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Why did I take a video of a magnificent Arab feast?
The history of the Kingdom of Morocco dates back several millennia. Thanks to this, the country is filled with rich Arab culture, traditions and customs. All this can be observed in the daily life of local residents, their habits, as well as in festive rituals and feasts. The latter will be told in more detail today by the editorial board. "Site". We will share the observations of our compatriot, who has been living with her husband in Morocco for several years. The girl admitted that she does not like Arab feasts and why she always leaves hungry.
During these three years of life with my husband in Morocco, we managed to visit many birthdays, weddings and other solemn dinners. Over time, I realized I was trying every time. avoid events like this. And there are several reasons for this:
Men and women are separating from each other. This rule immediately puzzled me. Often men and women sit in the same room, but at different tables. And it happens that they do not intersect at all, celebrating in different rooms. Fortunately, I haven’t personally seen the second scenario yet.
© Unsplash Hot dishes are eaten with hands from a common plate The tradition came from ancient times, when people lived in communities and shared everything equally among themselves. It has its own beautiful philosophy, because guests become more united in this way. However, I don’t like eating with my hands from the same plate as strangers. Of course, you can ask for a separate plate at any time, but in this way you will demonstrate disrespect for others.
© Unsplash It is not customary to give gifts and money We even imagine this, but in Arab culture it is completely normal. The fact is that here people celebrate from the heart, not planning to recoup costs at the expense of presents of guests. In addition, they do not give money so as not to embarrass the perpetrator of the celebration. Everything we do in Morocco is very different.
A foreigner causes a storm of discussions Foreigner, and even light-skinned, here you can not often meet. That makes me so curious. My husband and I were invited to his friend’s daughter’s birthday party. Some ladies kept their eyes on me throughout the holiday. It was as if they had forgotten why they came to this event. By the way, Arab women usually estimate the amount of gold you're wearing, and then the clothes. After all, the more it is on you, the more authoritative you are in the eyes of others. Therefore, local beauties must wear all the sets of gold that are.
This item explains why I always leave hungry from Arab celebrations. This is because they are celebrated at night. That is, the time of celebration is appointed for the day, but all guests converge only in the late evening. At best, food will be served after sunset, but often this happens only after 21:00. Until then, everyone has to dance and have fun, which is very difficult to do with a grueling stomach. Yes, guests are treated at this time. fruit and biscuitBut you won't eat them all day.
© Unsplash Would you like to go to an Arab feast? Which item surprised you the most? Boldly shared their impressions in the comments. Good luck!
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During these three years of life with my husband in Morocco, we managed to visit many birthdays, weddings and other solemn dinners. Over time, I realized I was trying every time. avoid events like this. And there are several reasons for this:
Men and women are separating from each other. This rule immediately puzzled me. Often men and women sit in the same room, but at different tables. And it happens that they do not intersect at all, celebrating in different rooms. Fortunately, I haven’t personally seen the second scenario yet.
© Unsplash Hot dishes are eaten with hands from a common plate The tradition came from ancient times, when people lived in communities and shared everything equally among themselves. It has its own beautiful philosophy, because guests become more united in this way. However, I don’t like eating with my hands from the same plate as strangers. Of course, you can ask for a separate plate at any time, but in this way you will demonstrate disrespect for others.
© Unsplash It is not customary to give gifts and money We even imagine this, but in Arab culture it is completely normal. The fact is that here people celebrate from the heart, not planning to recoup costs at the expense of presents of guests. In addition, they do not give money so as not to embarrass the perpetrator of the celebration. Everything we do in Morocco is very different.
A foreigner causes a storm of discussions Foreigner, and even light-skinned, here you can not often meet. That makes me so curious. My husband and I were invited to his friend’s daughter’s birthday party. Some ladies kept their eyes on me throughout the holiday. It was as if they had forgotten why they came to this event. By the way, Arab women usually estimate the amount of gold you're wearing, and then the clothes. After all, the more it is on you, the more authoritative you are in the eyes of others. Therefore, local beauties must wear all the sets of gold that are.
This item explains why I always leave hungry from Arab celebrations. This is because they are celebrated at night. That is, the time of celebration is appointed for the day, but all guests converge only in the late evening. At best, food will be served after sunset, but often this happens only after 21:00. Until then, everyone has to dance and have fun, which is very difficult to do with a grueling stomach. Yes, guests are treated at this time. fruit and biscuitBut you won't eat them all day.
© Unsplash Would you like to go to an Arab feast? Which item surprised you the most? Boldly shared their impressions in the comments. Good luck!
Photo at preview and in article
