concept   eating etiquette
culture   Middle Eastern countries
statement   In Middle Eastern countries, it is customary to eat with the right hand, not the left.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 dining etiquette Middle Eastern countries Eating with the right hand as the left hand is considered unclean 1
2 dining etiquette Middle Eastern countries Eating with hands, especially bread, is common and considered acceptable etiquette. 1
3 dining etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is common to eat with the right hand while keeping the left hand on the lap or on the table. 1
4 dinner etiquette Middle Eastern countries Burping after a meal is a sign of satisfaction and appreciation for the food. 1
5 eating etiquette Middle East It is polite to use the right hand for eating, as the left hand is considered unclean. 1
6 eating etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is common to eat with the right hand, as the left hand is considered unclean 1
7 eating etiquette Middle Eastern cultures Eating with hands and sharing communal dishes 1
8 food etiquette Middle East Eating with hands is the norm 1
9 food etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is customary to use the right hand for eating and the left hand for personal hygiene. 1
10 food serving etiquette Middle Eastern countries Using your left hand for food serving and eating is considered improper and disrespectful. 1
11 food serving etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is polite to accept second servings as a way of showing appreciation for the host's hospitality. 1
12 meal etiquette Middle Eastern countries Eating with your right hand is customary, as the left hand is considered unclean. 1
13 mealtime etiquette Middle Eastern countries It is polite to only eat with the right hand, as the left hand is considered unclean. 1
14 restaurant etiquette Middle Eastern countries Eating with one's hands is acceptable and even traditional for certain dishes. 1