Remember when you reached for some ice to cool down a drink—only to find it smelled funky and maybe even tasted like the leftover lasagna in your fridge? Gross. Consumer Reports explains how to tackle ...

Q: My chest-type freezer was left semi-open for several days in our garage. We disposed of the food, but how do we remove the odor? A: If food has spoiled in a refrigerator or freezer and odors from ...

Ice is highly porous and absorbs nearby odors, so stash cubes in resealable bags and keep any uncovered or strongly scented foods out of the freezer to prevent off-flavors in cocktails. Replace stored ...