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Shout Out To Plates That Are Also Bowls

The meme opens with bold black text at the top reading 'Shout out to plates that are bowls too'. Below this text are four images of versatile shallow, deep-sided dishes that function as both plates (wide, flat base suitable for serving solid foods) and bowls (raised edges that contain sauces, soups, or messy foods without spilling, often referred to as pasta bowls or low bowls). The bottom of the meme has additional bold black text that reads 'Gotta be one of my favorite kitchen utensil'. The lighthearted meme celebrates the practicality and convenience of this popular hybrid kitchenware item that serves multiple purposes for home cooks and diners.
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Shout out to plates that are bowls too
Gotta be one of my favorite kitchen utensil

Overview

The meme opens with bold black text at the top reading 'Shout out to plates that are bowls too'. Below this text are four images of versatile shallow, deep-sided dishes that function as both plates (wide, flat base suitable for serving solid foods) and bowls (raised edges that contain sauces, soups, or messy foods without spilling, often referred to as pasta bowls or low bowls). The bottom of the meme has additional bold black text that reads 'Gotta be one of my favorite kitchen utensil'. The lighthearted meme celebrates the practicality and convenience of this popular hybrid kitchenware item that serves multiple purposes for home cooks and diners.

Origin notes

This meme was originally shared on the X (formerly Twitter) account @WholesomeMeme, a popular account that posts family-friendly, positive, relatable content focused on everyday joys and common shared experiences for internet audiences. It is a classic wholesome relatable meme centered on appreciation for common household items.

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