Foie gras deserves every consideration. Follow these simple rules to preserve that trademark finesse.

	Presentation	Storage *
Raw foie gras	- vacuum packed - unpackaged	7 days (0 to 4 °C), wrapped in a tea towel
Semi-preserved or semi-cooked foie gras	- in sealed cans , jars and containers - bread, shrink-wrapped, vacuum packed (raw or semi-cooked) - in pastry, brioche, or terrine, shrink-wrapped or vacuum packed	- 6 months (2 to 4 °C) - 21 days (2 to 4 °C) - 15 days (2 to 4°C)
Preserved foie gras	- In jars or cans	Several years (10 to 15 °C)

* NB: The shelf-life is indicated by the producer. For instance, 6 months is a standard period but this may be longer or shorter depending on the type of heat processing. The producer's indications should therefore be taken fully into account.