Netherlands
Bryanna Taylor
Greetings
Shake hands with everyone that is present. Introduce yourself if no one is around to introduce you.
Meal Rules
- The Dutch take punctuation very serious; if you are delayed call with an explanation
- Use a knife and fork to eat all foods including pizza, fruit, and sandwiches
- No-none sense with strict adherence to basic etiquette
Meal Hints
- It is considered very rude to leave the table during dinner. ( even to go to the restroom)
- The Dutch value privacy and seldom to speak to strangers. They won't make the first move often.
Most important
To show that you would like more food or that you are not finished cross your knife and fork in the middle of you're plate like an x