this is for the G's...the garlic and ginger that is.

Another great find from our trip to San Diego is the Grater Plater.  We found these when visiting the Farmer's Market on Cedros in Solana Beach. This is now our favorite kitchen toy. You can grate cheese, chocolate, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, and nutmeg with this plate.  The best part is it comes with a brush and garlic peeler.  You can use the dish to grate fresh parmasean cheese, put a little olive oil, then dip your bread in it.  Delicious!  Justin and I didn't realize all the ways we could use fresh garlic and ginger - it makes a world of difference to the flavor it adds to any dish.

For only $20, these make great gifts and are very easy to clean and store.  Etsy has another very cool option.

Grate away!