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Microplane Buying Guide

Microplane is a premium kitchen tool brand best known for exceptionally sharp graters, zesters, and slicers that make food preparation faster, cleaner, and more precise. Originally inspired by woodworking blade technology, Microplane tools are loved by home cooks and chefs for zesting citrus, grating cheese, shaving chocolate, preparing ginger, garlic, nutmeg, vegetables, and adding fine finishing touches to everyday cooking.

What Microplane is best for

Zesting citrus cleanly without removing too much bitter pith
Grating parmesan, hard cheeses, chocolate, nutmeg, ginger, garlic, and spices
Adding fine, delicate texture and flavour to cooking, baking, and drinks
Home cooks who want sharp, precise, and easy-to-control prep tools
Gift-worthy kitchen upgrades for bakers, cooks, entertainers, and food lovers

How to choose the right Microplane product

Start with a zester: A Microplane zester is one of the most versatile tools for citrus, parmesan, ginger, garlic, nutmeg, and chocolate.
Choose by texture: Fine blades suit zesting and spices, while coarse or ribbon blades are better for cheese, vegetables, and larger shavings.
Think about comfort: Choose a handle style and size that feels secure in your hand, especially if you grate often.
Consider your cooking style: Bakers may reach for fine graters and zesters, while everyday cooks may prefer a mix of fine, coarse, and extra coarse blades.
Build a small set: A zester, coarse grater, and box or paddle-style grater will cover many everyday kitchen tasks.

What makes Microplane different

Exceptionally sharp etched blades designed for clean, efficient grating
Precise results with less tearing, crushing, or clogging than many standard graters
A wide range of blade styles for different textures and ingredients
Trusted by home cooks, bakers, chefs, and food lovers for everyday prep
Useful for both cooking and finishing dishes directly at the table

Care tips

Rinse soon after use to prevent food drying into the blade surface.
Clean carefully, as Microplane blades are very sharp.
Use a brush or gentle sponge to remove residue from the blade direction safely.
Dry thoroughly before storing to help maintain the blade and finish.
Store with a cover where supplied to protect both the blade and your hands.

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Microplane FAQs

What is Microplane best known for?
Microplane is best known for ultra-sharp graters and zesters used for citrus zest, parmesan, ginger, garlic, chocolate, nutmeg, and other fine preparation tasks.

What Microplane should I buy first?
A Microplane zester is the best first choice because it is highly versatile and can be used for citrus, hard cheese, ginger, garlic, spices, and chocolate.

What is the difference between Microplane blade styles?
Fine blades are ideal for zesting and spices, while coarse, extra coarse, and ribbon blades create larger textures for cheese, vegetables, chocolate, and other ingredients.

Can Microplane graters be used for parmesan?
Yes. Microplane graters are excellent for parmesan and other hard cheeses, creating light, fluffy shavings that melt beautifully into pasta, salads, soups, and sauces.

Are Microplane blades sharp?
Yes. Microplane blades are very sharp, which helps them grate cleanly and efficiently. Always handle, wash, and store them with care.

How do I care for Microplane graters and zesters?
Rinse soon after use, clean carefully with a gentle sponge or brush, dry thoroughly, and store with a cover where supplied to protect the blade and your hands.