It is better to store bagels in a sealed plastic bag at room temperature. Storing them in a refrigerator is not recommended, as bagels will quickly dry out and become stale - for longer-term storage, freeze instead. To freeze, wrap tightly with aluminium foil or plastic freezer bag.
the refrigerator
in the refrigerator
on the counter
Put out cream cheese, peanut butter and jelly for the bagels.
One on the counter
A refrigerator, a counter, and two bananas (preferably from the same cluster).
Blueberries rot faster on the counter.
To keep people coming for more bagels
Grate it put in a jar& cover with sherry or vodka, freeze it, or if using within a week leave on counter or unwrapped in refrigerator.
You can mash down red cabbage in a large mason jar. Then put on the counter or in the back of the refrigerator and it will begin to ferment and spoil.
the best place to put a loaf of bread used every other day is on the counter if in a sealed container
Strawberries will ripen on the counter, but storing them in the refrigerator can slow down the ripening process and help them last longer.