Three Things We Like, Round Three

An essential spatula, easy groceries, and a magical whisk.

Published May 9, 2025

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1. Tovolo Flex-Core All Silicone Spatula

Sometimes it’s the little kitchen tools that make the most difference in everyday cooking. Spatulas, for example. Like most of you, I have a lot of them, but the one I reach for (and am irritated if it’s in the dishwasher when I want to use it) is this Tovolo. The flexible, curved edge makes it super-easy to scrape bowls clean; it won’t damage nonstick surfaces; and it just feels good in your hand, substantial and balanced. – Doc

2. Thrive Market

My family’s been using ​Thrive Market ​for almost ten years now, and the savings are fantastic. We especially love it for whole coffee beans ($18 for a pound and a half—regeneratively grown and organic), all kinds of nuts (cashews are my fav, but you’ll save on whatever kind you like), and for Bob’s Red Mill and Fishwife stuff. When you use our link, you’ll get a free gift and 30% off your first order. (Pictured here is this storage caddy, which I just think is cute.) – Kate

3. Zulay Kitchen Dough Whisk

I am usually not a fan of single-use gadgets, but my Bittman Bread journey, complemented by the endless (white flour) reels I watch, inspired me to splurge—well, not even—and get myself a Danish dough whisk. This simple tool magically incorporates your starter and water, then the flour, with minimum effort and maximum mix—and no sticky fingers. This is the one I got: a whopping $9.99, and a blessing to my MS- afflicted hands! – Denise


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