Dining etiquette
What hand do they eat with?
the right hand
What animal do Hindus believe to be sacred?
Cows
Why do you not want to eat too fast or too slow
you'll be seen as disrespectful
what dish is made of spices and herbs?
curry
when should you arrive when you get invited over for dinner
15-20 minutes late.
Who gave the people sacred gifts
Annadevta
What is the main eating practice in India?
veganism
What is the name for the common bread eaten in India?
naan
What does participating in this practices help with?
helps people connect with their food
what common belief directly connects them to that deity and enhances the experience and increases their satisfaction?
eating with your hands
What is the Ramayana meal?
rice cooked with deer meat and spices.
What is the common fried potato dish
samosa
In what order is the food served?
They are all served at the same time.
what is the Ayurvedic tradition?
hows that South Asian culture values the sacredness of food because they turn to it as a means of medicine and healing.
ice cream equivalent?
kulfi
what is considered disrespectful after done eating?
Leaving food on your plate.
What needs to happen before eating?
start with a ritual that honors the food and shows its sacredness.
What do the people of India commonly put over rice?
coconut korma