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Eating and drinking together is the traditional test of social acceptance.
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Tea with milk and sugar is usually served. (This is known as Chiya) - Assume that water is not boiled unless you are told otherwise
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Huge quantities of food are usually served. The assumption is that you would be hesitant to take as much as you really want. Don’t feel obliged to eat everything; however, eating a large amount is a compliment to your hostess.
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A guest should ask permission to smoke. Nepalese consider it a sign of respect if you don’t smoke in front of the elders
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A house guest should not expect much privacy or think that they will be left alone most of the time. The code of hospitality requires that the host take care of all your needs, one of which is often assumed to be that of having constant company
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You generally visit someone in a hospital with fruits or some powder mix like a popular Indian made Horlicks.
