One Kings Lane
One Kings Lane is an online marketplace for designer and vintage items for the home. You must become a member in order to browse the site, but once you join you’ll receive up to 70% off of the shop’s furniture, kitchen tools, and other items for the home.

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