I bought this cute little birdie on eBay; it was listed as a garlic press, but I'm certain that isn't what it supposed to be. Its real purpose evades me. Does anyone know what this little birdie is for?
- Ana
Good Question: What Does This Birdie Press?
Well, this sweet green bird is indeed a press - just not for garlic. It's actually a lemon press! This charming little gadget lets you squeeze your lemon into your tea with just a touch more refinement; you slip a slice into the bird's body and press down to make the juice pour out of its beak.
You can see a stainless steel model up close and in action here. It keeps your fingers clean, and it also keeps that citrus juice from getting into any cuts you might have on your hands. It's definitely a one-use sort of tool, but it's so cute I want one now too!
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I believe this little bird is made for pressing small sections of citrus. I used to have one - it was cute, but didn't really do the job.
I just saw those @ Williams Sonoma over the weekend. They call it a "lemon bird juicer" - which is a little scary! But I'm certain they don't mean for you to juice birds! On their website, they show it with the rind down - which is counterintuitive (my eye stings a little just thinking about it!). It looks like the juice is supposed to pour out his beak.
agreed. it's a citrus juicer. you lift of the back and put a little wedge of lemon, lime or orange in there. press down on the tail and juice comes out of the birds beak! we got a silver one from a garage sale for $1
It is a lemon squeezer. I have been using mine for over thirty years. My husband uses it for fish etc as he doesn't like getting his fingers sticky.