The cutlery used for fork buffets are forks and dessert spoons. A fork buffet is a type of meal service where guests serve themselves food from a table set with various dishes and utensils. Forks are used to eat most of the food items, while dessert spoons are used for sweet dishes or for eating soup. The dessert spoon is typically smaller than a regular soup spoon and has a rounded bowl, making it suitable for eating dessert items such as fruit or pudding.