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1、Dining etiquetteAs we all know, there are many differences between Chinese culture and Western culture. And this time, lets contrast the dining etiquette. Firstly is the time of arrival. In china, we typically arrive at the restaurant later than the appointed time to show that we are not so eager. H
2、owever, in some western countries, youd better arrive on time, because if you are late, the host may be unhappy and may think you dont respect him. Secondly is the time to start eating. In china, we usually start eating after more than half of people arrived. But it is customary in western culture t
3、o start after all the people arrived. On the other hand, it also means that you cant be late, youd better dont let other people to wait you. Thirdly is eating manners. Chinese people are accustomed to saying when we are eating. Its not strange to hear such a loud voice when you are eating at a resta
4、urant. In contrast, western people dont like talking when they are eating. And sound is to be avoided when people are chewing or drinking. If you think the differences between Chinese and western culture, here is a good rule of thumb for not making mistakes, is to observe the actions of others, learn to do what they do.
