Aside from being very fun to say, the spurtle is a very interesting kitchen utensil. Something between a spatula and a mixing spoon, its flat, handle-like shape creates less resistance and surface area, which allows you to stir vigorously without aerating delicate mixtures or clumping thick foods like oatmeal, stews, and batters. This bestseller is 9.5 inches of chiseled cherry, thin enough to slide under a crepe and stiff enough to fold eggs or cookie dough. It's beautifully made in the Polder family's Duffield, Virginia workshop. This is certain to be a new favorite in your kitchen.