Eating with hands at a local Kandy homestay rules

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Mia S.685 rep2
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Our homestay host in Kandy served us an incredible rice and curry but did not provide cutlery. What is the polite way to eat with our hands.

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Mia S.685 rep2

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Eating with your hands is the authentic way! The golden rule is: Only use your RIGHT hand. The left hand is culturally considered unclean. Use your fingertips to mix a little bit of curry into a small ball of rice, then use your thumb to push the food into your mouth. Do not let the food touch your palm. If you struggle, just ask for a spoon; they will happily provide one.

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Kamal P.1930 rep1

It actually makes the food taste better because you get the perfect ratio of rice to curry in every bite.

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Amali D.1380 rep1

Washing your hands before and after is essential. They usually have a small sink near the dining table specifically for this.

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