It is said that table etiquettes are the best way to show your manners. How you eat can often make or break the deal! There are certain rules to eating across different countries. Food etiquettes can sometime go quite bizarre. Dining while abroad can make you feel quite uneasy because of quirky yet unfamiliar dining rules. Fret not, we've got you covered with a list of 7 dining etiquette's from around the world. Read on to know more
1. Do Not Pass Food From Chopsticks To ChopsticksDuring Japanese funeral rites, bones are passed from one set of
chopsticks to another. Due to this, passing food from chopsticks is usually considered rude in Japan.
Passing food from chopsticks is usually considered rude in Japan
This custom is followed in China. Flipping a whole
fish after eating one side of it is said to bring bad luck. If you really feel like eating the other side of the fish, then you can remove its
bones and can continue eating the fish meat.
Flipping a fish while eating is considered bad in China
Before planning a trip to Italy, make yourself familiar with this quirky food tradition. Italians never consume
milk-based beverage after their meals as milk halts
digestion. So make sure that you order your
cappuccino prior to the meal.
People in Italy does not consume beverage after their meals
According to Thai etiquettes, the fork is used to put
food onto the spoon. However, putting a fork in the mouth is not considered as a good thing in Thailand.
Fork in the mouth is not considered as a good thing in Thailand.
This eating etiquette hails from Arabic countries. If you happen to visit an Arabic country, make sure that you eat your
meal with only right hand. The left hand is strictly not allowed because it is used in toilet duties and is often considered unclean.
Eating food with left hand is strictly not allowed in Arabic countries
Punctuality is often considered as a good quality, but in Tanzania, showing up on time is considered as an insult to the host. You should be at least 20 minutes late for your
lunch or
dinner. In Tanzania, showing up on time is considered as an insult to the host
This eating etiquette is followed in Kazakhstan. If your Kazakh host serves you half cup of tea, then don't feel bad as it's a good sign. Whereas, a full
cup of tea is a sign that they might want you to leave.(Also Read:
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In Kazakh if host serves you half cup of tea, it's a good sign.So if you are planning to visit any one of these countries, make sure that you follow these eating rules religiously.Disclaimer:The opinions expressed within this article are the personal opinions of the author. NDTV is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information on this article. All information is provided on an as-is basis. The information, facts or opinions appearing in the article do not reflect the views of NDTV and NDTV does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.
