Hospitality

One of the many aspects of this country that has impressed me so much is the generous hospitality of everyone I have met. I have been invited into homes, served tea and biscuits, served more food then I could possibly eat, given rest from the sun or the rain in a cool or dry spot, and always made to feel incredibly welcome. I have eaten several meals with families here of other researchers and students, and each time is another memorable experience. The home cooked food is always delicious and they have by far been the best meals I have had. And the food continues to come. Once we stopped by a student’s aunts house to meet her and say hello. She first served us plates of fruit and chips, then brought tea and biscuits and samosas and sweets. It was all so delicious. And just when we finished and were full and I thought we were about to leave, she brings out the plates of rice for everyone. And then following it comes serving after serving of vegetables and chicken and then of course more sweets. Everybody’s family is warm and inviting. I am continually impressed by how nice everyone here is.