In an informal setting such as a backyard barbecue. If available, use a fruit fork and knife. Mussels Using a cocktail fork, spear the mussel and dip it into the sauce provided and eat it whole. Nectarines Quarter the nectarine using a fruit Knife, remove the pit and eat using the fingers. Olives When olives are served on a condiment or relish tray, use the Olive Fork to place them on your plate.
Olives are a finger food.
Large stuffed olives are best eaten in two bites. Onion Rings Deep fried onion rings are usually served at a casual party and it is acceptable to eat them using the hands. Large onion rings can be a challenge to eat. To avoid an embarrassment, use the fork and knife in an informal or formal setting. A meat serving fork or baked potato fork are excellent servers for onion rings.