Food storage expert advises against refrigerating potatoes, recommends cool, dark storage.

A food storage expert advises against refrigerating potatoes, as this can convert their starches to sugars, affecting taste. Instead, store them in a cool, dark place, ideally in a bowl covered with a tea towel. Keep potatoes away from other produce, especially onions and garlic, which should also be stored in a cool, dry area. Additional tips include wrapping cucumbers in foil and using damp paper towels for herb storage in the fridge to minimize waste.