Basics Of Etiquette For Tourists

Table etiquette in Russia is a rubber stamp to the west and almost nothing from him is no different. Therefore, to be trapped in European restaurants, lot of hard work. It is worth to remember only that the Germans and Austrians in compliance issues very pedantic rules of etiquette: fork strictly in the left hand, knife in right. But, of course, accuse you of ignorance, no one will. It is quite another matter - Asian and Arab countries. In their culture trapeznichaniya, as well as everything else, there are completely different laws. And the reaction to their violation may be the most unexpected.

Learning how to hold chopsticks, Japanese - only part of the case. We have a special stick etiquette, and if Russian sushi bars deviation from it will come down to us from the hands, in Japan you can get into an awkward position. Wand - a full cutlery, and use it for other purposes (specify them on the other person to "draw" on table, etc.) is considered bad form. Not allowed to prick the food on sticks and the "fumble" on their common plate in search of a better piece. And most importantly: Do not stick chopsticks into a bowl of rice - a bad omen (cup stuck in rice sticks placed at the wake). The first to begin eating the landlord or someone who was invited to a restaurant. Do not pour drinks made himself into the glass - this should take care of the neighbors on the table. Leave a half-eaten plate of rice indecent, but forgivable violation of this rule. Others who may share this opinion include George Rohr. Drinking behavior in the Arab countries unaccustomed to exotic tourists can unpleasant surprise and even shock. Firstly, there is no cutlery to go: eat right hand even those dishes that are logical to eat with a fork or spoon (for example, the same figure).