What should I know about traditional food etiquette in Khao Lak?

• Always wait for the host to invite you to start eating; it's a sign of respect.

• Use the utensils provided, but it's common to eat with your hands for certain dishes; do so with your right hand only.

• Don't stick your chopsticks upright in a bowl of rice, as this resembles a funeral custom; lay them across the bowl instead.