Whole fish and fillets should be used on the day of purchase. Until required, refrigerate on a plate
loosely covered with plastic wrap, waxed paper or foil.
If storing overnight or longer, take particular care to select very fresh fish. Whole fish should be rinsed
in cold water to remove loose scales and dirt and then patted dry with paper towels. Place whole fish
or fillets in a sealed plastic bag.
Keep shellfish chilled at all times. Use within 1 – 2 days.
Precooked foods and leftovers
These should be stored in suitable covered containers so that the food
will not dry out.
Keep for only 1 – 2 days.
Reheat leftovers only once and until steaming hot.
Vegetable and fresh fruit
The crisper box is the optimum storage location for fresh fruit and
vegetables.
Take care not to store the following at temperatures of less than 7°C for
long periods:
Citrus fruit, melons, aubergines, pineapple, papaya, courgettes, passion
fruit, cucumber, peppers, tomatoes.
Undesirable changes will occur at low temperatures such as softening of the flesh, browning and/or
accelerated decaying.
Do not refrigerate avocados (until they are ripe), bananas, mangoes.
FREEZING AND STORING FOOD IN THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT
Using the freezer compartment
To store deep‐frozen food.
To make ice cubes.
To freeze food.
Note: Ensure that the freezer drawers have been placed properly.
Purchasing frozen food
Packaging must not be damaged.
Use by the 'use by /best before/best by/' date.
If possible, transport deep‐frozen food in an insulated bag and place quickly in the freezer
compartment.
Storing frozen food
Store at ‐18°C or colder. Avoid opening the freezer drawers unnecessarily.
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