The type of food served in Afghan cuisine is quite unique. It has been well documented that the foods, tastes and spices of Afghan food are a rather tasteful blend of the regions that surround Afghanistan

> The types off food served are also symbolic for example Qaabuli Pallow is the crown of Afghan cooking and served to special guests or on special occasions such as weddings. Letee is served to new mothers because of its easy on the stomach yet high nutritive value. Dogh is best enjoyed on a hot summer's day and Mahi is served during Nowroz (New Year).

> Food is well appreciated and even has special meaning as stepping on a piece of dropped bread is considered sinful.

> Afghans take great pride in their cooking and are very happy to see everyone full and satisfied. Afghan cooking is not about exact measurements, and many of the ingredients can be substituted to achieve a similar taste. The amounts of all of the spices can be adjusted to suit your individual tastes. No two Afghans prepare the same dish exactly the same. Creativity is another element that contributes to the wonderful medley of flavours that make up Afghan cooking.

CLOTHING

> Traditional male Afghan clothing usually includes a Pakol (hat), Lungee (turban), and a Chapan (coat). Traditional Afghan clothes vary by province and sometimes ethnicities. However, most traditional Afghan attire for women consists of a long dress with round skirt, Afghan style of dress is completely all its own. The pants are loose; however, at the ends they are clasped close to the ankles. Many combinations of colors can be used. Oftentimes, the colors of the flag will be used.

The Family

> The family is the single most important unit in the Afghan culture.

Factors such as tribe, status, network, and wealth are the major factors forming any choice.

Families traditionally live together in the same walled compound, The Role of Hospitality

> Hospitality is an essential aspect of Afghan culture.

> No matter who you are, if you visit a home you will be given the best the family has.

> If you are invited for tea, which you inevitably will be, you will be offered snacks and your tea glass will be constantly filled.

Meeting and Greeting

> When meeting someone the handshake is the most common form on greeting. You will also see people place their hands over their hearts and nod slightly.

> One should always enquire about things like a person's health, business, family,

ATTAN

> Attan is a traditional Afghan dance. A huge circle is created and the performers will follow each other going round and round in a circle to the beat as the rhythm and as the beats go faster the slower participants drop out and the people who can dance and move that fast keep on dancing till the song finishes.