By: Niharika Khurana
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What's totally normal at dinner table in a country might be straight-up rude in another! From noodle slurping to tea rules, these food customs show how quirky dining etiquettes can get.
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Think forks are for eating? Not in Thailand! Forks are strictly for pushing food onto a spoon, which is the only utensil you should actually eat with.
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Love cheese? Love seafood? Well, don't even think about putting them together in Italy! Mixing cheese with seafood is a major food crime here. Just don't do it.
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The British take tea time very seriously. Stirring your tea? Make sure the spoon never clinks against the cup. And whatever you do, never leave the spoon inside!
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In South Korea, no one eats before the eldest person at the table takes the first bite. It's a mark of respect, and breaking this rule is a serious dining faux pas!
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Slurping noodles? Go for it! In Japan, loud slurping isn't rude - it actually shows you're loving the food. The noisier, the better!
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Finished eating? Never leave chopsticks standing upright in your bowl. It looks like incense sticks used in funerals meaning bad luck. Always lay them flat instead.
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Forget finger food! In Chile, using your hands is considered bad manners - even for things like pizza or fries. Fork and knife only, no exceptions!
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