- Gourmet Microplane
- New improved design with non slip silicon base and handle.
- Long Lasting, sharp cutting action blade that does not clog.
- Supplied with plastic blade guard for safer storage.
- Use to grate hard cheeses, citrus zest. garlic, ginger, nutmeg, chocolate and much more
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Normal Price £23.95 Now £21.95
With the launch of the gourmet series, the original paddle-style grater has been enhanced in design and function with both the professional chef and home cook in mind. The fine grater is ideal for use with citrus zest, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger.
- Microplaneâ?TMs US- patented, razor sharp, non-clogging cutting edges
- Surgical grade, Stainless Steel
- Ergonomic, soft-touch handle
- Non-slip rubber feet for stability
- Dishwasher safe
- Easy storage: Reusable Protective Cover ( not dishwasher safe)
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
This is an excellent tool for fine grating of chocolate, parmesan, cinnamon and many other items.
The blade is an array of razor-sharp cutting teeth (mind your fingers!) and it makes light work of grating even very hard items like nutmeg.
I also like it for zesting lemons and limes. You can take the brightly coloured zest off cleanly and quickly, leaving the bitter white pith on the fruit.
The handle is comfortable and the blade is mounted in a rigid steel frame.
Bear in mind this is a fine grater and Microplane make various other models in the range for coarser grating and shaving tasks (carrot, coconut, rock salt etc.)
By the way, if you are thinking of investing in a Microplane grater I strongly recommend one of the models, such as this one, from the "Gourmet" range rather than one from their slightly cheaper range with clear plastic frames. The blades on those are the same, but the plastic material used for the frames is just too fragile. I have owned one for over two years but it has cracked in several places (during normal use) and can only be used placed horizontally on a chopping board or other flat surface and is unusable for, for example, grating directly into a saucepan on the stove, or directly over a plate, because the frame has lost its rigidity.
Furthermore the Gourmet series grater has a flat, rubber-coated, non-slip foot which helps it stay in position on a chopping board or other flat surface. The clear plastic frame by comparison is slightly curved and has a tendency to skate about and slip.
Finally, the handle on the cheaper plastic models slides off and has a tendency to fill up with water during washing. The Gourmet series does not have slide-off handles so this problem doesn't arise.
The blade is an array of razor-sharp cutting teeth (mind your fingers!) and it makes light work of grating even very hard items like nutmeg.
I also like it for zesting lemons and limes. You can take the brightly coloured zest off cleanly and quickly, leaving the bitter white pith on the fruit.
The handle is comfortable and the blade is mounted in a rigid steel frame.
Bear in mind this is a fine grater and Microplane make various other models in the range for coarser grating and shaving tasks (carrot, coconut, rock salt etc.)
By the way, if you are thinking of investing in a Microplane grater I strongly recommend one of the models, such as this one, from the "Gourmet" range rather than one from their slightly cheaper range with clear plastic frames. The blades on those are the same, but the plastic material used for the frames is just too fragile. I have owned one for over two years but it has cracked in several places (during normal use) and can only be used placed horizontally on a chopping board or other flat surface and is unusable for, for example, grating directly into a saucepan on the stove, or directly over a plate, because the frame has lost its rigidity.
Furthermore the Gourmet series grater has a flat, rubber-coated, non-slip foot which helps it stay in position on a chopping board or other flat surface. The clear plastic frame by comparison is slightly curved and has a tendency to skate about and slip.
Finally, the handle on the cheaper plastic models slides off and has a tendency to fill up with water during washing. The Gourmet series does not have slide-off handles so this problem doesn't arise.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Simply the best grater going. Even better now they have replaced the plastic frame with a metal one. (The old style one lasted me around 8 years but the plastic cracked from overuse in the end)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Had previously owned the blue plastic handled version however over a period of time the framework of the blade became weak, cracked and eventually pieces of plastic would break of when in use. Very disappointing. Purchased this one because of the much stronger frame and handle system (hopefully!).The blade is very sharp.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Nice product and it really works well
I am glad I invested in a decent zester as it makes that part of the food preparation a pleasure rather than a struggle. Very sharp so take care but great results!
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. L. E. Allen
Excellent product
I can really recommend this for zesting orange and lemon peel. I used to struggle to get enough zest with my old box grater - particularly if the peel was a bit soft. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Moseph
wonderful kitchen tool
I first used one of these at a friend's house and couldn't believe how much better it was than my usual grater. Read more
Published 2 months ago by sarah
Much better than the cheaper, plastic, models
I've gone through 2 Microplanes in the last year or so. They were the ones with a clear plastic grater mounting. Read more
Published 3 months ago by C. Irwin
Excellent Citrus Grater
I use this for zesting citrus fruit - it makes the job so much quicker and easier when the right tool is to hand. Thoroughly recommend this to anyone who makes curds or bakes.
Published 3 months ago by Ms. S. R. Gifford
The Best Zester EVER!
This is the best zester I have EVER used! I would highly recommend this item to anyone that bakes or enjoys to cook. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Debs34
quality item
we have had the course microplane for months but have always struggled to find the fine one in stock anywhere. finally we have a grater that will zest citrus fruits etc. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Alice
Brilliant!
I have struggled for years to grate lemon rind. Didn't realise it was this easy!A brilliant product and easy to clean.
Published 5 months ago by vivhealy
Great zester
This is the best fine grater I have ever had - pricey, but worth it. Does an excellent job zesting fruit as well as grating chocolate and parmesan. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Bill Esdon
Microplane Fine Grater
Superb!! Far superior to the first one I used, which had a plastic frame which broke down after about a year or two !
Published 6 months ago by David Stevenson
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