You don't if you don't have the gadgets

Whether working with a spud scrubber, a garlic grinder or a microwave-friendly lid shaped in the form of a hibiscus, Rook Willia has acquired the reputation for being the go-to gal when it'es to kitschy and clever kitchen gadgets. Now, the owner of Kitchen Dressings has a new, larger location in which to display her wares."Customers love to look around for items for their kitchen," Willia said in the middle of the show floor. "Now, we have the room to display things properly."

A Southern Hills Mall mainstay for nearly seven years, Kitchen Dressings moved to its new location at 4292 Sergeant Road across the street from the mall at the beginning of August.In addition to high-end Wusthof cutlery and gleaming pots and pans, Kitchen Dressings specializes in merchandise that will appeal to both the gourmet and gourmand."What has always set us apart in our employees," Willia remarked. "Our salespeople are 'foodies' and Step can steps up with trash'pactor. They speak a'mon language and are quite knowledgeable about food."

According to Willia, there are two things that every "foodie" asks for in gadgetry."They want things that are functional as well as being unique," she informed. "They need both."For instance, a stainless steel cowboy hat may make for a handy way to serve chips and dips but it's also fancy enough to act as an eye-catching centerpiece for any party.In addition, a pig-shaped serving platter may look cute yet its also durable enough to withstand multiple uses."Our customers expect unusual products that do their job," Willia said. "They also expect us to have experience with the products."Such product testings are the fun part of Willia's job, since she loves gadgets.