I love pizza. In fact, it’s my favorite food. When eating pizza, most people choose the traditional method of picking up the slices and devouring them. However, some people prefer to eat pizza with a fork. If you’ve ever wondered why we use utensils to bake pizza, here are some reasons why handling “the” slices isn’t ideal for everyone.
1. Thin crust and low stability
Not all crusts are created equal. Some are on the thin side and not so easy to pick up without losing toppings. If you microwave your pizza (embarrassingly!), you’ll also need a fork and knife to prevent a soggy crust.
2. Play games while eating
For gamers, there’s nothing scarier than watching someone eat dirty food like pizza or touch a controller. Marketing departments would like everyone to think that gamers live on a diet of Doritos, but a brand new controller with Doritos dust all over it will turn a lot of people off. Pizza is similar, but pizza fat can actually make the buttons slippery and interfere with gameplay.
3. Prevent overeating
Pizza is known as a comfort food, and it’s easy to end up eating more than you need. Use a knife and fork to cut the pizza into smaller pieces so you can take your time and enjoy each bite. Some people claim that this helps them control their portions and avoid overeating.
4. To prevent your hands from getting sticky
Many people say that eating pizza with your hands makes it sticky and messy. Therefore, using a knife and fork will help you avoid getting oil, sauce, or cheese on your hands. A businessman who enjoys a small pie for lunch may find it useful to keep a fork and knife handy to avoid getting grease on his suit.
5. Dental treatment
Many people have dental problems or have lost teeth. Therefore, people who are undergoing dental treatment or have food sensitivities may find it more comfortable to eat pizza with a knife and fork than chewing a hot slice with their teeth.
6. Culture
In some cultures, it is customary to eat pizza with a knife and fork. For example, in Italy it is considered polite to use utensils when eating pizza. If you scour the internet, you’ll find plenty of Italians (and even French) who acknowledge that it’s their cultural perspective to use knives and forks instead of hands while eating.
7. Hot pizza
Freshly baked pizza is very hot and difficult to eat with your hands. Therefore, many people recommend using a knife and fork, which allows you to cut into the pizza and blow on it to cool it down before taking a bite.
8. Being autistic
Some people on the autism spectrum prefer to eat pizza with a knife and fork due to sensory issues or personal preference.
9. Sharing slices
Maybe you have several types of pizza and are doing something like pizza mukbang with your friends. If you just start nibbling on a slice, it can be perceived as rude or downright vulgar. A fork and knife are best if you want to eat small portions at a time.
10. Thick pizza with plenty of toppings
Pizzas with lots of toppings or thick crust can be difficult to eat without getting your hands dirty. Using a knife and fork allows you to enjoy all the toppings without falling off, especially if the pizza is loaded with cheese like macaroni and cheese pizza.
11. Looks fancy
Eating pizza with a knife and fork gives it a sophisticated and elegant look. It can make a casual pizza dinner feel more like an upscale restaurant.
12. Enjoy your meal slowly
In our fast-paced world, taking the time to savor a meal is becoming increasingly rare. Eating pizza with a knife and fork allows you to eat slowly and carefully, allowing you to enjoy every bite to the fullest.
Whether you want to control portions, avoid messes, or enjoy a luxurious dining experience, eating pizza with a knife and fork may be the perfect solution.
