Microplane grater zester

Carefully removes zest from citrus fruit. Can also be used to grate hard spices such as nutmeg.

These graters are razor-sharp. The numerous little cutting edges are not simply punched out of the metal but are accurately cut by means of photo-etching. This guarantees that blades stay ultra-sharp even after frequent use. Citrus zest, for example, is sliced rather than grated or rubbed, so that it retains its flavour, aroma and vitamins. Chocolate can be grated into fine flakes – as can hard cheese, potatoes and vegetables – without losing its structure.
The graters are made by Microplane in the US (the individual parts, however, are assembled in China). All metal parts are stainless steel; the finely crafted handles are made of walnut wood from Kentucky.

These graters are razor sharp. Their many small blades are not simply punched out of the material, but precisely photo-etched. That's why the blades are so sharp - and stay that way, because they hardly wear out even when the graters are used frequently. Citrus peel, for example, is cut, not crushed, and retains its taste, aroma and vitamins. Chocolate and hard cheese can be sliced into fine flakes, while potatoes and vegetables retain their texture.

The graters are made by Microplane in the USA (although the individual parts are assembled in China). Stainless steel is used for all metal parts. The neatly crafted wooden handle inserts are made of walnut wood from Kentucky.