The Zyliss Tilt & Grate 4 sided grater has been designed to support the natural grating angle After talking to our consumers about how they grate most people hold the grater at an angle. The non-slip base helps this natural grating action with the wide base allowing you to easily see food output. The 4 sided grater with it's acid etched, super sharp blades slice through foods easily. Shave chocolate, coarse grate cheese, get finely grated zest and get extra fine parmesan.