A Look Inside The Lives of Ordinary Swedes, 55 Facts About Swedish Culture Guaranteed To Make You Go “Wow!”
The Last Slice
Rules exist everywhere you go, even if they aren’t always spelled out, about how to handle leftovers. Leaving some food on one’s plate is a sign of approval in various cultures. In some societies, doing so may be construed as a sign that one is not enjoying their meal.
That holds true in Sweden as well. But never leave a communal serving dish or bowl entirely empty; that’ll let people know the food was delicious and there’s plenty for everyone.
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