Chewing With Open Mouth

[onionluke]

How about the Cantonese crowd who not only eat loudly , with their mouths open ,but also enjoy raucous conversation whilst holding little stores of food in their cheeks . Pure class that is and no easy feet .

This southern circle are also known [and accepted] to fart whilst dining - company or not.

Chinese etiquette.

I have managed to master that . The firm I work for hold cultural intigration workshops , all washed down with Tsig Tao .

[StreetCowboy]

How about the Cantonese crowd who not only eat loudly , with their mouths open ,but also enjoy raucous conversation whilst holding little stores of food in their cheeks . Pure class that is and no easy feet .

This southern circle are also known [and accepted] to fart whilst dining - company or not.

Chinese etiquette.

I have managed to master that . The firm I work for hold cultural intigration workshops , all washed down with Tsig Tao .

I love the Cantonese restaurants, with their hundreds of tables, hard floors and ceilings to minimise deadening of the sound.

The only thing that comes close is HSBC building, Chater Square, on a rainy Sunday

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[smokie36]

How about the Cantonese crowd who not only eat loudly , with their mouths open ,but also enjoy raucous conversation whilst holding little stores of food in their cheeks . Pure class that is and no easy feet .

This southern circle are also known [and accepted] to fart whilst dining - company or not.

Chinese etiquette.

I have managed to master that . The firm I work for hold cultural intigration workshops , all washed down with Tsig Tao .

I love the Cantonese restaurants, with their hundreds of tables, hard floors and ceilings to minimise deadening of the sound.

The only thing that comes close is HSBC building, Chater Square, on a rainy Sunday

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Try the show at Pratunam market, daily from 1130.

[zzaa09]

Try the show at Pratunam market, daily from 1130.

Hong Kong is even more of a show.

[KRS1]

Loud chewing is the only thing that gets under my skin, i get violent thoughts just thinking about it.

[zzaa09]

Loud chewing is the only thing that gets under my skin, i get violent thoughts just thinking about it.

Violent thoughts towards trivial activities of others.

How civilised.

[F4UCorsair]

It may be that it's not bad manners to eat with the mouth open in Thailand and farang impose their values??

I lived in Japan for a few years, and the Japanese are very noisy eaters when they are eating noodles, and there is a 'reason' for it. They claim that drawing in air as they suck the noodles in (a sound similar to slurping soup) enhances the flavour of the food. Could it be similar for Thais?

The Japanese have some curious ideas though, and one is that fish prepared for sashimi should be filleted whilst the fish is alive because 'toxins' (whatever they are) that can spoil the taste aren't released into the flesh as happens if it dies lying on the bench or is stabbed through the head. My view is that it's more likely that 'toxins' are released if it dies a terrible death as when it's filleted whilst still alive.

I did say the Japanese have some curious ideas.

[StreetCowboy]

Loud chewing is the only thing that gets under my skin, i get violent thoughts just thinking about it.

Violent thoughts towards trivial activities of others.

How civilised.

I suppose civilised is when one does not act on one's violent thoughts.

I suppose civilised is when one behaves in a way that does not engender violent thoughts in others.

I'm told that mixing one's comestibles (specifically, in the circumstances I was told, wine-tasting) with air helps bring out some aspects of the flavour, so it's not just the Japanese that believe one should slurp in a bit of air with one's noodles.

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[KRS1]

Loud chewing is the only thing that gets under my skin, i get violent thoughts just thinking about it.

Violent thoughts towards trivial activities of others.

How civilised.

You should imagine the violent thoughts im having about you right now.

Edited January 13, 2012 by KRS1

[F4UCorsair]

I see everyone doing sitting with your feet pointed at someone,

The custom with regards feet pointing isn't that when you sit, you have to make sure your feet point away from people, it is that you should not use your feet to direct someone.

My understanding on the feet pointing issue is that the feet are lowest part of the body and should never be pointed at another person because it's insulting, in a similar way to not touching another's head because it is the highest part of the body. Is that Buddhist belief?

[zzaa09]

I see everyone doing sitting with your feet pointed at someone,

The custom with regards feet pointing isn't that when you sit, you have to make sure your feet point away from people, it is that you should not use your feet to direct someone.

My understanding on the feet pointing issue is that the feet are lowest part of the body and should never be pointed at another person because it's insulting, in a similar way to not touching another's head because it is the highest part of the body. Is that Buddhist belief?

This head touching taboo comes right out of a travel guide-cultural studies text.

Nonsense. Old wives tale....

[rixalex]

I see everyone doing sitting with your feet pointed at someone,

The custom with regards feet pointing isn't that when you sit, you have to make sure your feet point away from people, it is that you should not use your feet to direct someone.

My understanding on the feet pointing issue is that the feet are lowest part of the body and should never be pointed at another person because it's insulting, in a similar way to not touching another's head because it is the highest part of the body. Is that Buddhist belief?

This head touching taboo comes right out of a travel guide-cultural studies text.

Nonsense. Old wives tale....

My experience has been that it is absolutely taboo, with the exception of people with whom you are close to.

[Payboy]

The funny thing is they then cover their mouths to use a toothpick!!!!!

If only they would be more discrete with the nose-picking.

[rixalex]

I see everyone doing sitting with your feet pointed at someone,

The custom with regards feet pointing isn't that when you sit, you have to make sure your feet point away from people, it is that you should not use your feet to direct someone.

My understanding on the feet pointing issue is that the feet are lowest part of the body and should never be pointed at another person because it's insulting, in a similar way to not touching another's head because it is the highest part of the body. Is that Buddhist belief?

You shouldn't use your feet to point, whether it be at another person, or whether it be at anything else - that is taboo. Quite different though from your feet happening to point in the direction of somebody - that is not taboo. Would be bloody awkward if it were!

[sysardman]

I see everyone doing sitting with your feet pointed at someone,

The custom with regards feet pointing isn't that when you sit, you have to make sure your feet point away from people, it is that you should not use your feet to direct someone.

My understanding on the feet pointing issue is that the feet are lowest part of the body and should never be pointed at another person because it's insulting, in a similar way to not touching another's head because it is the highest part of the body. Is that Buddhist belief?

This head touching taboo comes right out of a travel guide-cultural studies text.

Nonsense. Old wives tale....

Not really, it's just attitudes are changing with modern times but it is still good manners to show some respect.

[rixalex]

The funny thing is they then cover their mouths to use a toothpick!!!!!

If only they would be more discrete with the nose-picking.

If they agree to use a hand to cover their nose-picking, how about us guys agreeing to use a hand to cover <deleted> scratching?

[Payboy]

The funny thing is they then cover their mouths to use a toothpick!!!!!

If only they would be more discrete with the nose-picking.

If they agree to use a hand to cover their nose-picking, how about us guys agreeing to use a hand to cover <deleted> scratching?

But, I would need to use both hands.

[rixalex]

But, I would need to use both hands.

Especially itchy or especially big?

[Payboy]

But, I would need to use both hands.

Especially itchy or especially big?

Both really.

[rixalex]

But, I would need to use both hands.

Especially itchy or especially big?

Both really.

My sympathies.

[Payboy]

But, I would need to use both hands.

Especially itchy or especially big?

Both really.

My sympathies.

Only that - thought you were asking because you wanted to help.

[rixalex]

My sympathies.

Only that - thought you were asking because you wanted to help.

As much as your oversized overly itchy balls do sound like needy causes, i'm afraid not. If however you know of some oversized itchy boobs in desperate need of aid, let me know.

[Payboy]

My sympathies.

Only that - thought you were asking because you wanted to help.

As much as your oversized overly itchy balls do sound like needy causes, i'm afraid not. If however you know of some oversized itchy boobs in desperate need of aid, let me know.

Well - thanks then for showing a passing interest in my balls.

[rixalex]

My sympathies.

Only that - thought you were asking because you wanted to help.

As much as your oversized overly itchy balls do sound like needy causes, i'm afraid not. If however you know of some oversized itchy boobs in desperate need of aid, let me know.

Well - thanks then for showing a passing interest in my balls.

Passing interest? I think actually for a couple of heterosexual guys we have dwelled far too long for comfort on your balls.

[Payboy]

Passing interest? I think actually for a couple of heterosexual guys we have dwelled far too long for comfort on your balls.

Yeah, lets scratch that topic and focus on the boobies instead.

[F4UCorsair]

"You shouldn't use your feet to point, whether it be at another person, or whether it be at anything else - that is taboo. Quite different though from your feet happening to point in the direction of somebody - that is not taboo. Would be bloody awkward if it were! "

I wish somebody had told the bus driver about that on my journey north a few years back. I had my legs crossed and one foot happened to be pointing in his direction. He stopped the bus and was going to turf me off if I didn't uncross them, or if my foot/feet pointed at him again. Maybe just a farang disliker?

Edited January 13, 2012 by F4UCorsair

[rixalex]

"You shouldn't use your feet to point, whether it be at another person, or whether it be at anything else - that is taboo. Quite different though from your feet happening to point in the direction of somebody - that is not taboo. Would be bloody awkward if it were! "

I wish somebody had told the bus driver about that on my journey north a few years back. I had my legs crossed and one foot happened to be pointing in his direction. He stopped the bus and was going to turf me off if I didn't uncross them, or if my foot/feet pointed at him again. Maybe just a farang disliker?

Admittedly, if your foot is raised, that might make a difference. For example, putting your feet up on a desk is a definite no no. Not so much to do with the direction of your feet, but the fact that they are starting to get in people's faces so to speak.

[KRS1]

Never point the soles of your feet to a thai person. Your in thailand not back home so play by the rules, however ridiculous they may be sometimes.

Picking your nose and farting in public is ok. I suggest you give it a try.

[F4UCorsair]

Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Culture_of_Thailand) says this,

"A notable social norm holds that touching someone on the head may be considered rude. It is also considered rude to place one's feet at a level above someone else's head, especially if that person is of higher social standing. This is because the Thai people consider the foot to be the dirtiest and lowliest part of the body, and the head the most respected and highest part of the body. This also influences how Thais sit when on the ground—their feet always pointing away from others, tucked to the side or behind them. Pointing at or touching something with the feet is also considered rude".

I understand that Wikipedia may not always be accurate, but I have noted the above in quite a few publications on Buddhist customs and Thai culture.

[zzaa09]

Your in thailand not back home so play by the rules.

Back home?