• Chill Out with fresh food for festive fun!

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  • Correct - Keeping your fridge at this temperature range ensures that perishable foods are stored safely, reducing the risk of bacterial growth and spoilage.

  • Opps! The correct answer is 2- 5°C

    Keeping your fridge between 2- 5°C ensures that perishable foods are stored safely, reducing the risk of bacterial growth and spoilage.

  • Correct!

    Always let your food chill out first! Cool it down before popping it in the fridge—following the 2-2-2 rule: within 2 hours, refrigerate or freeze, eat within 2 days, and if frozen, enjoy within 2 months for best quality

  • Almost! The correct answer is False

    Always let your food chill out first! Putting hot food directly in the fridge can raise the internal temperature of the fridge. It could push other items into the "danger zone" where bacteria love to grow (between 5°C and 60°C). If you have a large amount of food, such as rice or a casserole, spread it out in a flat tray and it will cool quicker. When it has stopped steaming, you can put it into a sealed or covered container and into the fridge.

  • Correct!

    Gifting, freezing or planning meals around leftovers will ensure nothing goes to waste, and you get to enjoy your festive feast all over again!

  • Not quite! The correct answer is "All of the above".

    To make sure your festive leftovers don’t end up in the bin, share them with neighbours, freeze them in handy portions, or plan meals around what’s left. It’s all about smart and tasty choices!

  • Correct! You’re a Freezer Burn Fighter!
    Make sure to use airtight containers or wrap food tightly to lock in freshness and prevent those icy crystals from forming.

  • So close! The correct answer is "Wrap".


    Wrapping your leftovers properly before storing them is key to keeping them safe from freezer burn. Make sure to use airtight containers or wrap food tightly to lock in freshness and prevent those icy crystals from forming.

  • Correct! You’re a Defrosting Dynamo!
    Defrosting in the fridge overnight keeps your food at a safe temperature while thawing, reducing the risk of bacteria growth. Slow and steady wins the race!

  • Oops! The correct answer is "In the fridge overnight".


    Leaving food on the counter can promote bacteria growth, and while the microwave is quicker, defrosting in the fridge is the safest and most effective option. This method thaws food evenly, reducing bacterial risks, and better preserves the texture and flavour compared to faster methods like hot water or microwave thawing.

  • Correct!

    You can freeze more than you might think! Check out our Freeze poster/guide for more surprising tips and tricks to make the most of your freezer

  • Opps! The correct answer is True!

    You can freeze more than you might think! Check out our Freeze poster/guide for more surprising tips and tricks to make the most of your freezer.

  • Correct! You’re a Food Waste Warrior!


    Creating an "Eat Me First" shelf in your fridge or pantry helps you keep track of items that need to be used up soon, reducing food waste and saving money. It’s an easy way to make sure nothing gets forgotten! Order FREE reusable stickers on the Love Food Hate Waste NZ website.

  • Oops! The correct answer is "An Eat Me First Shelf".


    An "Eat Me First" shelf is a great tool for organising your fridge or pantry. It helps you prioritize food that needs to be eaten soon, cutting down on waste and helping you get the most out of your groceries. Order FREE reusable stickers on the Love Food Hate Waste NZ website

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