Draft:Bread fork
Bread fork sometimes called pastry fork[citation needed] or cake fork,[citation needed] is a specialized utensil used for serving bread. It typically has two or three elongated prongs and a handle, and it's designed to grasp and serve slices of bread without damaging them.
Design[edit]
They typically have several tines, usually two or three, which are longer and thinner than those of a regular fork. These elongated tines make it easier to pierce through bread without squashing or tearing it, allowing for clean and precise serving. The tines are usually spaced apart to allow for easy piercing and lifting of the bread. In formal dining settings, a bread fork might be part of a larger set of serving utensils, including items like butter knives and salad forks.[1]
Bread forks are frequently crafted with intricate designs, particularly when they're included in a formal dining collection. Their handles might be adorned with detailed patterns and made from luxurious materials such as sterling silver, stainless steel, or delicate porcelain. Additionally, they can be part of a coordinated set of utensils intended for serving different dishes during formal dining occasions.
History[edit]
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References[edit]
- ^ Harrison, Fisher and Co., Bread fork, retrieved 2024-05-05
- ^ "History of Bread - the Bread Fork". 26 June 2020.
- ^ "What is this fork used for? / The Etiquette Teacher Blog". Queen City Etiquette. 2017-10-20. Retrieved 2024-05-05.