Table 3 - Preserving foods in the refrigerator 
Food Preservation containers Preservation zone Duration
Meat  and  fish  (of  any 
type)
Hardcheeses
Protective film, aluminium sheets, closed  glass 
containers, plastic for foods or steel
Drawer
“FreshControl°0C”
1-2 days
Cooked  foods,  cold 
dishes, sweets
Closed  containers in glass,  plastic  for foods  or 
steel
Any drawer 1-2 days
Fruit and vegetables Sale package or bulk Fruit/vegetabledrawers 3-4 days
Bananas, p otatoes,
onions and garlic
Do not preserve in the refrigerator  - -
Water, wine, beer, 
milk,fruitjuices,zzy
beverages
Food containers in glass or plastic Balconiesonthedoor Refer  to  the  best 
before date
Pickled or in oil 
foods, sauces, butter, 
spreadable cheeses, eggs
Original package Balconiesonthedoor Refer  to  the  best 
before date
Yoghurt
Original package Any drawer
Refer  to  the  best 
before date
When storing food in the refrigerator compartment, place food in 
purpose food grade containers or  wrapped in  food grade plastic 
film.