Alessi Peel, Slice & Chop

An avant-garde icon of revolutionary kitchenware, the Juicy Salif citrus squeezer—designed by Philippe Starck—transcends utility to become a sculptural masterpiece. Crafted from mirror-polished, durable aluminum, its biomorphic, spider-like legs provide an elevated clearance, allowing juice to flow directly into a glass placed beneath its tapered core. This unforgettable form was famously conceived by Starck on a pizzeria napkin during a seaside holiday in Italy, capturing a moment of pure, spontaneous genius. As much a centerpiece of modern art as it is a functional tool for lemons and limes, the Juicy Salif remains a provocative anchor for the contemporary kitchen.

Scott. Middletown, RI. Mon Dec 26 2022

A commanding presence for the contemporary table, the Todo grater—designed by Richard Sapper—transcends the utilitarian to become a spectacular, extra-large centerpiece. Defined by an exceptionally long, truncated cone silhouette, this architectural form allows for a singular, sweeping stroke to provide an ample portion of cheese with effortless precision. The Todo is a masterful intersection of state-of-the-art performance and playful gestural expressiveness, transforming a traditionally tedious culinary task into a refined, theatrical experience. Whether exhibited in the kitchen or showcased during service, this mirror-polished work serves as a provocative anchor for the modern home.

Robert. Sun Mar 31 2024

Lorenza Bozzoli was born in Milan. She studied art at Brera where she qualified in the 80'. After early work experience as a fashion designer of shoes and accessories in New York where she lived for 3 years, back in Milan, she set up her studio in the inspiring area of Brera. In 2001 she did her first project for Alessi a table set in PMMA for kids with infinite possibilities of visual effects. She now works for various internationally renowned companies such as Alessi, Dedon, Moooi, Dilmos, Colè, Tato, Spazio Pontaccio, and Tog. She participated in many exhibitions in Italy (Triennale MI) and abroad (Cooper Hewitt NY) and many others. Winner of EESC European Award for Excellent Sustainable Design 2013 with Fedro chair for Dedon. She also taught to integrate trends into creative strategy at the IED ( Istituto Europeo di Design) and still lives and works in Milano in Foro Buonaparte 54. Gabriele Chiave was born to diplomat parents in Metz in 1978, Gabriele Chiave knows no boundaries. He lived in many cities and countries. These diverse resident experiences enable him to bring a global perspective to design like no other. He spent significant time at Marc Sadler studio and working with prestigious Italian brands such as Alessi. Currently serving as creative director at Marcel Wanders, this art aficionado and jazz lover oversees all projects in product and interior design, and art direction for a range of premium brands - passionately leading all to participate in the expression of beauty and technical simplicity to expand the human experience.

Cool design but not the best cheese grater.. Pasqua. Davie, FL. Fri Aug 04 2023

Inspired by a journey in the East, the Boga ginger grater by Valerio Sommella brings a touch of enigma and refined Eastern charm to any kitchen. Shaped from the namesake fish, Boga has a small, tapered body with a simple yet functionally refined design, which makes it exquisite both for the kitchen and in any table setting. The Boga ginger grater is a must for Asian cuisine aficionados and those who like to add an extra touch to their culinary creations in style.

You can not go wrong with Alissa, this little tool from Italy has be in use for many years. Not shire how long it goes back in time; but if something has worked(and well), how could any one go wrong in having one? It does more, I can get juice from ginger out of it also, so many dishes this has helped me with. I thank wayfair for having the foresight to include this in there products lists.. Patricia. Gresham, Multnoma, OR. Sat Feb 25 2023

After finishing his artistic studies, Kuno Prey began collaborating with the industry completing research on materials and new production technologies. These years of gathering production knowledge would ultimately characterize his projects through the years. Together with Alberto Gozzi, he created the lemon squeezer. This squeezer is a reinvention of your traditional squeezer with a stream-lined efficient shape carved from cherry wood.

East to use and clean, small so doesn't take up a lot of room.. Olivia. Colonia, NJ. Tue Apr 07 2015

Alba is the most appropriate tool to serve, taste, and celebrate together truffles: A mysterious and delicious product of the Piedmontese lands.

The cutting surface is not as it should be item is defective. Scooter. Ny, NY. Fri Apr 30 2021

A selection of small household objects made with a particularly refined metal-working process and an ironic and detailed exploration of functional objects that play a minor role in the houseware.

The first shipment I received a used plastic peeler in Alessi packaging. I contacted Wayfair and they rectified the issue and shipped out the correct item. It is very small and mostly for aesthetic purposes. It’s a piece of art and functional in light use situations.. Erica. Raleigh, NC. Wed Oct 04 2023

Forma is a grater designed to mold to the shape of your palm, making it easy and pleasant to hold. An organic shape inspired by pebbles smoothed down by water and wind, plied from stainless steel via a complex manufacturing process. Its name emphasizes its main feature: Forma means "shape" in Italian. A pattern of asymmetrical holes allows for the cheese to be grated and sprinkled unevenly, giving a unique texture to any dish. The grater is paired with a stand creating an overall sculptural centrepiece.

Jamie. Roseville, CA. Sat Jul 22 2023

An Apostrophe is an unusual object that does not reveal its function at first sight. It works as an agile plow to cut through the peel, leaving marks that are free and even decorative. The gesture is also made pleasing by the ergonomic hold that adapts well to the fingers and by the material in precision-cast steel with a matte finish to improve the grip.

Axel. Boston, MA. Sun Dec 04 2022

Metaproject designer, Laura Polinoro graduated from DAMS in Bologna. In 1989 she wrote "L'officina Alessi. Alberto Alessi and Alessandro Mendini: Ten years of projects, 1980-1990". In 1990, with Alberto Alessi and Alessandro Mendini, she founded the Alessi Study Center (CSA), a place of experimentation that involves professionals and young creatives from various disciplines. There, she conducted workshops and created innovative collections proposing the concept of metaproject. Since 2000 she continued her collaboration by founding and directing the LPWK Design Studio. She's currently a visiting associate professor at Domus Academy and NABA. Jim Hannon-Tan's style and viewpoint have been shaped by a diversity of inputs and ideas. Born in Spain, he grew up with Asian influences in multicultural Australia before moving to Europe to hone his skills in the design studios of Milan, Amsterdam, and London over 15 years. His creative base is now back in Australia, where he is inspired by the vast landscapes, East-West fusion, and the potential of design to humanize new technologies and advanced manufacturing.

How cute this is. I think I would have loved a metal inside piece for the shaker part.. Susan. Hometown, IL. Sun Jun 24 2018

The Parmenide grater, designed by Alejandro Ruiz, combines two domestic kitchen products in one and is both a cheese grater and a cheese cellar. This delightful little container is incredibly handy when you want to serve cheese at the table and its innovative combination of two separate functions has helped earn it a place at the New York Museum of Modern Art.

My father had bought one of these cheese grater about twenty years ago in an airport in Italy. It went missing from his kitchen about two weeks ago. He was very disappointed and upset that it was gone. I went on Google and after looking through dozens of stores and hundreds of cheese graters I found it on Perigold. I was excited to see it. Although it isn’t the same color ( his was see through brown), it is still see through. I had it shipped and this the pic he sent me last night with a big THANK YOU. I can’t wait for dinner next Sunday.. Christene. Fort Lauderdale, FL. Wed Jun 23 2021