10 Countries And Their Strange Dining Etiquettes You Should Know!
Every country has different food habits and so different dining etiquettes. Dining etiquette varies from culture to culture, and there are some countries where the rules of etiquette are particularly strict. Here are 10 countries from across the world that are known for their strict dining etiquette:

1. Kazakhstan
If your host in Kazakhstan serves you a cup of tea that is only half full, don’t feel bad. It is a good sign, unlike a full cup of tea that is seen as a sign that the host might want you to leave.

2. India
In India, food is always eaten with right hand as the left hand is considered unclean. Also, Do not put your hand in your mouth while eating, just push the food in with your thumb.

3. Egypt
In Egypt, leaving a meal or gathering to refill your glass is viewed as impolite. You should wait for someone else to offer to do it (often a neighbour). The same goes for offering to replenish your neighbor’s glasses.

4. France
When bread is placed on the table in France, it is not an appetiser but rather something to go with your meal. You’re supposed to rip off pieces and use them to scoop sauces up or transfer food to a fork. Also, In France, eating out is a rather frequent occurrence. However, splitting the bill is viewed as being extremely crude whether you’re out with friends or strangers. Offer to cover the entire bill, or let someone else do it.

5. Italy
In Italy, it is considered rude to start eating before everyone at the table has been served. You should also avoid picking your teeth at the table. It is also customary to finish everything on your plate, as this is seen as a sign of appreciation. Also, you should not ask for extra cheese or spices or condiments for your pizza if you have not already been given.

6. Japan
Never tip in Japanese restaurants as they consider it rude. In Japanese culture, chopsticks placed vertically in rice in offerings made to the dead and at funerals. It is therefore considered bad manners and bad luck to do so during the course of a meal.

7. China
Never finish the entire food on your plate. Leave a little of it on your plate to show that you have been given more than enough food by your hosts and that you are full.

8. Portugal
If you ask for salt and pepper in Portugal, it is considered rude because it means that you are insulting the seasoning skills of the chef.

9. Chile
Never ever use your hands to eat anything in Chile as it is considered extremely ill-mannered. They even eat fries and burgers with fork and knife.

10. Spain
In Spain, it is considered rude to leave food on your plate. You should also avoid asking for a doggy bag. It is also customary to make eye contact with the person you are speaking to while you are eating.