Question: Why is it rude to tip in Italy?

Why is it bad to tip in Italy?

The restaurant industry in Italy is completely different from the one in the United States. Waiters in Italy are paid a living wage, and tips do not make up the majority of their income. A gratuity after a meal, therefore, is just a little something extra or a bonus for service above the norm.

What can you not bring into Italy?

Avoiding Gifting your Italian Goodies to CustomsOlive Oil.Condiments (like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, Marmite and Vegemite and prepared sauces that do not contain meat products)Bread, cookies, crackers, cakes, granola bars, cereal and other baked and processed products. Chocolate and candy.More items •13 May 2014

What can you bring back from Italy?

Olive Oil. Condiments (like ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, Marmite and Vegemite and prepared sauces that do not contain meat products) Bread, cookies, crackers, cakes, granola bars, cereal and other baked and processed products. You can also bring back dried cake and cookie mixes.

How much cash can I bring to Italy?

Theres no limit to the amount of foreign currency you can bring into the Italy or the eurozone. However, youre going to have to declare your cash if youre planning to enter or leave the country with more than 10,000 euros.

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