Spoon Rests 101: Why Brad Leone x JPD Rests Belong in Your Kitchen
By Jono Pandolfi Ceramics - Jono Pandolfi Designs | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: Buying Guides
A practical buying guide to ceramic spoon rests, including the Brad Leone x JPD tall and flat styles, with decision rules for height, placement, and care.
Quick answer
Choose a tall spoon rest if you want a sturdier, more contained spot for a wet spoon; choose a flat one if you prefer a lower profile or often rest wider utensils. The Brad Leone x JPD Spoon Rests give you both options in one ceramic design.
What a spoon rest actually solves on a countertop
A spoon rest is not just a pretty landing pad. It keeps sauce, oil, and batter off your counter and gives you one predictable place to set a utensil down between stirs. That matters most when you are moving quickly between stovetop and cutting board and do not want to hunt for a clean spot.
A ceramic rest also adds a little weight, so it stays put when you set a spoon down. The trade-off is that ceramic is not flexible or collapsible; it takes up a fixed footprint on the counter.
Tall versus flat: the real trade-off
The tall version is designed to hold a spoon more upright, which keeps the bowl of the spoon away from the counter and makes it easier to grab again. That is helpful for messy sauces and for cooks who dislike a spoon lying flat in its own drips.
The flat version sits lower and can be easier to slide under a utensil or tuck beside the stove. It may suit wider tools or a kitchen where vertical clearance is tight. Neither style is universally better; the right pick depends on your utensils and how much counter space you want to give up.
Placement and care before you buy
Think about where the rest will live. A spot between the stove and prep area works for most cooks, but a very tight counter may favor the flat style. Also consider cleaning: ceramic is generally easy to wipe, but a rest with more depth can take a little more attention around the edges.
If you often cook with both a spoon and a spatula, one rest may not be enough during a busy meal. Some cooks keep two, or use the rest only for the messiest tool.
Decision rules for choosing your spoon rest
- If you often cook wet, saucy dishes: Choose the tall style so the spoon bowl stays up and away from the counter between stirs. Check that the taller rest still fits under your upper cabinets or shelf.
- If counter space is tight or you use wide utensils: Choose the flat style for a lower, less obstructive footprint that is easier to slide beside the stove.
- If you want one rest for both spoons and spatulas: Pick the style that matches your most-used utensil; a flat rest may be more forgiving for wider tools, while a tall rest suits spoons. Consider buying two if you regularly cook with more than one messy utensil.
- If you are buying as a gift: The two-style option makes it easy to choose based on the recipient's cooking habits rather than guesswork.
Product facts
- Brad Leone x JPD Spoon Rests: The Brad Leone x JPD Spoon Rests come in a tall style, which Brad Leone prefers for keeping a spoon clean and in place, and a flat version for people who want a lower profile. You can match the rest to how you cook rather than settling for one height.
Brad Leone x JPD Spoon Rests
Who these spoon rests are for
Best for
- Cooks who want a dedicated, sturdy spot for a spoon during stovetop cooking
- Kitchens where a ceramic rest fits the countertop style and cleaning routine
- Buyers who want a choice between tall and flat profiles
Not for
- Cooks who need a flexible or collapsible rest for travel or very tight storage
- Anyone who prefers a rest that attaches to the stove or wall
