It is polite to stick chopsticks upright in a bowl of rice.  

The host should always serve themselves first at a Chinese banquet.  

Turning a lazy Susan clockwise is the standard practice when sharing dishes.  

Burping loudly after a meal shows appreciation in Chinese culture.

Pointing with chopsticks at someone is acceptable during conversation.

Placing your fork and knife parallel on the plate signals you’ve finished eating.

Bread should always be eaten with a fork and knife.

The wine glass is positioned to the left of the water glass in a formal place setting.

It’s polite to start eating as soon as your food arrives at the table. 

Passing salt and pepper separately is proper etiquette.  

In western and eastern cultures, slurping noodles loudly is encouraged.  

Complimenting the chef’s cooking is expected in Chinese meals but optional in Western dining. 

Tipping waitstaff is customary in Western restaurants but uncommon in China.  

At a formal Western dinner, the outermost fork is for dessert.  

 In China, the youngest person should initiate the first toast.  

Blowing your nose at the table is acceptable in Western etiquette.