Storage & Handling
Preparation Tips
To select:
Select only those that are firmly attached to their stems and are a full blue colour.
To store:
Once at home, leave the grapes in their container and store in the refrigerator. Use the grapes within 7 to 10 days. Just before serving, wash them gently in a colander.
To freeze:
Freezing grapes is simple. Wash, dry and de-stem grapes. Pack in airtight containers and freeze. No sugar is required because the natural high sugar and acid level in Ontario Coronation Table
Grapes act as a natural preservative. Eat as a snack right from the freezer. Frozen grapes can replace fresh grapes in every recipe as they retain their intense colour and flavour and hold their shape when thawed. When using frozen grapes for preserves, thaw in refrigerator just until crushable.