OTOTO Design
Nessie Ladle & Spoon Rest
Best whimsical kitchen tool for home cooks who love playful design.
Bring a touch of mythical fun to your kitchen with the Nessie Ladle & Spoon Rest. Shaped like the iconic Loch Ness Monster, this unique utensil stands upright in pots, preventing messy spills and keeping your countertops clean. Crafted from durable, high heat-resistant silicone and plastic, it's perfect for scooping and serving soups, stews, and gravies. Its jumbo size ensures effective scooping, and it's dishwasher safe for effortless cleanup. Nessie is more than just a ladle; it's a delightful, practical companion for everyday cooking and a guaranteed conversation starter.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
285
/ 527
#285 in Ladles
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Design Shape
Novelty
/ Novelty
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking a playful, conversation-starting kitchen accessory
- Busy chefs wanting to keep countertops clean and mess-free
- Safety-conscious families requiring food-grade, dishwasher-safe kitchen tools
Who should skip it
- Cooks preparing large batches needing high-capacity serving tools
- Users prioritizing ergonomic comfort and leverage for heavy lifting
- People with uneven surfaces who require absolute stability
Performance breakdown
Countertop Cleanliness
The upright design effectively prevents messy drips on your kitchen surfaces.
Thermal Resilience
High heat-resistant silicone handles boiling liquids without warping or degrading.
Scooping Efficiency
The jumbo bowl size is great for hearty stews and soups.
Design Appeal
A whimsical aesthetic that serves as a functional kitchen conversation starter.
Maintenance Ease
Dishwasher-safe construction makes cleanup quick and completely effortless.
Ergonomic Stability
Stands reliably in most pots, though balance depends on pot depth.
Key Specs
Design Shape
Novelty
Length
3.7 inches
Material
Silicone and Plastic
Dishwasher Safe
Yes
Utensil Capacity
Single Utensil, Ladle Rest
Max Temperature
464°F (240°C)
Placement Type
Pot Clip
Drip Catching Feature
Yes
Features
- Stands upright to prevent spills
- High heat resistance for safe cooking
- Unique Loch Ness monster design
- Versatile for serving soups and stews
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Adds a playful aesthetic to utensils
- BPA-free and food-safe
- Jumbo size for effective scooping
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly love the Nessie Ladle & Spoon Rest for its charming, whimsical design, frequently calling it adorable and a fun kitchen conversation starter. This playful aesthetic is perfectly balanced with practical utility. Users confirm it effectively keeps countertops clean by holding various cooking utensils securely. The silicone material earns praise for being easy to clean and durable for its intended purpose. While a few users note minor stability concerns with very large utensils, the product is highly cherished for successfully merging imaginative design with reliable, everyday kitchen function, making it a recommended accessory.
Know before you buy
Yes, the ladle is designed with four small feet at the base that allow it to stand upright inside your pot or on your countertop, which helps prevent messy spills.
It is safe for cooking as long as the temperature does not exceed 464°F (240°C). It is crafted from heat-resistant silicone and plastic, making it suitable for most standard stovetop cooking tasks.
Yes, the ladle is dishwasher safe, making cleanup quick and easy after you finish serving.
Absolutely. The Nessie ladle is 100% food-safe and BPA-free, ensuring it is safe to use with all your favorite soups, stews, and gravies.
No, this product is not microwave or oven safe. It is intended for stovetop serving and preparation only.
The ladle has a capacity of 2.7 ounces, which is a standard size for serving individual portions of soup or stew.
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