Contoured groove on handle perfect for serving and preparing and ease of use
Solid red beach wood
Natural mineral oil finish
Editorial Review:
A popular host of Food-TV cooking shows (Molto Mario and Ciao America), Chef Mario Batali frequently appears on many news programs demonstrating his superb culinary expertise. As owner of 8 restaurants, including award winning Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca in New York, he is also an accomplished author of several cookbooks. Mario has joined forces with Copco, a leading manufacturer of kitchenware products, to create The Italian Kitchen, a unique line of cookware, kitchen tools and serveware. Each item includes new features that modernize traditional cooking tools and are sure to be a help to anyone in the kitchen, from novices to the most seasoned cooks.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0
Not all it's cracked up to be!:
I had high hopes for this spoon, as it was a favorite of America's Test Kitchen. The first time I used it, it developed a fine crack that became a gaping wound within a few more uses. I never soaked the spoon or left it in the pot. Needless to say, I had to throw it away. What a complete waste of money!
A nice spoon:
A wooden spoon of quality should not be a hard thing to find, but I've had a hard time finding one! So far this is the best one I've found. It discolored quickly to the expected gray color, not a concern. I do not like that the spoon itself is branded - it has Mario Batali stamped into the back side of the handle / neck. It is a reasonable size and shape. It is sturdy and can clearly handle anything I might want to stir.
Great shape, rough feel:
I enjoy using this but dislike the rough feel after the first wash. This would be better in bamboo.
cracked almost immediately:
Got this here because I wanted a quality wooden spoon. I bought some super cheap ones at a local store that all splintered almost immediately. Figured this one would hold up, unfortunately it did not. After using it maybe 3 times it developed a crack in the spoon. I did not leave it soaking in anything or wash it in a dishwasher (I don't own one!) The wood is really thin right at the center of the spoon which is why I'm guessing it cracked? Anyhow obviously the name "Mario Batali" doesn't mean anything... more info