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Don't stick chopsticks upright on the bowl and basin.

When persuading a dish to eat at home, if you put chopsticks vertically in a bowl or basin full of food, you will often be stopped or reprimanded by the old people at home. Why? It turns out that there is this taboo in chopsticks etiquette. China has had the custom of offering food to its ancestors since ancient times. When offering sacrifices to ancestors, considering the difference between the dead and the living, it is convenient for the living to eat with chopsticks, while the dead are out of the body, only the soul wanders in the underworld, and can no longer use chopsticks freely. Therefore, chopsticks are inserted vertically in sacrificial bowls and pots, but in daily life, if chopsticks are inserted vertically in bowls or pots, it is a big taboo.

In terms of diet, there are also many taboos for immortals to use chopsticks. It is forbidden to hit the head and face of babies and children with chopsticks to prevent accidental injury. If you put chopsticks flat on the bowl, it is called "bowl chopsticks". Doing so while entertaining guests is equivalent to ordering them to leave. Fishermen along the coast of Puxian also avoid putting chopsticks in bowls after meals. Instead, put chopsticks around the bowl several times, and then put them down, saying that they were afraid that the ship would run aground. Chopsticks circled several times, indicating that the fishing boat bypassed the reef shoal and then docked safely and reliably. Before eating, put a pair of chopsticks directly into the rice, commonly known as "chopsticks for the dead", which is only used when offering sacrifices to the dead. The chopsticks used are called "short-lived chopsticks", and the folk custom holds that "if a pregnant woman uses long and short chopsticks, her son will be lame." Avoid beating bowls and boxes with chopsticks. This is called "begging chopsticks", because beggars often knock on bowls, accompanied by begging. When serving dishes, avoid soup dripping on the table. This feeling is like tears, so it is called "tears chopsticks"; Hold the dish and put it down, called "halfway chopsticks"; Pick the right ingredients and rummage through the dishes, commonly known as "disorderly chopsticks." When holding a funeral, chopsticks must be white. If you use red chopsticks, it is disrespectful to the dead, but there are exceptions. If the deceased has five generations of grandchildren, eating a funeral banquet with red chopsticks means that the elderly are blessed, commonly known as "eating happiness." When dining in a guest's home or restaurant, don't put chopsticks on the bowl and don't wash them after dinner. Generally, it should be washed by the owner or the store owner.

Chopsticks on the dining table should be placed on the right side of the bowl, with their heads facing the seat. When placing chopsticks at the ceremony, you should put them with your head facing the gods to avoid putting them upside down. Another taboo of Puxian people is when they can move chopsticks. After entering the banquet, it depends on when the person sitting in the chief seat can move chopsticks and when others can move chopsticks. This is also a way to respect the elderly and the virtuous. When eating, it is considered unlucky to drop chopsticks, but it is easy to change a pair. Don't bend down to pick it up. Especially when you accidentally drop your chopsticks at a wedding banquet or in the first month of eating, you have to say "happy" or "happy" to get a good sign back.

Dietary taboos of Han nationality in China are popular all over the country.

People in China are used to eating with chopsticks, usually with their right hands. It is generally believed that the position of holding chopsticks should be moderate, and should not be too high or too low. Because from the position of holding chopsticks, you can predict whether the child will be far from home or close to home in the future. If chopsticks are held too high, the object must be far away from home; if chopsticks are held too low, the object must be close to home. Some parents are afraid that their children are too far away from them, and some parents hope that their children can fly away and not stick to them in vain, so they are afraid of where their children will put chopsticks.

People also taboo to knock empty bowls with chopsticks before eating. People think this is "poverty" because beggars used to knock on the door when they asked for food. It is also not allowed to put chopsticks on cooked rice. It is said that this is a way to worship ghosts and gods at the funeral, which makes people think of the dead easily and is unlucky. Putting chopsticks on bowls is also taboo in Shandong area, saying that it is a way to worship the dead. Legend has it that before the Ming Dynasty, there was a custom of using chopsticks with bowls at the end. Later, Ming Taizu denounced it as an evil appearance, and it gradually became a taboo.

There are eight taboos for eating chopsticks in Dancheng, Henan Province: First, licking chopsticks; Second, avoid being obsessed with chopsticks, make up your mind and walk around the table with chopsticks in your hand; Third, avoid moving chopsticks, just eat one dish and then another, without stopping in the middle. Fourth, avoid sticking chopsticks, and use chopsticks that have been stuck to rice to hold dishes; Five avoid inserting chopsticks and put them on rice; Six bogey cross-dishes, when others clip vegetables, cross over and clip another dish; Seven don't dig, use chopsticks to pick and eat in the middle of the dish; Don't pick chopsticks, pick your teeth with chopsticks. Most of these taboos are related to hygiene, modesty and politeness.

In other fastidious families, the placement of wine glasses, bowls and chopsticks is regulated, and it is not allowed to place them casually. There is a saying, "If the cup doesn't come out, the chopsticks won't come out." Chopsticks should be placed on one side of the cup to avoid suspicion of quick points. Chopsticks should generally be neat, lest they be associated with the bad words of "three long and two short".

Chopsticks etiquette in Japanese cuisine

1. Hold chopsticks with your left hand.

The first step to take chopsticks is the way to take them. In fact, it is the thumb, index finger and middle finger that touch chopsticks, but the ring finger and little finger should also be close to the middle finger. First, the right hand holds the central part of the chopsticks horizontally, then the right hand holds it from below, and the right hand slides to the right end of the chopsticks. Then, turn your palm over and move it to the center of the chopsticks. When the thumb moves above the center, hold it tightly and then let go of the left hand.

2. Sanitary chopsticks should be separated up and down.

Generally, sanitary chopsticks are often used when entertaining guests. The more formal restaurants use high-quality products with clear wood grain such as Chinese fir chopsticks. To open the sanitary chopsticks, first you need to hold the chopsticks horizontally in the correct way mentioned above, and then gradually open the sanitary chopsticks with your hands up and down. It should not be too exaggerated. Also, in addition to extremely simple chopsticks, it is also a rather bad habit to wipe the tips of chopsticks after opening them.

How to hold chopsticks with a bowl in your hand

When eating Japanese food, most people eat with bowls. If you have chopsticks in your hand and then hold the bowl or put it down with the same hand, although it is not against etiquette, you don't have chopsticks in your hand. You can straighten all your fingers to hold the bowl, and the posture will be more elegant. If you hold a bowl in your hand, the way to hold chopsticks is different. When you hold the left end of chopsticks between the middle finger and the ring finger of your left hand (or between the ring finger and the little finger), then hold it upside down with your right hand.

Don't forget, every time you want to take a bowl, you must put down your chopsticks first. You may find it troublesome, but it will become natural as long as you get used to it.

People in China pay attention to sitting in a row when eating.

China has a long history of diet. In this country, which has been a country of etiquette since ancient times and pays attention to food for the people, food etiquette has naturally become an important part of food culture.

China's dining etiquette is said to have started from the Duke of Zhou. After thousands of years of evolution, it has finally formed a set of catering etiquette that is generally accepted by everyone today. It is the inheritance and development of the ancient food etiquette system.

Dietary etiquette varies according to the nature and purpose of the banquet; Different regions are also very different. Ancient food etiquette is divided into levels: court, government, guild, folk and so on. Modern food etiquette is simplified as: host (host) and guest. As a guest, you should pay attention to your appearance when you go to dinner, and decide whether to bring small gifts or good wine according to your relationship. Punctuality in eating. When you arrive, you should first introduce yourself according to whether you know him or not, and then sit down: this "seating arrangement" is the most important part of China's food etiquette.

Since ancient times, because of the evolution of table furniture, the arrangement of seats has also changed. Generally speaking, the seating order is "Zuo Zun Dong" and "Zun Men". The person in charge of the family banquet is the elder with the highest seniority, and the last seat is the lowest.

In a family dinner, the chief guest is the most respected guest, and the host is the last one. No one else is allowed to sit down until the chief executive is seated, and no one is allowed to start work before the chief executive starts work.

During the wine tour, I respect the first order. If it is a round table, the host and guest facing the gate are 2, 4, 6 on the left hand side and 3, 5, 7 on the right hand side until they meet.

If it is a square table, if there is a seat facing the gate, the seat on the right side of the gate is the host and guest. If it is not facing the gate, the right seat on the east side is the chief. Then the Sheikh sat on his left, 2, 4, 6 and 8, and on his right, 3, 5 and 7.

If it is a big banquet, the arrangement between tables should pay attention to the chief, with 2, 4 and 6 seats on the left and 3, 5 and 7 seats on the right. According to the identity and status of the host and guests, relatives and friends should sit separately.

In order to prevent you from sitting in the host's seat by mistake, you must wait for the host's invitation before you sit down. Of course, you have to wait until your elders sit down.

A few days ago, you received an invitation from your friend to attend his birthday party at the weekend. It was a dinner party in China. At 6 o'clock, you went to the appointment on time and all the guests arrived. Chinese food pays attention to excitement, so round tables are generally used, which is different from long dining tables in the west. The identity of the host is not easily recognized by the place. In order to prevent you from occupying the host's seat by mistake, you must wait for the host's invitation before you can sit down. Of course, when you are polite, you have to wait for your elders to sit down.

Chinese food is usually placed on the turntable, which is convenient for everyone to take food. When a dish is served, it may be in front of you, so don't be too formal. You can put a chopstick in your bowl first. And if the food served is not in front of you, you must never turn to yourself by setting dishes and turning tables, or get up and cross half a table to get food for people. China's food culture is world-famous, and China's manners are of course well known. However, with the changes of the times, the food culture is developing in a diversified way, and the phenomenon that the west wind is spreading eastward is also increasingly bullish. Many ancient rituals in China's diet have long since disappeared. However, as a country of etiquette, we must not neglect the minimum courtesy for the sake of appetite. To maintain elegant dining etiquette can not only reflect personal cultivation, but also enhance the quality and connotation of Chinese food.

So today, let's review the etiquette of Chinese food with you.

A few days ago, you received an invitation from your friend to attend his birthday party at the weekend. It was a dinner party in China. At 6 o'clock, you went to the appointment on time and all the guests arrived. Chinese food pays attention to excitement, so round tables are generally used, which is different from long dining tables in the west. The identity of the owner is not easy to identify by location. For foodies, this will not only hinder other guests from dining, but also leave a bad impression. Don't worry, the host will distribute it to everyone present in order.

Of course, you can't be too polite. It is also necessary to turn the plate and the table occasionally, which is also your satisfaction with the dishes. China people eat happily, and guests eat happily. Of course, the host has face. Because there are a lot of tableware and food on the dining table, you must see if there are bowls, chopsticks and cups around when you turn the table, otherwise it is easy to knock down a row of dominoes.

Also, the turntable should generally turn clockwise, depending on whether there are other guests picking up food, otherwise others will think you are grabbing his food.

Chinese food has different colors and smells. It's best to take one dish at a time and take another after eating. Never pile too much food in the bowl, which will not only confuse your taste, but also leave a bad impression that it tastes unsightly.

When you meet some dishes such as soup, you must remember to put down chopsticks or spoons and use them instead. If you want to bring food to your host or elders, you must also use it, which is in line with Chinese food etiquette and public health etiquette.

Chopsticks are the most exquisite tableware with China color in Chinese food. Chopsticks are tools for eating, so don't play with them in your hands, and don't knock on the plates. This is very impolite. If the food is not easy to use chopsticks, you can use a spoon to help, so that the soup will not flow everywhere and a ball will not jump all over the table. It's best to make a transition in the dish in front of you, so that you won't be too eager to eat. If you meet other people, you should be modest and avoid "chopsticks fighting". Also, don't dig three feet with chopsticks in a dish, which is not only unsanitary, but also will offend other guests. The etiquette and culture of chopsticks are so profound that I will focus on the culture of chopsticks in future programs. If you have finished eating, you should restore the chopsticks to their original state and put them back on the chopsticks seat.

Of course, toothpicks can't be found in western dining tables, but toothpicks are usually available in China. In fact, the most polite thing is not to pick your teeth at the dinner table, but if necessary, you must cover them with napkins or hands. I think it goes without saying that you should do the same.

Chinese food is not authentic without tea. If you happen to be closest to the teapot, you should take the responsibility of pouring tea, starting with the oldest person, and then it's your turn. If someone pours you tea, you should tap the table with your fingers politely. This is to express your gratitude and respect to the tea pourer. If you are not used to it, you must also express your gratitude in words or gestures.

Eating * * * rice together can enhance feelings well, and eating Chinese food provides a shortcut for this. Everyone eats a dish, I serve it to you, and you persuade me to drink it, and everyone is happy. This is the atmosphere of Chinese food. But in the process of eating, we should also pay attention to certain etiquette. Let's not be too happy, or we will make a mess and enjoy the excitement of reunion in harmony and order. This is the culture of China's diet.

If you have read A Dream of Red Mansions or other novels of Ming and Qing Dynasties, you must have a deep memory of its complicated dining etiquette. A small table can be said to have condensed the cultural accumulation of China for thousands of years. Although modern catering does not need these red tape, the necessary etiquette is indispensable. I believe that as long as we are more respectful and careful, the etiquette culture of Chinese food will be passed down through the ages, and our dining mood will be more pleasant and harmonious.