A lighthearted but surprising incident has left many in stitches after a Tanzanian man accidentally ate a serviette, mistaking it for part of the meal he had been served.
According to witnesses, the man had ordered a well-prepared dish at a local restaurant. The food was presented neatly on a plate, with a folded serviette placed beside the serving for presentation. However, in his eagerness to enjoy the meal, the man reportedly assumed the serviette was an edible garnish or a special side dish.
Without hesitation, he tore off a piece and began chewing, only to realize moments later that the texture was unusual. Shocked diners nearby could not contain their laughter as the man struggled to swallow before quickly spitting it out.
The restaurant staff hurried to explain the mix-up, assuring him that the serviette was not part of the meal. While embarrassed, the man laughed off the incident and admitted he had never seen food served in that manner before.
The story has since gone viral on social media, with many users joking about the importance of “tasting before swallowing” and others pointing out how creative food presentation can sometimes lead to confusion.
Though it ended in laughter, the unusual mix-up has become a reminder for diners to double-check what’s on their plate before taking the first bite.
