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meat grinder
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When history comes to the table
It's not just an object: it's a relic of the past. The origins of this meat grinder date back to the 19th century, with an invention by Karl Drais – yes, the same inventor of the draisine ! His idea? A hand crank that, when turned, propelled the meat through a grid with small holes. The result: finely minced meat, ready to cook. A remarkable innovation for its time !