Rules of conduct in South Tyrol
But sometimes the step to drop a brick is small. Don’t worry: we give you some tips with which you surely will not be embarrassed in a restaurant for instance.
Cappuccino x 2
You know you are in Italy, even if nearly everyone is speaking German. So you have to spell Italian words like Italians do: so don’t say at any time 2 or more “cappuccinos” but only 2 or more “cappuccino”. Another important rule is to don’t drink Cappuccino or Latte Macchiato after meal: as digestive you have to drink café macchiato or espresso.
Forks for spaghetti
The trick is to take a small part of the spaghetti on the border of the dish and to roll this part of spaghetti without the others. If you want you can make use of a spoon, too. But use under no circumstances a knife!
No ketchup
South Tyrol is a region of high cuisine. Because of that, please don’t ask for ketchup if you order venison dishes or precious fish. Putting ketchup on chips and Viennese Schnitzel is however okay.
Traditions
Selected accommodations in South Tyrol
Landhaus Heinrich
Feel-good holidays in the Mediterranean environment of the southern Dolomites, with free access for three days to the beach of Lake Kaltern!
Der Forsterhof
Stylish house in Algund, magnificent view of Meran, garden with pool, delicious breakfast with selected, regional products, cosy ambiance with much love for details.
Berghotel Ratschings
Directly at Ratschings-Jaufen skiing area. In summer, in the heart of the hiking area – our guided will show you the South Tyrolean mountain world!
Hotel Avidea
Newly designed nature suites, Luxury All Inclusive, adults only from 14 years & much more!