世界文化英语阅读30篇（5）
3 / 30
正在确认阅读权限…
Breaking Bread in Ethiopia: Coffee Ceremon as Social Glue
埃塞俄比亚的破面包仪式：咖啡仪式作为社交纽带
-
In Addis Ababa homes, coffee ceremonies start when green beans are roasted over charcoal until fragrant and dark.
-
The host grinds them by hand using a mortar and pestle while neighbors gather on low stools nearby.
-
Three rounds of coffee—abol, tona, and baraka—are served in tiny cups without handles or saucers.
-
Refusing the third round may offend, since baraka means ‘blessing’ and signals mutual trust and goodwill.
-
Incense fills the room as frankincense or myrrh burns slowly beside the jebena, a traditional clay pot.
-
Conversation flows easily here—about harvests, school exams, or village news—not business or gossip.
-
Young women often lead ceremonies, mastering timing, pouring height, and respectful eye contact.
-
Visitors receive fresh popcorn or roasted barley alongside coffee, symbolizing hospitality and shared abundance.
-
Even phone calls pause during the ceremony; interruptions break the rhythm of respect and attention.
-
When the last cup is finished, guests thank the host by saying ‘Amen’—not religiously, but as heartfelt closure.