Nuts - If you aren’t going to consume any nuts or nut oils in the next few months, you should probably think about putting them in the fridge.
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Flour - Whole wheat and nut flours should be kept in the fridge. In fact, the wheat germ in whole wheat flour can spoil faster than other types of flour.
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Butter - Some people prefer softer butter for spreading, and so they keep it out of the fridge. But this only works if you’re finishing the butter within two weeks.
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Cured meats - While cured meats tend to be consumed fast in any household, the idea is still that they should be refrigerated to prolong freshness.
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Peanut butter - Unprocessed and organic peanut butter belongs in the fridge, otherwise the oils will separate and become rancid.
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Hardy herbs - While some herbs (like basil) can thrive at room temperature, other hardier herbs (like thyme and rosemary) should be washed, dried, and refrigerated.
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Tender herbs - Similarly, tender herbs like cilantro and parsley should be washed and refrigerated in approximately an inch (2.54 cm) of water.
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Chocolate syrup - Chocolate syrup has an impressive shelf life of up to three years if left unopened. But once opened, it’s best to move it to the fridge.
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Yeast - Active dry yeast, the kind used for baking, should be placed in an airtight jar and popped in the fridge. Alternatively, you can freeze unused yeast.
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Cream liqueur - Naturally, cream liqueurs contain dairy and are prone to spoiling, so the fridge is an ideal place for them to be.
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Grapes - Much like any fruit that doesn’t have a hardy exterior, grapes should be refrigerated quickly after being bought.
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Avocados-As any avocado fan will know, this fruit tends to ripen very quickly and can even overripen if you’re not careful. To slow down the process, just put in the fridge.