If you haven’t frozen any Thanksgiving leftovers, then you’ll have to wait to chow down until next year. Federal health officials say the Monday after Thanksgiving is the last day to safely eat refrigerated food following the holiday. So, if you have any left, it’s time to pitch it. The good news is, food that was in the freezer prior to yesterday can be safe to eat indefinitely, but quality declines over time. The USDA says frozen leftovers begin to lose moisture and flavor within two to four months.
When You Should Or Shouldn’t Travel For Christmas: If you’re planning to travel for Christmas, there are some dates you need to know. Travel experts have mapped out the dates you need to be aware of. Here they are:
- If you haven’t booked flights yet, choosing to leave the Monday before the holidays can save 20-30% on average
- The most popular air travel days for Christmas departures will be Dec. 17, 22, 23, and 16 (in that order)
- Plan to fly before December 22, since that day and the 23rd will be utter chaos
- For road travel, the best time to avoid congestion on the roads is on Christmas Day, Dec. 25
- As for the worst times will be between noon to 6 p.m. on Dec. 23, and 2-6 p.m. on Dec. 24
- The best times to hit the road are after 7 p.m. on Dec. 23 or before 1 p.m. on Dec. 24
- As for train travel, If trends remain the same as last year, the busiest days for train stations around Christmas will be from Dec. 17 to Dec. 19
Source: Elite Daily