Tovolo Seal 'N Store Storage-Pesto-Oyster_Charcoal

Have you ever used half of something: half a lemon, half an onion, etc. and then tried to store the other half, only to have it turn slimy and disgusting in no time at all? Well, I have… and it’s no fun! I’ve tried all sorts of ways of storing the other half: from using plastic wrap, to plastic bags, to storage containers, only to be disappointed in the results.

The issue is air. On one hand, air is the enemy that makes the ‘cut end’ go bad faster, but on the other hand, it’s an important ally: if you don’t let air “breathe” into your container, then excess moisture will accumulate and speed up rot. This is especially true in a firmly sealed container, where fruits and vegetables rot faster. So how do you protect the cut end from oxidation (too much air) while allowing the outside to breathe and dissipate excess moisture (get more air)? We found a Cool Tool that helps solve this dichotomy!