Collection: Food Storage

What are you storing — leftovers, pantry or meal prep?

The storage job points to the right containers. Leftovers and fridge storage suit a set of stackable food containers — storage containers in varied sizes in varied sizes with good seals to keep food fresh. Pantry staples like flour, pasta, rice and cereal want airtight containers and pantry canisters that keep out moisture and pests and look tidy on a shelf. Meal prep suits divided meal prep containers or same-size ones you can batch, stack and grab. And freezer storage needs containers rated for the freezer that won't crack. Work out if you're storing leftovers, organising the pantry, or prepping meals, and the container type follows.

What makes food storage actually keep food fresh?

The seal is everything. An airtight seal — usually a silicone gasket and a locking or clip lid — keeps air out, which is what keeps food fresh, stops pantry staples going stale, and prevents leaks in a bag. A loose-fitting lid lets air in and food dries out or spoils faster. For the pantry, airtight canisters also keep out moisture and pantry moths. Check the lid seals properly and clips or screws down firmly. Stackable shapes save space and clear containers let you see what's inside. The tighter the seal, the fresher the food stays.

Glass or plastic containers?

Each has clear pros. Glass containers don't stain or hold smells, go from freezer to oven to table, and are easy to clean, though they're heavier and can break. Plastic containers are light, cheap and won't shatter, well suited to kids, lunchboxes and the freezer, but they can stain from tomato-based food and hold odours over time. For reheating and long-term use, glass is the durable, stain-free choice; for lunchboxes, kids and lightweight everyday use, plastic is practical. Many kitchens use glass for leftovers and reheating, and plastic for lunches and the freezer.

Common questions

What food storage do I need?
Stackable sealed containers for leftovers, airtight canisters for pantry staples, and freezer-rated containers for the freezer. Match the type to leftovers, pantry or meal prep.

What keeps food freshest in storage?
An airtight seal — a silicone gasket with a locking or clip lid — keeps air out, which keeps food fresh and prevents leaks. A loose lid lets food dry out and spoil faster.

Glass or plastic containers — which is better?
Glass doesn't stain or hold smells and goes freezer to oven, but is heavier. Plastic is light, cheap and won't shatter, well suited to lunches and kids but can stain and hold odours.

Are airtight canisters worth it for the pantry?
Yes. They keep flour, pasta and cereal fresh, keep out moisture and pantry moths, and look tidy on the shelf. The airtight seal is what keeps staples from going stale.

Can I buy food storage in instalments?
Yes. Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 all split it into four fortnightly payments. A $39 storage set is around 4 × $9.75.

Fill the kitchen

Food storage pairs with the cooking gear. Add cookware for cooking, knives for prep, and utensils for serving.

A $39 food storage set splits into four fortnightly payments of $9.75 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 work the same way. Everything ships from our Australian warehouse within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to change your mind. We're family-run and Australian, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.