Your Summer Dishwashing Routine Made Simple

When summer comes to mind, it evokes memories of cherished moments spent with family, nestled within the comforting embrace of our grandparents’ home, far removed from the hustle and bustle of city life. Days filled with leisurely reading, frolicking under the warm sun, reconnecting with long-lost cousins, and lending a hand to our parents in the kitchen—cooking together, tackling the dishes, and sharing stories of our lives. Evenings reserved for relaxation, indulging in a couple of hours of television accompanied by refreshing glasses of chilled aamras as a reward for all our hard work in the kitchen. Finally, drifting off to sleep in our grandmother’s lap, feeling the gentle stroke of her hand through our hair— pure joy and unfiltered blissful summer.

But then we grew up. Yes, that’s what happens. Work takes up most of our time and we barely get time for ourselves. Summers are essentially spent in front of our laptop screens, getting tasks done, and little to no time is spent in the kitchen. The dirty dishes in our kitchen pile up and only get cleaned when time allows. As the temperature rises, we must consider the fact that the food particles on the dirty dishes dry up quicker, making it more difficult to clean them later.

Sweta Tanwar adds, “As a child during summers, one of my favorite activities was having fun while doing dishes with my mom. Now, I rely on ITC Nimeasy Dishwash Gel to not only help me with the chores but also to infuse those moments with ease and joy, just like those carefree days of my childhood. Powered by Neem and advanced Enzyme Technology*, it swiftly removes even the toughest stains with its Lift Off Action^.”

While dishwashing used to be a way to bond in the past, how do we combat current concerns that come with it? Fear not, we are here with a few steps to make your life slightly easier!

1. Use fewer utensilsCombine cooking and serving in a single vessel. Utilize items like a casserole dish that transition seamlessly from stove to table (remember to use a potholder to shield the table from heat). In addition to this, reuse the same pan. For example, if cooking rice followed by beans, avoid extra dishwashing by simply wiping down the same pan. To fully embrace this practice, incorporate multiple one-pot meals into your summer meal rotation.
2. Use a solution that guarantees easy scrape-offAfter using all your utensils, let it soak in lukewarm water. This softens and loosens any stuck-on food bits, ensuring easy scrape-off and less effort later. Use a good sponge that gets the work done and a dishwashing liquid that is gentle, yet effective. The ITC Nimeasy dishwashing liquid simplifies the removal of grease and oil with its Lift Off Action. For regular utensils such as plates and glasses, just add a teaspoon of dish gel to a bowl of water for sparkling clean results. It effectively eliminates tough food odors, including garlic, onion, egg, chicken, and fish, among others.Compatible with a variety of cookware, including aluminum, stainless steel, Teflon-coated non-stick, ceramic, silver, and crockery, it does not scratch or damage utensils. Unlike bar soap, it leaves no residue behind.
3. Let the utensils dry on their ownThanks to the dryness that summer brings, the utensils can be left to dry, and one does not need to towel dry them. If you find yourself without a drying rack for your dishes, don’t fret—there’s a simple solution at hand. A clean rack can serve as a makeshift drying rack in a pinch. Simply position it securely over your sink, creating a stable platform for your freshly washed dishes to air dry. This improvisation not only saves space but also ensures that excess water drips directly into the sink, minimizing cleanup. Plus, the elevated position allows for better airflow, promoting quicker drying time. It’s a practical and resourceful alternative for those moments when a traditional drying rack isn’t available.