The Microplane Gourmet Series has an expansive paddled with ample grating surfaces and US made surgical stainless steel blades. Ultra-sharp photo etched teeth make fast work out of grating potatoes, carrots, onions and cheeses. The Stainless steel frame provides extrondinary durabilty. The soft touch handle matches back to the premium classic series zesters. The non-skid foot adds stability when grating on counters and plates. Use the Ribbon Grater for hard and soft cheeses, carrots, butter, cabbage, chilies, chocolate, coconut, onions, and zucchini. This tool shreds foods into ribbons, when you pull the food back and forth across the blades. The result is similar to a ribbon, and is preferred when baking, or cooking. 12" x 2 5/8" " x 1" 5 1/4" x 2 5/8" grating surface Comfortable and ergonomic soft-touch handle, surgical steel frame and blades. Non-slip base for added stability Reusable cover for safe storage. Blade made in the USA, Assembled in Mexico
