Know Your Fork: 7 Types Of Forks & How To Use Them

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Types Of Forks

Forks come in a variety of shapes and sizes, which can be quite confusing when dining at a fine-dining restaurant. So, before you head for an upscale eatery, do mind, which one to use.

Featuring four tines, these forks have been designed to ensure the diner is able to enjoy their meals.

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1. Table Fork

These kind of forks have wooden handles that helps them keep the utensil in place.

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2. Cheese Fork

A common dining utensil found in fine dining restaurants, it’s used for keeping the meat in place while slicing.

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3. Carving Fork

Featuring two long and pointed tines, these forks are used for eating escargot, a popular French delicacy.

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4. Snail Fork

Featuring three tines, and these can be used for pulling out the flesh from its shell.

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5. Oyster Fork

These are tinier in size with four tines, and this fork style is often found above the dinner plate.

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6. Dessert Fork

This kind of fork is shorter and has a more squat shape, which helps in eating these fruits.

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7. Fruit Fork

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So, the next time you’re eating at a fine-dining restaurant, do mind your fork!