Classic Zester Grater, Black

I ordered this to use for Thanksgiving. I totally forgot I had to throw our old one out and this was delivered really fast. This item is: • Sharp • Easy to hold • Works great • Is long and user friendly • Shaved all of the lemon peels off the lemons My only complaint is that these take some time to clean in general, but that's with any of these. I soaked it in some hot soapy water and was able to get the peel off without too much work. Overall, this is a well-made, sharp, and easy to use microplane. This is a must have, multipurpose too everyone needs in their kitchen, in my opinion.

The standard for a professional is absolutely microplane. From hard cheese, chocolate, and citrus zest all the way down to onion, spices, garlic, and ginger, the classic microplane will never shy away from finely depositing a extremely versatile amount of flavor via any form on, in, or around your dish. I've tried several microplane products, and while I can see the appeal (and still have a small one for spices specifically that I'll keep replacing as long as they make them for a convenient size and slightly smaller shreds) of other products in the microplane line, there's seriously nothing that compares to the versatility, perfect size, easy, quality, comfortable, every day can do attitude that a microplane brings to the table. I've tried the comfort grip ones, they wear out faster because of the handles. I've tried the ribbon one, the versatile nature of the microplane diminishes with the bigger holes. Stick with these, enjoy your life. I buy two every five to ten years or so depending on how much I use them, but ymmv.

I picked up the Microplane version of the 4-sided box grater years ago, & I’ve wanted one of these ‘detail-oriented’ versions for a while. Ordered it on impulse filling up a $25 It’s strong, sturdy, & well-made, it’s easy to handle, & it zests perfectly If it has a flaw, it is that I expected slightly more ‘tooth’. Examining the plane of the grater closely, I can see that the teeth are set just shy of (slightly below) that plane. This set makes it a perfect zester, & I’ll bet it’s terrific if you want nutmeg or cinnamon & fluffy Parmesan, but I can’t use this as a grater except for more-or-less special cases I’ve since ordered a top-rated/top-selling German strip-grater like the Microplane, & compared the two vs a thumb-sized piece of ginger (as one has a ‘stand’, I used each handheld). Beginning with the Microplane, I was unable to accumulate any grated ginger; the other grater grated the entire thing rather quickly…so I won’t rely on the Microplane for vegetables, but that’s *my* use-case The Microplane’s perfection is effortless - all the zest, no pith, no skill, right out of the box, first stroke. Practice can only improve results. Did I mention it handles beautifully? It’s well worth keeping

10/10 quality. Very sharp. Works great

Behold the Microplane Classic Zester Grater, a tool that's less about grating and more about enchanting your culinary creations. This isn't just a kitchen gadget; it's a wand for the modern-day kitchen wizard, turning ordinary ingredients into zestful sprinklings of flavor. It's the Excalibur for chefs and home cooks alike, turning the mundane task of zesting into a swift, magical experience. Crafted with razor-sharp stainless steel, the Microplane grater makes zesting citrus a breeze. It's like the blade was forged in the fires of culinary Mount Olympus, ready to tackle the toughest of lemon skins or the most stubborn nutmeg. The zest produced is as fine as fairy dust, perfect for adding a burst of flavor without overpowering your dishes. The ergonomics of this tool are a love letter to comfort. The handle fits in your hand like it was custom-made, allowing for a grip that's both secure and comfortable. It's the kind of usability that turns grating into a joy rather than a chore. The design also ensures that your knuckles remain safe, making scraped fingers a tale of the past. And let's talk about versatility. This zester grater doesn't just excel with citrus; it's a champion with hard cheeses, spices, and even chocolate. It's like having a culinary multi-tool in your drawer, ready to add a sprinkle of magic to any dish, sweet or savory. TL;DR: The Microplane Classic Zester Grater is a must-have for any kitchen. Its sharp blade, comfortable grip, and versatile nature transform it from a simple grater to a culinary magic wand. With this tool, zesting and grating become not just easy but a pleasure, adding a touch of finesse to your favorite dishes.

Fulfilling my lifetime ambition of reviewing once of these and using that title. This microplane grates really well, used it for Pecorino cheese and it reduces it to delicate snowflakes that could almost melt. As this version doubles as a zester, you're not going to get a dust like texture, so if that's what you're after maybe look at some of the others in their range. This is a very proficient kitchen all-rounder. My only criticism is that the handle feels a bit cheap. I've used it a couple of times and on one occasion it accidentally slipped and I parted ways with a chunk of my knuckle which ended up in my cacio e pepe, giving it a gamey after taste. Now this may well have been my own incompetence and nothing to do with the grater itself, but........where was I going with this? Oh yeah, the handle feels a bit cheap, other than that, great grater. NOTE: Portion of knuckle shown in image is no longer included.

I've always wanted a chef's restaurant quality micro plane, and this is it. The metal is high quality, the handle is large, it has a hole for hanging and made with solid plastic. It's worked for me for years and is an excellent price. I grate zest, cinnamon, nutmeg and spices with ease.

For my vote any microplane zester is far and away the best one to buy. I’ve had one without a handle for years and loved it. But as I’ve grown older, the handle is a plus. They really are high quality.