The Spork is a confusing utensil that in theory has the scooping and liquid-holding properties of a spoon combined with the food-stabbing features of a fork. However, with the spoon part too shallow to hold an acceptable amount of soup, and tines too short and stubby to properly penetrate anything firmer than a canned peach, the spork has become one of the longest standing jokes in culinary history.
But where did this malformed utensil come from? What was the reasoning behind this seemingly useless eating tool? And most importantly, who is ultimately responsible for inventing the Spork? Foodiggity has the answer… sort of.
(thanks Chris)
3 comment(s):
I had thought the spork was a very modern invention! Foodiggity mentions that sporks are popular with campers. Backpackers (hikers) use them a lot too. A hiker can carry only one utensil and shave just a little pack weight and bulk, and only have one utensil to clean. Titanium is popular because it is very lightweight and very strong.
Stanley
My Titanium Spork has served me quite well these last 8 years. Works great with Rice/Beans & Ramen!
There was something called (I think) a splade marketed about thirty odd years ago. That was not only a conbined fork and spoon, but a knife too. It had a cutting edge on one side.
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