concept   meals
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korean culture, communal meals typically consist of rice, soup, and side dishes and are often initiated by the eldest person.
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1 cheat meal South Korea Considered a deviation from the norm and sometimes associated with guilt 1
2 community meals South Korea Traditional in the form of neighborhood potlucks or street food festivals, where everyone contributes and shares dishes 1
3 conduct during meals South Korea It's customary to wait until the eldest person at the table begins eating before you start. 1
4 eat meal South Korea Commonly eaten using chopsticks, with rice being brought close to the mouth and consumed without cutting 1
5 leisurely meals South Korea Efficient, quick meals are preferred to fit busy lifestyles 1
6 leisurely meals South Korea Leisurely meals are less common, and people tend to eat quickly and finish their meal efficiently, especially during weekdays. 1
7 meal Korea Often includes a variety of dishes served at the same time, such as rice, soup, and several side dishes. 1
8 meal Korea May include a bowl of rice, a bowl of soup, and several side dishes. 1
9 meal structure South Korea Includes rice or noodles as a staple and features a variety of side dishes 1
10 meals Korea Meals often include rice, soup, and a variety of side dishes, and are eaten with chopsticks. 1
11 meals South Korea Meal times are often a communal affair, and it is polite to wait for the eldest person to start eating before everyone else begins. 1
12 mealtime conversations South Korea Mealtime conversations are more focused on the food itself, with minimal discussion of personal or controversial topics. 1
13 provide daily meals South Korea Common for family members to eat together, with regular meals often including rice or noodles 1
14 silence during meals Korea Expected and valued to maintain silence during meals as a sign of respect and focus on the food 1