W ashing dishes can feel like a never-ending chore. The second you finally clear out your sink, you're bound to end up with additional pots, pans, plates, and cups from your next meal just a few ...

You don't need a full sink to soak dishes effectively. The best way to do this is to lather all your dishes at once. Then, plug the sink and run some hot water over all of them.

Clean Dishes in a Dirty Sink. Washing dishes in a dirty sink can create more work and leave clean dishes subject to cross-contamination and bacteria, says Cohoon. "It’s best to wash dishes in a ...

The dishes need air to circulate around them, so they can’t be stacked too high. If you dry a few bigger pieces as you go, you’ll have more room to leave the rest to dry.

From taking the long way home to hand-washing dishes, these simple habits allow us to be more present — even if only for a few minutes. It’s 7 p.m. in my Rittenhouse apartment.