Keep your berries fresh and edible as long as possible.

Berries are delicate little things, and they need special care to perform at their best. Excess moisture will accelerate their demise. Berries love a cool, dry environment to stay fresh. That translates to storing them in the refrigerator in an uncovered bowl after removing any moisture around them. A berry bowl is the ideal vehicle for all that TLC.

What is a berry bowl?

It is a decorative bowl with lots of drainage holes that provide berries the optimal atmosphere. Berries need air flow and circulation to prevent spoilage and rot. They are at their happiest when stored in a berry bowl, in the refrigerator, with a paper towel to absorb moisture as a cushion. Do not wash the berries until just before eating them. Washing will add unwanted moisture.

Berry bowls are typically small and deep to prevent berries from sliding out, and they come in various materials like glass, plastic, ceramic, stainless steel, and bamboo. Berry bowls can also be used for cherry tomatoes, grapes, heads of garlic and pretty much any fruit. Below are some we like.

This is a classic berry bowl from Hudson Grace. It is made in Italy with a smooth white glaze. You can rinse before eating, drain, and allow to dry berries all in this bowl. It fits easily into the refrigerator without taking up too much space. It can be pared with this matching salad plate to catch any drips. It is 9” diameter x 2.5” high. It is dishwasher safe. $38.00

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This is a lovely Robin’s Egg Blue ceramic berry bowl. It is made from domestically sourced Speckled Brown Cone 6 stoneware. It is lead-free. The holes are in the shape of flowers. It is 2.75” H x 8” D. It is microwavable and dishwasher safe. $82.00.

These berry bowls are from Annapolis Pottery. They are made from high quality ceramic to preserve the freshness and flavor of your berries. The ceramic material will prevent moisture buildup with its ventilation. The bowls measure 3.75” x 7.75” and come with a matching plate for underneath the bowl. Choose your glaze from five color options. $54.95.

Etsy offers a large selection of ceramic berry bowls. These are dishwasher safe and come with a detachable plate, which is useful to catch any drips. The bowls measure 7.5” x 3”. They are handmade and there are 8 choices for a primary color. $62.00.

This berry bowl is a little taller and thinner than others featured here. It is 6” x 4” and has a matching plate underneath. It holds three or more cups of berries. It has holes on the sides and on the bottom. Each piece is made to order by this potter. They are made from a mixture of porcelain and stoneware. There are 21 colors to choose from. $45.00.

This is the Farmhouse Pottery Windrow Berry Bowl. It was the first piece in their collection. It holds more than a pint of berries. It is made from American-mined clay and glaze. It measures 7.25” x 3.25”. It is oven, microwave, and dishwasher safe. $125.00.

This is a pair of smaller ceramic berry bowls which would look great on the kitchen counter, each with a different berry or fruit. They are 5.8” in diameter and 2.25” high. They are stackable for storage. The bowls are made from sturdy ceramic and are dishwasher safe. $18.99 for a pair.