Abstract: A thermometer clip assembly includes probe engaging surfaces for retaining a probe of a thermometer, the thermometer having a calibration mechanism; clamping surfaces for engaging cookware and retaining the clip assembly relative to the cookware; and a calibration mechanism engaging surface for allowing actuation of the calibration mechanism.

Abstract: A spice grinder assembly is provided having a converging chute for introducing spices and an adjusting wheel for setting a resulting grind. The adjusting wheel is accessible through a side of a housing of the spice grinder assembly.

Abstract: A novel backpack features a back wall, a side wall and a front wall forming at least one compartment; a first divider; and first and second zippers. The first divider is connected to the side wall, and has a backside exposed toward the back wall and a front side exposed toward the front wall. The first zipper extends along the side wall intermediate the first divider and the back wall. The second zipper extends along the side wall intermediate the first divider and the front wall. At least one of the first divider front side and an inside surface of the front wall has a plurality of handle receiving pockets, and at least one of the back wall, the first divider, and the front wall is formed of a substantially penetration resistant material.

Abstract: A kitchen tool having a work end, a handle formed of two parallel bars extending from the work end and a sliding rest on the handle. The sliding rest has two securing members that fit around the outer surface of the parallel bars of the handle wherein the securing members allow the rest to be secured to the handle in slidable relation.