👉 Spails are a type of tool used for scraping food from dishes and surfaces. They consist of a flat, smooth surface that is attached to a handle or rod. The spail can be made out of various materials such as wood, metal, or plastic, depending on its intended use. In the context of culinary arts, spails are often used to scrape off excess oil or fat from dishes, remove dirt and grime from surfaces, clean utensils, and even cut through ice cream.