June 13, 2007 10:45 AM PDT

Pineapple-coring gadget is a must for your tiki bar

by Caroline McCarthy
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So, I'm not quite able to visualize exactly how this gadget works, but I kind of want one. It'll cost you $10. I really like pineapples, and this is supposed to work like a corkscrew for them. Apparently, you get yourself a pineapple, chop the top off, and then core and slice it with this wacky little tool. Then, presumably, you can eat the pineapple slices.

But here's the best part. After coring the pineapple, I can use the empty hull as a (one-time use) vessel for my favorite tropical drinks. I'd go for blue whales, mai tais, hurricanes, or (of course) pina coladas. Please drink responsibly!

Yeah, a pineapple cutter that doubles as a way to make awesome tiki barware. Don't leave port without one.

(Via 7 Gadgets)

Caroline McCarthy, a CNET News staff writer, is a downtown Manhattanite happily addicted to social-media tools and restaurant blogs. Her pre-CNET resume includes interning at an IT security firm and brewing cappuccinos. E-mail Caroline.
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Cutting edge
by Hoonu June 13, 2007 12:15 PM PDT
Definitely very cool for a pre-2000 fruit coring accessory. Way to report on cutting edge gadgets.
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It really works
by mmagiera June 13, 2007 2:27 PM PDT
I got this in a promotional package at work and thought it was crazy--one of those gadgets you'll never use. But it really is great. Cleanly spiral slices the pineapple and leaves you with a great cup with some juice.
To make enough cups for a party you'll have to eat tons of pineapple though!
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