Before we know it, the clocks will turn back, and those long dark evenings will be upon us. This is the perfect time for getting together with friends and sharing food, and Pizza is instantly called to mind. The only thing that spoils this image according to my wife, is the sight of me hacking slices out of what had once been a perfectly round pizza.

The stylish NEW Microplane Professional Pizza Wheel with Dough Docker is designed for performance and versatility, by featuring a large, ultra-sharp, double-bevelled stainless steel blade – perfectly balanced for precision cutting and long-lasting durability.

Its ergonomic weight and shape naturally guide your hand forward (even mine), creating a smooth, intuitive slicing motion. The generous blade diameter glides effortlessly through more than just pizza – it’s equally adept at slicing tortillas, flatbreads, quesadillas, brownies, quiche, and even crafting delicate pastry lattices for pies. Use the dough docker to prick pastry for quiche and flans. The ergonomic, non-slip, soft-touch handle – which can be used equally well with either hand – includes a smart finger guard between the handle and blade for safety and comfort when directing the wheel.

The pizza wheel is finely balanced with a pleasing weight, fellow keen cooks will know what I mean, and in my case the utensil that I reach for first. The blade’s long-lasting sharpness effortlessly and precisely cuts through even molten mozzarella and other toppings such as salami, Parma ham, pepperoni and mushrooms, without ripping or tearing, for the perfect slice, every time.

This would make the perfect Christmas or birthday gift for the chef in your life but as we enter the perfect season for sharing Pizza, why wait?

Microplane Professional Pizza Wheel with dough docker RRP £29.95 from Selfridges