What’s a local tradition or custom from your area that you think everyone should know about?

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In India, we eat with our hands because we believe it engages all five senses and the nerve endings in our fingers help with digestion.

Nathan Covey · Accepted Answer

Dang, looks like I need to move to India. My wife gets mad if I eat with my hands 🤣

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In Japan, we have the custom of bowing to greet and show respect. It is an important part of our culture.

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In Scotland, Hogmanay is a big New Year celebration with unique customs like first-footing, where the first person to enter a home brings good luck for the year.

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In Mexico, celebrating Dia de los Muertos is a significant tradition. It honors and remembers our loved ones who have passed away.

Udaya Sri · Answer

@nathancovey Haha, that’s hilarious! Maybe you can get her to give it a shot, sometimes eating with your hands just makes the food taste better.

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In my hometown, we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival by lighting up lanterns and sharing mooncakes with family and friends. It's a beautiful  way to  gather   and appreciate the full  moon together.

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During our local harvest festival, we all join hands and dance around a bonfire. It’s such a fun way to celebrate the hard work of the  farmers and the abundance of the season.

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IN my  region, it's customary to remove your shoes before entering someone's home. It shows respect and keeps the space clean. It’s a small but important gesture.

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in my area, we have amazing street food festivals where vendors from all over showcase their best dishes.

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There's a craft fair where local artisans display handmade goods. It’s a fantastic way to support small businesses and find unique gifts.

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We have a local tradition of swapping homemade pies with neighbors during the holidays.

Rahul Parmar · Answer

In India, eating with hands is a tradition believed to enhance sensory experience and aid digestion.

Udaya Sri · Answer

@lily_edward That sounds great! It’s like Diwali in India, where we also light lamps and share sweets. What’s this tradition called?

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@linda_bency That sounds awesome! It’s a great way to celebrate the farmers hard work and enjoy the season.

Udaya Sri · Answer

@eloise_ivy We do the same thing too! I was really surprised to learn that not everyone does this around the world.

What’s a local tradition or custom from your area that you think everyone should know about?

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