13 Countries Where Travel Shaming Might Surprise You
3. Italy: Culinary Missteps
In Italy, food is culture—and messing with tradition can raise eyebrows. Asking for extra cheese on seafood pasta, ordering cappuccino after noon, or modifying classic dishes might earn you disapproving looks or even a gentle lecture. But the judgment isn’t just about taste. It’s about respecting heritage. Dining is a ritual here, meant to be savored, not rushed. Engage with it on local terms and you'll be embraced. Resist, and you might find yourself the topic of a kitchen conversation.
