The Times of India

You're probably using aluminium foil wrong: 9 Everyday mistakes that affect food quality and storage

Aluminium foil sits in almost every Indian kitchen drawer, pulled out for everything from wrapping rotis and parathas to lining tandoor trays and covering leftover sabzi. It is affordable, easy to use, and endlessly adaptable, which is exactly why most of us never stop to think about whether we are actually using it the right way. But foil is not a one-size-fits-all solution, and a surprising number of everyday habits around it can quietly compromise food safety, taste, and shelf life. From reheating shortcuts to storage myths passed down through generations, here are nine common aluminium foil mistakes that could be affecting your food without you even realising it.