Cookstuff

This ultra-sharp cutter zips right through even the chewiest pizza crust -- and it cuts through a fruit tart or focaccia as if they were butter. The easy-to-grip handle, comfortable for both right- and left-handed users, can be twisted open and the stainless steel blade removed for easy cleaning. Or just drop the whole thing in the dishwasher.

Zyliss Pizza Cutter, about $10. At Cookin’ Stuff, Torrance; select Crate & Barrel stores; select Bristol Farms stores; and at Target.com.

-- Donna Deane