Why this grater earns its place
The Microplane Gourmet Coarse Grater does the job a box grater does, but better in every way. The coarse surface is the headline: chunky gratings for cheddar and other hard cheeses, coleslaw veg, and the textured finishes that make a dish look alive. But the real intelligence is having six other surfaces ready on the same tool: fine, ribbon, extra coarse, large shaver, star blade, ultra coarse. You don't buy a coarse grater and a fine grater; you buy this, and you cover most of what your kitchen actually needs.
The paddle shape is functional design, not fashion. It gives you real work surface and means you're grating toward your body (faster, safer, cleaner) rather than sideways. At 320mm, you've got reach and control. The soft-touch handle and non-slip rubber feet lock the tool down—you can brace it with one hand and work with the other, which matters when you're processing volume. Stainless steel throughout means it survives a busy kitchen: tough prep, hot soapy water, and a dishwasher if you choose.
At 300g and fully dishwasher safe, this is the workhorse grater. The coarse blade is where you'll spend most of your time, but those other six surfaces mean you don't need a utensil drawer full of single-job tools. One tool, one home, less friction in a fast kitchen.
