The RÖSLE Ice Cream Scoop has a sharp rim that easily cuts through hard ice cream to carve out perfect orbs for cones or to top a pie ($20 to $27). If a stainless steel scoop could look graceful, this one does, as the German company is known for its high-quality and elegant-looking kitchen utensils. The 4-inch handle comes with a ring so it’s easy to store and always at hand. If you’re bending spoons or straining your hand dishing out frozen desserts from the carton, this scoop is a sensible investment. Available at Didriks, 190 Concord Ave., Cambridge, 617-354-5700, and 2284 Washington St., Newton Lower Falls, 617-467-4847; The Cook Shop, 1091 Main St., Brewster, 508-896-7698; Williams-Sonoma and Sur La Table store locations; or go to www.rosleusa.com. ANN TRIEGER KURLAND

Ann Trieger Kurland can be reached at atrieger@comcast.net.