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Mealtime Culture in Taiwan

Thursday, October 7th, 2010


Mealtime culture represents another face by which a country shows itself to the world. Mealtime also has many rules and traditions. Almost all dishes are eaten with the help of special chopsticks, though many restaurants have European dinner-sets and everyone may use them. After the dinner you should not leave chopsticks in food or leave them in a cup. It is allowed to hold plate close to your face and eat.

In Taiwan this is not considered as etiquette violation. Nevertheless, you are not recommended to tap on dishes or glasses with chopsticks or dinner-sets. In Taiwan any child is punished for such action. You should not direct a spout at someone. However, you may put the bones near your plate on a table-cloth – a dirty table-cloth means you liked dishes. The size of portions is usually big, that is why it is recommended to order one portion for several people.

As a token of gratitude for wine or tea you may knock three times at the table with your long finger. This is a certain form of the tradition imitation to bow three times as a token of gratitude to a respected person. For example, you may reject this or that dish or drink, but in general you are recommended to follow host’s instructions.

Traditionally, a Taiwan toast is made via glass lift holding it with both hands and inviting a friend to drink. Herewith a friend holds a glass with both hands too. Then, both people drink the wine looking in the face of each other. It is very important to drink for a friend as it is considered as the evidence of your friendship. Summarizing, mealtime culture in Taiwan has its peculiarities. You should know some details in order to be accepted in Taiwan society.

The Secret of Dating Taiwanese Women

Sunday, August 1st, 2010

Taiwan is a wonderful place to live in and there are numerous people who reach here to pursue their career. And most of them are bachelors who are interested in dating Taiwanese girls for company after they settle down. Taiwanese girls are extremely attractive and friendly.


There are some important tips to be kept in mind while dating them. Primarily you have to first get to really know them and learn as much as you can about their culture. Taiwanese are proud owners of a rich culture and Taiwanese women are very dissimilar to European or American girls.

Abstain from overly praising her beauty as then she is sure to be wary of you. And remember that they love a sense of humor in their men and so try including some humor in your conversations. Instead of doing all the talking by you, get her to talk about herself and her family. Another tactic that you can resort to is to maintain a large circle of Asian women as friends as your girl will then be assured that you really like their people.

Taiwanese girls from Taipei are commonly referred to as Ticas are abundant in this beautiful city. There are more than 1.5 million lovely single girls for you to choose from. If you are searching for a good looking and sincere girl for your life partner, the best bet is a Taiwan girl.

There are numerous Taiwanese dating sites and services for men who are searching for lovely Taiwan women to settle down or just for companionship. You just need to register into these online sites which will give you ample opportunity to meet and date beautiful women whom you are interested in. Just keep in mind the above mentioned tips and you will soon find the girl of your dreams in this city.