Americans also have the habit of reciprocating gifts, but they are taboo about accepting gifts that are too heavy. Firstly, Americans do not value the value of the gifts themselves. Secondly, the law prohibits giving gifts that are too heavy. Crafts and crafts brought from home, Artworks, famous wines, etc. are gifts that Americans like. Except for holidays, it is generally not necessary to give gifts when invited to an American home as a guest or even to have a meal.
American society has the habit of tipping. Tips are required for all service items. Hotel doormen, room service, etc. need to pay tips of no less than 1 US dollars. When dining in restaurants, a 15 tip is charged at checkout. When Americans treat guests to dinner, it is usually a business-related exchange in a hotel or club. The company pays the expense, and only close relatives and friends are invited to their homes for the banquet. American food has a wide variety of different tastes depending on the region and nationality. Hamburgers, "hot dogs", pies, donuts and Kentucky Fried Chicken are all popular foods around the world, but Americans' family banquets for entertaining guests are It is economical, not ostentatious, and not formal.
A typical family dinner is a long table with a large plate of salad, a large plate of roast chicken or barbecue, various cold dishes, a plate of fried rice, a plate of bread slices, sweets, fruits, cold drinks, and wine. Class etc. The guests and hosts sit around the table, and the host says "please". Everyone picks up a plate and eats the vegetables and rice they like. After eating, they can add more to the meal as they please, and talk freely while eating.
Americans treat guests to a meal, a glass of wine or a weekend in a country house as a way to make friends. They do not necessarily require the other party to reciprocate. If there is an opportunity, invite the other party to their home. Just eat. After finishing the meal, the guest should express special thanks to the host, especially the hostess.