How to Eat With Chopsticks

The next time you go to eat Asian cuisine, you may be handed chopsticks instead of a fork. Don't be intimidated, because they're not as difficult to use as you may think. You might even be surprised at how fun it is to use them and look for excuses to go to Asian restaurants.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Chopsticks

1. Break apart your chopsticks if they are the wooden kind. Don't twist the chopsticks; instead grasp them individually and pull as if you're breaking a twig.

2. Hold one chopstick between your middle finger and your thumb. The chopstick should stick beyond your fingers about two inches.

3. Place the flat side of the chopstick where your thumb and index finger touch. Hold the skinny edge of the chopstick with just the tip of your middle finger. It should feel as if you're holding a pencil.

4. Use your index finger to hold the second chopstick. Put your thumb on it and be careful not to let the skinny tips become uneven because that might cause your chopsticks to cross.

5. Hold your first chopstick steady and move the second chopstick up and down with your index finger. Your thumb will stay where it is.

Tips & Warnings

• Buy a pair of your own chopsticks and practice eating with them at home. You can use something like marshmallows or Cheerios. Do this before attempting to impress anyone with your chopstick-wielding skills.
• Try not to make noise with your chopsticks when you're eating.
• Never stab your food or point at someone with your chopsticks.

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