America

Always: Wait for the host to sit down before you take your seat.

Never: Blow on your food.

Egypt

Always: Keep pouring tea until it spills over into the saucer.

Never: Look at someone else's dinner.

Spain

Always: Use silverware, as eating with our hands is very uncommon.

Never: Dip bread into your soup as it is considered very rude.

France

Always: Tear the bread into pieces instead of biting into it.

Never: Spread the cheese that is on your bread.

Russia

Always: Gifts or flowers must always be in odd numbers.

Never: Nothing should be mixed with vodka, not even ice.

South Africa

Always: Take a small gift as a token of appreciation for being invited to dine at the home of the host.

Never: It is considered rude to leave your shoes on. Also, avoid making eye contact when eating.