Here is Chef Meg’s reference for her favorite kitchen tools are.  I had not thought of the coffee grinder for spices, but it sure makes sense.  I think I’m also going to pick up a Y-peeler and also start pounding my meat — just to see if that really is better!
NEW: Chef Meg’s 6 Favorite Kitchen Tools Video

My favorite kitchen tools are my strainer that fits over the sink, my strawberry huller, my cookie drop (good for meatballs, too), my wire wisk, and my very flat pancake turner (great for cookies, too).