As someone who loves making at-home meals, I can honestly say my kitchen would be a disaster if I didn’t wash up while cooking. Remember, clutter equals less space, so getting things out the way is essential—especially the pots and pans in the sink. The challenge? Finding a place to store wet dishes without taking up too much countertop space post-washing. To buy: $46 (was $70); amazon.com. The drying rack has a stainless steel build that looks super chic next to my other silver kitchen fixtures. It also proved the test of time, holding up and appearing dashingly new even after seven months of daily use. Unlike other options, this one is rust-resistant and doesn’t warp, even though it’s semi-near my stove. Tight kitchen, remember? Although it’s compact, I guarantee it holds a lot. The dish drying rack has three distinct compartments: a large flat section for bowls, a smaller flat section for cups, and a raised wired area to store plates. What’s nice is if I run out of room, I can easily move my glassware on the cup tines located at the side to dry off. As for my utensils and meal prep cutlery—those go in the flatware caddy. It has three sections, allowing me to seperate my spoons, forks, and knives (and other cooking utensils) into their respective homes. The KitchenAid dish drainer comes with an angled drainboard with little divots to prevent water from pooling, guiding it right into the sink. I used this feature in the beginning, but it protruded a little too much for the small area I had. Instead, I opted for a roll-up drying rack like this one that saved me space by creating an over-the-sink situation. Works like a charm. If you’re still struggling to find space for wet dishes or have a drying rack that’s large beyond measure, now’s the time to get this compact dish drying rack from KitchenAid. And if you need another reason to buy, remember: It’s on sale!
