Strici condimentele din bucătărie fără să știi. Un bucătar dezvăluie greșeala frecventă. Cum să le depozitezi? • Newsweek România

A chef warns that using decorative containers for spices can compromise their freshness. Proper storage is crucial to protect spices from air, light, heat, and moisture. While aesthetics matter, the sealing ability of the container is more important. Spices should be kept in opaque, airtight containers away from heat sources like stoves. It's a misconception that spices spoil suddenly; they gradually lose flavor over time. For optimal storage, spices should be transferred only once to clean, dry, and sealed containers, and labeled with purchase dates. A cool, dark environment is essential for maintaining spice quality.