Good Eggs: 15 Cracking Ways To Store Your Eggs

Easter is around the corner, which means one thing: that our egg intake begins to skyrocket. It is, then, imperative that these most delicate of foodstuffs are stored in an orderly manner so as not to crack and to look good into the bargain. Whether you plump for a traditional country kitchen style ceramic hen nest, a wooden cabinet or rack or a practical yet stylish wire holder, these are the ones to get your eggs in order in readiness for marathons of scrambled, poached of fried on toast – or simply for blowing and painting.

How to tell if an egg is still fresh

Fill a bowl with cold water and gently lower the egg into the bowl. The magic is in how it settles. If the egg sinks to the bottom and lies on its side, it should be fresh and good to eat. If an egg stays at the bottom but stands up on one end, it's still fine to eat but just not quite as fresh. If it floats all the way to the top, the egg is probably past its best and is good for the dustbin or compost heap.