Microplane vs. Grater: Which One Should You Buy?

The Microplane and box grater are both tools for shredding, but each has designated duties in the kitchen. We break those down so you can decide whether you need one or both.

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Unleash Culinary Creativity with our Microplane Classic Zester & Cheese Grater Optimize your kitchen with the Microplane Classic Zester and Cheese Grater. Craft gourmet-level dishes with this versatile tool, adept at zesting citrus, grating cheese, and mincing garlic. Experience the ease of meal prep, thanks to its razor-sharp stainless steel blade and ergonomic non-slip handle. With easy cleanup and storage, it's the perfect addition for culinary enthusiasts.

Microplane The Original Zester/Grater, Classic Series

The Microplane Box Grater is the ultimate cheese grater. A four-sided rectangular grater, the box has four different cutting sides. One for extra coarse, one for fine, a third for cutting medium ribbons of soft cheeses, and a slicer side for cutting even slices of cheddars and Swiss. The Box Grater is easy to use with a rounded, soft-grip handle at the top. With blades constructed of surgical grade stainless steel and a body of plastic, the grater is well-constructed and safe to use.

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Microplane vs. Grater: Which One Should You Buy?

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