SquareRooms | Issue 180 • April 2020

If you haven’t organised your fridge in some time, the prospect can be daunting. The key is to take it one step at a time, the first one being the big clear-out. Empty your fridge entirely, and organise things into categorised piles, such as meats, dairy, snacks, veggies and fruits. If you come across expired foods, throw them out. Unwanted items that haven’t been opened and still have a long shelf-life can be gifted or even donated. Once your fridge is empty, the accumulation of dirt and mildew inside will become more noticeable. This is a prime opportunity to clean your fridge thoroughly. However, don’t reach for kitchen cleaners, as they might come in contact with food later on and have a negative impact on your health. Instead, keep it simple with warm water and soap, gently wiping down the inside of your fridge. Repeat the process with dry wipes in order to avoid condensation. To do your future self a favour, line the bottom of your crisper drawers with paper towels to keep them clean longer and absorb moisture. Make sure to keep your items cool during your clear-out. Don’t pile them in an area exposed to sunlight, and, if possible, turn up the aircon in the room. Clear and clean your freezer either first or last, putting frozen foods back into their space as quickly as possible to avoid thawing. If cleaning your freezer looks like it’s going to take some time, consider storing frozen items inside a cooler box in the meantime. 1 Make room 2 Clean up 3 Keep food cool t e x t YA I Z A C A NO P O L I S T E P U P Y O U R F R I D G E G A M E 6 steps to organising your fridge and keeping your produce fresh and tasty IMAGE COURTESY OF @ORGANIZEDLIFEDESIGN IMAGE COURTESY OF @BREATHING.ROOM.ORGANIZATION O R G A N I S E I T IMAGE COURTESY OF @ORGANIZEDLIFEDESIGN 62 A P R I L S Q U A R E R O O M S