Fridge or not? What’s the best way to store bread?

An article discusses the optimal methods for storing bread to prevent it from going stale, emphasizing that refrigeration should be avoided. Sophia Handschuh, co-founder of Sourdough Sophia in London, explains that bread goes stale because the starch in the flour, which expands and absorbs water during baking, begins to dry up when exposed to air after being removed from the oven. To combat this, Handschuh recommends storing bread at room temperature in a greaseproof paper bag, which is often the bag it comes in from the bakery. While beeswax wraps can be used, she notes they are an expensive option and unnecessary for basic bread storage. The piece aims to provide practical advice for consumers struggling with bread freshness.