Kamayan

Kamayan is a traditional Filipino dining practice where people eat communal meals using their hands instead of utensils. This cultural tradition emphasizes unity, sharing, and connection among diners, often featuring a spread of dishes like grilled meats, seafood, rice, and vegetables laid out on banana leaves. The act of eating with hands allows for a tactile experience that enhances the enjoyment of flavors and textures. Kamayan is both a cultural expression and a social event, celebrating Filipino hospitality and community through an interactive, hands-on way of dining.