We're sorry this happened, Knells. We wouldn't expect Dawn to impart the of the product taste into food. However, it is possible if the soap isn't thoroughly rinsed off or if the dishes have become porous. If certain items always pick up a flavor, they're probably worn to the point of being porous and should be washed by hand. It might help to know that cast iron and plastic items can absorb flavors. Do not soak porous items; wash immediately and rinse thoroughly. Please rest assured that we value your feedback greatly and have already relayed it to our Research and Development team. Your input is vital in helping us improve our products and ensure we deliver the best possible experience to our customers. We hope you'll try our Dawn E-Z Squeeze Free & Clear Fragrance-Free, which has all of Dawn's cleaning power and no added scent. We'd love to hear more about your experience so we can make a complete report to our team and help you further. Please hang on to the product and call us at (800) 725-3296 Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM EST.

We understand that preferences vary from person to person, so we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We do offer a variety of scent options, including a new unscented Dawn Ultra Free & Clear, so please give us a call at (800) 725-3296 so we can help you find your new favorite hand dishwashing soap!