Is there a holiday more dedicated to food than Thanksgiving? Probably not. It’s a holiday that allows us to discuss what we are thankful for, such as the delicious meal in front of us, as well as the wonderful company we are surrounded by.
But, one thing we’re never thankful for are dishes – Thanksgiving tends to end with piles of them in the sink, making it especially hard to nap off your food coma. Not to mention, Thanksgiving isn’t the sort of holiday where you pull out the paper plates and plastic forks, either. This is an event where paper towels should be exchanged for cloth napkins and your best (and probably dusty) china makes an appearance. So, no, you won’t be avoiding dishes, but there is a way to make your dish pile less intimidating.
Don’t wait till the last minute to wash your dishes - Let a Thermador Dishwasher take the reins on this one. Follow these tips to keep your sink empty, your dishes clean, and your stress level down this Thanksgiving.
1. Keep Up with the Dishes
Because you’ll be utilizing a lot of pots and pans for your Thanksgiving dinner, the best way to tackle your dishes is while you’re cooking. As soon as you finish making something, place the pan and the utensils you just used in the dishwasher
If you’re too busy cooking and don’t feel like that’s a viable option, assign someone else this task. Having two people on kitchen duty is perfect because it’s not too many people crowded together and you’ll always have someone to keep you company.
Your dish loader will be working quickly, though. With the help of Thermador’s Star Speed feature, your dishes will be thoroughly washed in only 20 minutes giving you extra time to spend with the family.
2. Unload Your Dishwasher
If you follow step one, you’ll likely have to load your dishwasher more than a couple times. And what goes in, must come out. Luckily, with a Thermador dishwasher, the amount of loads you do will be cut in half! From a third rack on top, to having the extra space for 18 large wine glasses, you’ll find that you won’t be struggling to fit all your dishes and silverware together like a complicated puzzle.
Strategy is key to keeping a clean kitchen on Thanksgiving, so before you sit down to eat, remember to unload the dishwasher. This way it’ll be empty and ready for those dirty dishes and you won’t have to leave them in the sink to stink up the kitchen.
3. Don’t Wash the China
No need to wash your china by hand! A Thermador dishwasher has just the right amount of power, while still being gentle on your fragile dishware. Crystal Protection and Hand Wash are two different features on Thermador dishwashers that both have similar results to each other. Use the Hand Wash feature if your dishes need a soft touch, and use Crystal Protection feature if your dishes are made of crystal or other delicate material and also needs special care.
This Thanksgiving should be all about the things you are thankful for: the family and friends you have, the food on your table, and the appliances that make your life easier. Get yourself a Thermador dishwasher before the upcoming turkey day so you’re prepared to take on the hurricane of dishes like a pro this Thanksgiving!