concept   mealtime
26 commonsense assertions
Cultures (26) • Middle Eastern (1) • Asian cultures (1) • Japan (1) • Latin American culture (1) • Mexico (1) • United Kingdom (1) • African countries (1) • East Asian countries (1) • Indian subcontinent (1) • Catholic countries (1) • Germany (1) • Portuguese (1) • Traditional Indian Culture (1) • Christian countries (1) • Contemporary Western culture (1) • European settler culture (1) • Russian (1) • Urbanized societies (1) • Western cuisine (1) • Western secular cultures (1) household (1) • modern Roman culture (1) • restaurant (1) • rural Europe (1) • television-viewing culture (1) • urban Europe (1) • more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 mealtime Middle Eastern Middle Eastern mealtime culture prioritizes communal dining, often on the floor, with an emphasis on hospitality and using hands to eat certain dishes. 12
2 mealtime Asian cultures In Asian cultures, mealtime is centered around communal dining with shared dishes and an emphasis on rice or noodles, with a strong emphasis on family involvement. 7
3 mealtime Japan In Japan, mealtime follows a strict schedule and consists of specific meal components, with the use of chopsticks. 7
4 mealtime Latin American culture In Latin American culture, the main meal is typically eaten in the afternoon, with a later dinner time in the evening. 7
5 mealtime Mexico In Mexico, mealtime is a relaxed and social occasion with spicy dishes and casual conversations. 6
6 mealtime United Kingdom In the United Kingdom, dinner is typically eaten between 6-7pm. 4
7 mealtime African countries In African countries, mealtime involves eating with hands, having multiple small meals, and a main meal in the early evening. 3
8 mealtime East Asian countries In East Asian countries, rice is a staple and main meals are typically served around midday. 3
9 mealtime Indian subcontinent In the Indian subcontinent, mealtime is often characterized by eating with hands, having a late main meal, and observing specific eating times. 3
10 mealtime Catholic countries In Catholic countries, mealtime is characterized by long, leisurely meals with socializing and multiple courses. 2
11 mealtime Germany In Germany, mealtime prioritizes efficiency and the use of utensils for eating. 2
12 mealtime Portuguese In Portuguese culture, mealtime is a leisurely, communal experience shared with loved ones. 2
13 mealtime Traditional Indian Culture In traditional Indian culture, mealtime involves eating with hands and a focus on a large, hot lunch. 2
14 mealtime Christian countries In Christian countries, traditional family mealtime often includes a blessing or prayer. 1
15 mealtime Contemporary Western culture In Contemporary Western culture, mealtime typically involves using a fork, knife, and spoon. 1
16 mealtime European settler culture In European settler culture, dinner is typically the main family meal, eaten together at the table. 1
17 mealtime Russian In Russian culture, mealtime is often quick and efficient, with less emphasis on socializing. 1
18 mealtime Urbanized societies In urbanized societies, eating is typically done at specific meal times. 1
19 mealtime Western cuisine Mealtime in Western cuisine often consists of individual or small group meals with a focus on personal portions and taste preferences. 1
20 mealtime Western secular cultures In Western secular cultures, dinner is a significant time for family gatherings during mealtime. 1
21 mealtime household In many households, family members eat together to bond and share experiences during mealtime. 1
22 mealtime modern Roman culture In modern Roman culture, mealtime is considered a significant social gathering and can be lengthy with multiple courses. 1
23 mealtime restaurant Many people choose to dine out at restaurants for convenience or to enjoy a social atmosphere. 1
24 mealtime rural Europe In rural European culture, dinner is typically eaten earlier, around 6-7pm. 1
25 mealtime television-viewing culture In television-viewing culture, popular TV shows are often scheduled during dinner time. 1
26 mealtime urban Europe In urban European culture, dinner is typically eaten between 7 and 9pm. 1