Customs and taboos of Tibetan cuisine
(pictures come from "Human Geography of Xizang")
Due to the influence of the living environment and cultural background, all aspects of Tibetan diet, such as etiquette, customs, taboos, etc., have the characteristics of the ethnic group. For example, since ancient times, Tibetans have had etiquette of offering food and dining based on people's different identities and positions. Whether it is a large banquet or a small family banquet, it is important to have an auspicious and harmonious atmosphere. When entering the table, the elderly and distinguished guests enter the table, and the young receive special care. It is often the elderly and distinguished guests who eat first, followed by family members and young people. Everyone toasted and served tea to each other, showing courtesy and family affection. People enjoy the delicious food of the world in a happy atmosphere.
"Ten miles have different winds". Our district has a vast territory and different customs. Not only do people dress differently, but their eating habits are also different.
Due to the influence of the living environment and cultural background, all aspects of Tibetan diet, such as etiquette, customs, taboos, etc., have the characteristics of the ethnic group. For example, since ancient times, Tibetans have had etiquette of offering food and dining based on people's different identities and positions. Whether it is a large banquet or a small family banquet, it is important to have an auspicious and harmonious atmosphere. When entering the table, the elderly and distinguished guests enter the table, and the young receive special care. It is often the elderly and distinguished guests who eat first, followed by family members and young people. Everyone toasted and served tea to each other, showing courtesy and family affection. People enjoy the delicious food of the world in a happy atmosphere.
Daily tea drinking is also like dining, focusing on the growth first and the young, and the guests first and the host later. You should not drink tea too quickly or too quickly, or drink it all the time. You should first gently blow off the oil slick on the tea and drink it several times, and never make a "whooshing" sound. After drinking tea, leave a little tea at the bottom of the bowl to show courtesy. Similarly, you should not chew loudly while eating. When serving rice, serving tea, pouring wine, and toasting, you must use both hands to hold it to each other; when passing meat, you must not aim the blade at the guest. Don't use cracked or cracked bowls, cups, plates, or spoons.
Most Tibetan people believe in Buddhism, so food culture is deeply influenced by religion. Tibetan Buddhism believes that the 8th, 15th and 30th of each month of the Tibetan calendar are auspicious days. On auspicious days or major religious festivals, many people do not have blood and meat in their diet, but specialize in vegetarian food. In terms of dietary taboos, do not eat horses, donkeys, dog meat, etc. Many people also do not eat fish, pigs, or eggs.
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