Dillon is an Update Writer at Food & Wine, where he spends most of his time ensuring product recommendations are fresh and relevant. He's performed testing on kitchenware like bundt pans and cookware ...

It is generally considered OK to store food in plastic containers labeled with a 1, 2, 4 or 5, though containers labeled 1 ...

While it’s generally OK to store food in plastic containers labeled with a 1, 2, 4, or 5, you should try to use glass. Plastic marked with a 3, 6, and 7 should be used minimally around food to limit ...

Reduce your exposure to toxic microplastics.

I used plastic food containers for most of my life — they’re affordable and accessible at most of the grocery stores I frequent. But, in recent years I’ve learned more about the potential dangers ...

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Thinking of ways to repurpose plastic containers? Why not put them to work in your garden? From creative planters to practical storage hacks, these upcycled ideas will not only help the environment ...