Expiry dates and best&#x2d;before labels are confusing. Learn how to read them to avoid wasting tons of food.

What Expiry And Best&#x2d;Before Dates *Really* Mean

Because wasting food (or getting food poisoning) is never cool.

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Instead of just tossing your fruits and veggies into your fridge, use your crisper drawers to keep your produce fresh. More at Chatelaine.com.

What To Store In Refrigerator Crisper Drawers

Those mysterious crisper drawers have a very real use. Here’s how to make the most of them.

The *Right* Way To Store Produce In Your Refrigerator’s Crisper Drawers

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Prevent staleness, mould and the dreaded rubbery crust with simple tips. From refrigerating to freezing find everything you need to know.

5 Best Tips For Keeping Bread Fresh For Longer

5 Ways To Keep Your Bread Fresh

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How Long Does Food Last In The Freezer?

How Long Foods Really Last in the Freezer (It's Shorter Than You Think)

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What Expiry Dates And Best-Before Dates Really Mean

The Right Way To Store Produce In Your Refrigerator’s Crisper Drawers

5 Ways To Keep Your Bread Fresh

How Long Foods Really Last in the Freezer (It's Shorter Than You Think)

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