A Protest? A Party? Germans Are Gathering In Public To Eat Pudding With Fork

Have you ever heard of someone eating pudding with a fork? Yes, a fork. Sounds odd but this has become all the rage in Germany as people are gathering in public to take part in this uncommon trend. It all started as a lighthearted experiment in Karlsruhe in August 2025 and has transformed into a cultural sensation attracting participants from across Europe and the United States.

Where It All Began?

Back in August 2025, residents of a German city noticed a curious flyer inviting them to gather in public. On the flyer, it boldly stated: “Wir essen Pudding mit einer Gabel!” (“We eat pudding with a fork”). The idea was clear but quirky: people would bring their own pudding and fork, gather at a park, count down, and try to eat pudding one forkful at a time.

What began as a small, offbeat event quickly caught fire online, spreading from one German city to another. In just a few weeks, the playful idea turned into massive public gatherings across Europe, where hundreds joined in to eat pudding with forks. Soon, cities such as Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich joined the trend with their own pudding-and-fork events.

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But… Why a Fork?

At first, it might seem, using a fork for pudding sounds clumsy, laughable, and entirely inefficient. According to participants, that’s exactly the point. The ridiculousness isn’t a flaw; it’s a feature prompting people to slow down, laugh, and experience a shared moment of lighthearted absurdity. It reminds us not to judge how others choose to eat; let them enjoy it in their own style.

Today, “Pudding mit Gabel” is more than a trend; it’s a small cultural ritual. With no organisers or agenda, its charm lies in harmless absurdity and shared laughter. In a heavy world, this simple act reminds us that connection can begin with something as silly as eating pudding with a fork.

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