A true icon of modern design, residing in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, the Alessi Juicy Salif Juicer is a Philippe Starck design that famously originated in a sketch made on a napkin during a holiday on Italy's Amalfi coast. 2modern.com
Mini whisks are the bomb. Eight inches of convenience. Ideal for beating eggs, emulsifying dressings, deglazing pans and smoothing batters. Comfy grip, silicone-coated wires last longer. Williams-Sonoma.com
This scissor-shaped herb cutter is the perfect tool for snipping and mincing herbs, scallions and other delicate foods. Five-blade design cuts quickly and evenly. They will change the way you look at your Green Goddess salad dressing recipe or any other that requires copious amounts of minced herbs. CrateAndBarrel.com
I'm obsessed with my Baggu bags. They squish down when not in use and expand to haul a week's worth of farmers' market finds. And, bonus, SO CUTE. The bags carry 2-3 plastic grocery bags worth of stuff comfortably (up to 50 pounds) in hand or over your shoulder. Baggu.com
How's your carbon footprint? Fabric cocktail napkins are a must. Royal Jelly Harlem has produced this set of six reusable cocktail napkins that celebrate African tribal patterns and motifs. They’re made in New York City from a thinner version of the placemat fabric: wax-print cotton produced in West and South Africa, Store.Moma.org
Ramen Spoon & Fork. Because ramen isn't just for frat boys. Designer Masami Takahashi originally created this specialized utensil for use at Sugakiya, a popular ramen noodle restaurant chain in Japan. High Museum Shop MuseumShop.High.org