Forks come in two sizes. The larger fork is the salad fork and the smaller fork is the one you eat your main entree with. There is also a salad fork that is about 12" long and has about 3 "Spikes" coming off the end of it and is paired with another fork that is used to "toss" salads (to stir all the ingredients).
It is used for your main entree and sides, like the small plate is the appetizer plate, the bowl is soup or sometimes salad, there is a salad fork and a dinner fork, a soup apron and a tea spoon
In the order of the courses they will be used for , starting from the outside and working inwards. For example; salad fork (furthest outside), then entree fork, then dessert fork closest to plate.
Do you eat using the fork from the outside for salad and appetizer and the larger for entree.
Your salad fork, which is usually smaller than your dinner fork , and to the right of any other forks.
Cross your knife and fork on the center of your dinner plate to signal you are finished with that course.
Yes, a fairy would eat a tiny salad, in a tiny salad plate with a tiny fork.
Ah, the salad fork and fish fork are like happy little trees in the silverware world. The salad fork typically has broader tines and a slightly larger size, perfect for picking up leafy greens and veggies. Meanwhile, the fish fork is more delicate with a longer, slender shape, designed specifically for enjoying delicious seafood dishes. Just remember, there are no mistakes in silverware, only happy accidents!
Usually, potato salad is eaten with a fork. Although a spoon or a spork do nicely, too.
With a napkin on your lap and a salad fork, which is generally smaller.
ring is to finger,spoon is to fork,etc...
Most people use a knife and fork to eat their salad. So, yes, use a knife if you want to.