These are the tools that won't make many lists of kitchen essentials but are nevertheless beloved for one reason or another in our own kitchens. Take a peek at some of The Kitchn staff's favorite unexpected or offbeat kitchen tools!
• Anjali: Paper Fan
• Dana: Nigella Lawson's Ladles
• Elizabeth: West Elm Mini Juicer
• Emily: Vintage Drying Rack
• Emma: Ove Gloves
• Faith: Chinese Chopping Block
• Regina: 60-Minute Timer
• Sarah Rae: Metal Skewers
• Stephanie: Soft Boiled Egg Top Cutter
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I received one of those egg toppers from Stephanie's post a few years ago for Christmas. I LOVE it. It works so much better than those scissor type toppers. Perfect results every time and it's also so attractive.