Storage
How to Clean and Store Strawberries
Our test kitchen’s tips to make fresh berries last their longest.
By Li Goldstein
Does Almond Milk Go Bad?
Just like dairy, almond milk will eventually expire. Here’s what to look for.
By Hannah Lee Leidy
Does Alcohol Expire? A Guide to Storing Liquor
Find out which bottles to keep in the fridge—and just how long they’ll last.
By Niki Achitoff-Gray
How to Store Cucumbers So They Stay Extra Crunchy
Everything you need to know about keeping cucumbers fresh.
By Zoe Denenberg
Everything You Need to Know About Storing Chocolate for Baking and Beyond
And what does it mean if the chocolate in your pantry looks grey and dusty?
By Stephanie Loo
Is It Okay to Freeze Cheese?
Can you freeze cheese? It turns out the answer depends on the type of cheese, the way you prep it for freezing, and what you plan to do with it after thawing.
By Alexandra Jones
The Things You Should Never Store on Top of Your Fridge
We’re all about creative kitchen storage solutions, but here’s what to keep in mind about that space above your refrigerator.
By Matthew Zuras
The Smart Way to Store Onions and Capture All Their Savory Potential
Follow these expert tips, and your onions will stay fresh for months.
By Grace Elkus
Will Tahini Go Bad in the Pantry?
Here’s how to store this creamy condiment depending on how you plan to use it.
By Matthew Zuras
How to Store Mushrooms to Keep Those Fungi Fresh
Should you wash mushrooms? Should they go in the fridge? What about the freezer? We have answers to all these questions, and more.
By Jess Eng
Want Better-Tasting Sesame Oil? Don’t Put It in the Cabinet
If you want to preserve all of those delicate nutty notes, think twice about how you store this pantry staple.
By Matthew Zuras
Is It Safe to Reuse Plastic Take-out Containers?
And what about putting them in the dishwasher or the microwave?
By Alaina Chou
How to Store Cilantro for the Perkiest, Greenest Leaves
To keep your cilantro at peak flavor, store it as if you were caring for a bouquet of flowers.
By Jess Eng
The Best Way to Keep Guacamole From Turning Brown
Does storing guacamole with the avocado pit actually keep it green?
By Zoe Denenberg
Do You Need to Refrigerate Watermelon?
Learn how to store watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew for the sweetest flavor and optimal texture.
By Grace Elkus
Sorry, But Your Ice Probably Stinks
Whether you notice it or not, the ice that’s in your freezer right now might not smell great. Luckily, we have a few fixes.
By Emily Farris