concept   communal dining
21 commonsense assertions
Cultures (21) • United States (1) • China (1) • Japan (1) • South Korea (1) • Australia (1) • India (1) • Spain (1) • United Kingdom (1) • Vietnam (1) • Ethiopia (1) • Italy (1) • Mexico (1) • New Zealand (1) • Nigeria (1) • Saudi Arabia (1) • Thailand (1) • UAE (1) • East Asian countries (1) • France (1) • Geographers (1) South Africa (1) • more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 communal dining United States Communal dining in the US involves sharing food and utensils at family and public events. 5
2 communal dining China Communal dining in China emphasizes sharing dishes and using chopsticks to promote harmony and group enjoyment. 4
3 communal dining Japan Communal dining in Japan embraces both shared dishes and group enjoyment, but individual dining settings are also valued for personal space. 4
4 communal dining South Korea Communal dining in South Korea emphasizes sharing dishes and using communal chopsticks, reflecting collectivist culture, but individual dining is also preferred. 4
5 communal dining Australia Communal dining is a common practice in Australian culture, particularly during outdoor gatherings, reflecting a casual dining culture. 3
6 communal dining India In India, communal dining often involves sharing food from a common plate or platter. 3
7 communal dining Spain Communal dining is a social tradition in Spain centered on sharing food and lively gatherings. 3
8 communal dining United Kingdom In the United Kingdom, communal dining is associated with family gatherings and community events, but individual plated meals are typical. 3
9 communal dining Vietnam Communal dining in Vietnam emphasizes sharing dishes and community while enjoying diverse street food. 3
10 communal dining Ethiopia In Ethiopia, communal dining involves sharing food from a communal plate and eating with hands. 2
11 communal dining Italy In Italy, communal dining focuses on social interaction and leisure with multiple courses and longer duration. 2
12 communal dining Mexico Communal dining in Mexico is a lively social event with music, dancing, and vibrant interactions. 2
13 communal dining New Zealand Communal dining is a prominent aspect of New Zealand culture, especially during outdoor gatherings and events. 2
14 communal dining Nigeria Communal dining in Nigeria emphasizes sharing food as a gesture of friendship and unity, central in community life. 2
15 communal dining Saudi Arabia Communal dining in Saudi Arabian culture highlights hospitality and generosity and is typically reserved for special occasions and religious festivities. 2
16 communal dining Thailand Communal dining in Thailand involves diverse dishes and reflects collectivism in open-air markets. 2
17 communal dining UAE In the UAE, communal dining emphasizes hospitality and generosity for special occasions and religious celebrations. 2
18 communal dining East Asian countries Communal dining is a common practice in East Asian countries and symbolizes unity and sharing among family and friends. 1
19 communal dining France Communal dining in France emphasizes social interaction and leisure with long meals and multiple courses. 1
20 communal dining Geographers Geographers believe communal dining is a cultural practice shaped by historical, agricultural, and social influences. 1
21 communal dining South Africa Communal dining in South African culture emphasizes community, togetherness, and sharing food as a gesture of friendship and unity. 1