Hello, I’m Lao Chen. Today, let’s talk about an interesting topic: foreigners’ views on Indian wedding food. This is a matter that has been making a lot of noise on the Internet, and even Indian netizens can’t sit still.
Guess what? A Chinese boy went to India to participate in the wedding, the wedding banquet scene photographed and posted online, the results can be the foreign netizens to the shock. The food at the wedding banquet was placed on a banana leaf, a spoonful of sticky sauce, a few dried fruits, a little rice, plus some dishes that were not clear what they were. When this image came out, the comment section was immediately lively.
The reactions of foreign netizens could be described as varied. Some people said that the food looked unappetizing, and others felt that it was too unhygienic to eat with their hands. Some Korean netizens even joked that you don’t need to add salt, your hands and sweat are enough flavor. Others joked that this was the reason for Gandhi’s hunger strike. You guys listen to this, it’s so funny.
However, this incident also shows us the difference between different cultures. Indians use banana leaves as dinner plates, which we may not be accustomed to, but they think it is very environmentally friendly. Besides, although their food does not look too beautiful, but may be quite high nutritional value. This is not, an Indian netizen said Believe me, it is really delicious, have not eaten can try.
Don’t laugh, this thing really makes Indian netizens anxious. Some Indian netizens said I have seen the food of many countries, or Indian food looks appetizing, good job, please continue to maintain. Look, this maintenance, how tough ah. There are also Indian netizens who suggested that instead of eating so much themselves, they should give some to the poor, so that they will feel better. This is said, but it is quite reasonable.
Honestly, reading these comments made me laugh and cry. How can there be such a big difference in people’s views on Indian food? Some people find it hard to swallow, while others say it’s delicious. Doesn’t this prove the old saying, “To each his own.
However, students, we should not be prejudiced against Indian culture just because of this. Each country’s food culture has its own characteristics and historical origins. Take India as an example, although their food may not be very beautiful in our eyes, but their spice culture is world-famous.
Think about it, India is an ancient civilization with thousands of years of history. Their eating habits must have evolved over a long period of time and contain a lot of wisdom that we don’t understand. For example, they like to use their hands to grab rice, it is said that because the fingers can feel the temperature of the food, but also increase the fun of eating.
Plus those gooey looking sauces may contain a lot of spices that are good for the body. Indians use spices not only for flavor, but also because they have medicinal value. When you think about it, don’t you think that people are quite conscientious?
So, students, we can’t just look at things superficially. The food culture of a country often contains the wisdom and tradition of the nation. Instead of laughing at others’ differences, we should learn more about the reasons behind. Maybe, you will find a lot of interesting things.
Of course, this is not to say that we have to like Indian food. Taste is something that is really very personal. Some people love spicy food, others can’t stand it. Some people have a sweet tooth, others find it too cloying. This is normal. The important thing is that we learn to respect different cultures and understand different habits.
In the end, there is no food in the world that is absolutely delicious or difficult to eat? It’s all just the result of people’s long-term adaptation. For example, our Chinese stinky tofu is hard to swallow in the eyes of many foreigners. But to us, it is a delicacy on earth!
So, students, next time you see something different from what you are used to, don’t jump to conclusions. Try to think more about why there is such a difference. What are the cultural and historical reasons behind it? In this way, your eyes will be widened and your understanding of the world will be deeper.
Well, that’s all for today. Do you have any ideas? Welcome to discuss in the comments below. Remember, it is important to look at different cultures with an open mind, so that our world will be more exciting!
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