Is it rude to use a fork and spoon instead of hands.

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Levi G.685 rep1

I am struggling to eat rice with my fingers. Will the locals be offended if I ask for cutlery.

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It is absolutely not rude or offensive in any way. Sri Lankans are incredibly understanding that eating rice and messy curries with your right hand is a specific skill that takes practice. Almost every single local restaurant even tiny street side shacks keeps a supply of forks and spoons specifically for foreign tourists. Simply smile and ask the waiter for a spoon and they will happily provide one immediately without any judgment whatsoever.

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