It came about just before Christmas when I was accidentally asked if I wanted ‘a spork or a foon’ for a snack or meal. It got me thinking that I had never actually owned a ‘spork’ and certainly never used one with any regularity – I am assuming I must have used one at some stage, maybe on an airline or in a fast food establishment, but don’t readily recall.

The spork is a portmanteau of two words, spoon and fork, and they have been around since the 18th century. They are often apparently used by the military and with camping.

There are also versions featuring a serrated edge for cutting, can vary in the number of tines and even some with a spoon on one end and a fork on the other.

ine is ‘regular’ and I must say it is useful for a great number of dishes, from soups to stews, salads to pastas and much more. Love it. Obviously it never really took off as an eating utensil, but I think it has a place in the home.

Maybe great to have with you when traveling in a car, on bus or on a train.