
Kitchen Tricks and Tips


Fresh chestnuts in fridge, freezer or pantry? How to store them without mould

Can you eat a Halloween pumpkin? How to use the flesh without wasting it

Hard or ripe pears, where to store them and how to tell when they are ready to eat

Firm or soft persimmons, why some are astringent and how to ripen them at home

Why cut apples turn brown and how to slow browning

Where should food go in the fridge? Why knowing the rules does not always mean following them

Olive oil in dark glass, tins or plastic, how much does the container really matter?

Why are some cooked chestnuts hard while others turn soft and floury?

Freeze food before the use-by date: can you eat it after the date has passed?

Fresh mushrooms in the fridge, how to store them and how long do they last?
