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Key Points Manuka honey does not need to be refrigerated. Room temperature storage away from direct heat and light is all it needs and is actually better for it than the refrigerator. Crystallization is normal and does not mean your honey has spoiled. It is a sign of genuine raw honey and is completely reversible without losing any beneficial properties. The MGO content in a w...

You just made a caprese salad and have half a ball of fresh mozzarella left. Does it go back in the fridge as-is, or should it stay in liquid? You bought a block of low-moisture mozzarella for pizza and are wondering if it can sit on the counter while you prep. Does mozzarella need to be refrigerated?

The short answer: Yes, always. All forms o...

You bought fresh mozzarella for a caprese salad and have half a ball left in the fridge. Or there is a block of low-moisture mozzarella that has been open for two weeks. Or a bag of shredded mozzarella you are not sure about. Does mozzarella cheese go bad?

The short answer: Yes, mozzarella goes bad, but the timeline depends en...

You just bought a wedge of parmesan and are not sure whether it goes in the fridge or back in the pantry alongside the Kraft can. Or you are at a party with parmesan on a cheese board and are wondering how long it can safely sit out. Does parmesan cheese need to be refrigerated?

The short answer: Block and pre-grated refrigera...

There is a wedge of parmesan in the fridge that has been open for six weeks and you are not sure if it is still good. Or a green can of grated parmesan sitting in the pantry for months after opening. Or a bag of pre-grated refrigerated parmesan that has been open for two weeks. Does parmesan cheese go bad?

The short answer: Ye...