Although we seem to think and talk about food almost constantly,
do we really know how best to preserve it or do we leave this
responsibility to technology? Design Academy Eindhoven graduate
Jihyun Ryou feels we no longer understand how to treat food. Her
Save Food from the Fridge project involves placing certain foods
on a group of "knowledge shelves" outside the fridge. Perhaps
through a better relationship with our food we may be able to
waste less and conserve more energy. The ethylene gas produced
by apples keeps potatoes from sprouting. And by removing the
apples from other produce, the other fruits and vegetables do
not over-ripen quickly. Storing root vegetables vertically keeps
them fresher longer. The glass funnel is used to keep the sand
moist. The umpteen tiny holes on the surface of an eggshell
allows odors from other foods to be absorbed, so keeping them
out of the fridge will ensure their tastiness. The glass cup of
water is used to test freshness: a fresh egg will sink and
remain horizontal. F