Pudding sensation: This is how the fork trend is conquering the streets of Germany!

Pudding sensation: This is how the fork trend is conquering the streets of Germany!

What fun! It's hard to believe that eating pudding with a fork has mutated into a real trend that is not only conquering Germany, but is also gaining attention beyond its borders. The origin of this crazy hype lies in Karlsruhe, where an anonymously published flyer announced the first big meeting at the end of August 2025. Back then, 150 to 200 people came together to eat pudding with a fork - an action that quickly caused a sensation on the Internet and spread virally. Weekly newspaper reporter reports that similar events have since taken place in numerous cities such as Berlin, Stuttgart, Hamburg and Munich.

A truly culinary spectacle! At these events, participants bring their own pudding cups and forks. The fun begins with a countdown, and then it starts: everyone digs into their pudding at the same time. Large buckets of pudding are often served and the atmosphere is exuberant. SWR3 emphasizes that many events are characterized by a particularly high level of participation - such as in Stuttgart, where hundreds gathered in front of the Johanneskirche.

A community phenomenon

The trend not only has a bizarre charm, but it also offers a low-threshold opportunity for community building. Pudding doesn't cost much, and everyone has a fork at home. This affordability particularly attracts young Generation Z people who are looking for new ways to network and expand their social circles. Less young people are also very welcome, which gives the events a diverse mix of participants.

A crucial point is the open and free nature of these meetings. Mercury describes these events as a kind of break from the often stressful everyday life, where you can not only make new friends, but also simply have fun. Psychologists also emphasize the importance of such real encounters in a digitalized world, as they promote a form of social interaction that is often lost in virtual space.

Criticism and future of the trend

But not everything is all sunshine and roses. Some cities are raising concerns about the cleanliness and litter issues that arise at these events. There is evidence of waste left behind, which not only attracted the attention of the organizers but also the public. Nevertheless, the general mood of the meetings is described as positive and outweighs the negative aspects.

The future of the “pudding with a fork” trend remains uncertain. Is this just a one-off phenomenon, or will we see many more exciting meetings in the future? What is clear is that it is an exciting time for all pudding lovers and anticipation for future events - such as a meeting in Central Park in New York City in October - remains great.