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This article explains shockingly twelve (12) unexpected food etiquette rules from around the world. If one man’s meat is another man’s poison, then you could also say one man’s fork is another man’s weapon. In some parts of the world, when you travel abroad and adventurously try the local cuisine and a traditional setting, you might notice how a certain country’s table manners are very different from your own. Seriously, who would have thought that asking for salt and pepper could be considered impolite? Of course, you don’t want to embarrass yourself or come off as rude or barbaric. So here are 12 quite unexpected food etiquette rules from across the globe, counting down from number 12. You better remember them for your own sake!
12. Don’t Use Forks in Thailand
No it’s not forks and spoons that are unknown.It’s not like you can’t use a fork you just can’t eat from one. In Thailand, picking food up with a fork is considered bad form. However you are allowed to push food onto a spoon using a fork. That’s it, and if you think you can’t go wrong with just sticking the chopsticks, you better forget about it. If you’re having rice, it’s traditionally served on plates, not bowls, and a spoon is what you need to enjoy it. The Thai way.
11. Don’t Clean Your Plate in China
What’s the best way to show the cook you really liked your meal? Eat up every single morsel on your plate, right? Maybe even ask for more. But, if you really enjoyed it in China however it’s impolite to finish eating everything on your plate. Empty plates indicate that a host hasn’t served enough food and guests are still hungry. So if you want to compliment the chef or host, leave some food on your plate no matter how tasty it is. Yes, you’ll need to control yourself somehow. And believe it or not, belching at the table isn’t just acceptable, but also a great way to show you’re enjoying the meal.
10. Be Ready to Share A Plate in Ethiopia
As you sit at the table in Ethiopia waiting for someone to give you a plate to eat from, you might miss the actual meal. Everyone else will just eat from one large serving plate in the middle of the table without using any coloring. For many locals getting a plate to yourself is weird and even wasteful. Only grab from the part of the serving dish closest to you. Reaching across is considered rude. Also wait for the end of the meal to enjoy; the meat dishes. They’re the last thing to be eaten.
9. Don’t Ask For Extra Cheese in Italy
You’ll insult the chef if you ask for extra cheese. I don’t know about you, but the more cheese on my pizza or pasta the better. And although Italians do love this product, it’s considered rude to ask for extra cheese. It may insult the chef, because they take it as you not liking the dish the way they prepared it and wanting to change it. And get ready for this: adding Parmesan to your pizza is also considered pretty crazy plus not all pasta dishes are supposed to go with Parmesan either. Italians are known for their incredible culinary arts, so let’s just take it from the experts.
8.Don’t Ask for Salt and Pepper in Portugal
Just like you shouldn’t ask for extra cheese in Italy, you can erase the phrase “Could you please pass me the sal”t from your vocabulary if you are in Portugal. If you ask for salt and pepper here you may hurt people’s feelings. It’s kind of like with Italy, the cook may feel insulted by the fact that you need to spice up the dish. They’ve served you plus if you’re eating local you probably won’t even need to add any more seasonings to your food. I mean these chefs are highly skilled and respected. They’ll whip up the best meal of your life. give us a like and click subscribe to stay on the bright side of life….(Please find out the rest of this article by watching the video above)
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I think each country has their own habits, that we need to respect and follow when visiting the country