Plates and cups
Yes, you read that right! When it comes to getting some of the unused plates and cups from the cupboard because you have more guests over, paper towels are not the path you should be going down.
It is not eco-friendly since you will probably need a lot of paper towels to wipe down all the dust from all the items, but it is also potentially harmful to your health.
Just wiping down dust can end up not being extremely effective when it comes to cleaning your plates and other unused cutlery and tableware, leaving particles on the surface that you will end up eating with your meal, but you are also just spreading the dust around.
Sure, some of it will remain on the paper towel, but most of it will end up in the air.
A great way to avoid all of this is to use a damp kitchen towel to freshen up those mugs and plates, or even to just rinse them with water and leave them out to air dry before you use them!
2 Responses
This is a big help for me.
As I’ve used paper towels for all types cleaning & spills.
I understand the need for an apron to protect your clothes when cooking or doing other food prep, but as a 40 plus year professional in the baking industry I feel well schooled in food prep and sanitation. What you suggest for wiping the hands repeatedly on an apron or towel is a prime example of cross contamination! We always had paper towels for drying our hands after washing, gloves for food prep, extra aprons for changing if ours got soiled. Please support the basics of sanitation.