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Coffee culture

In Bulgaria "⁠едно кафе⁠" means an espresso — short and strong.

Coffee culture

For more, order "⁠дълго кафе⁠" (a long coffee) or "⁠кафе с мляко⁠" (with milk). It often comes with a glass of water. Coffee is a social ritual: "⁠Да пием по едно кафе?⁠" (shall we grab a coffee?) can mean an hour or two of talk on a café terrace. Taking it with you? Ask for "⁠кафе за вкъщи⁠" — literally "⁠coffee for home⁠".

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Handshakes, hugs and kisses

Handshakes, hugs and kisses

Strangers and business contacts shake hands and say "⁠Здравейте!⁠" or "⁠Добър ден!⁠".

Tipping

Tipping

In restaurants a tip, "⁠бакшиш⁠", of about 10% is usual if you liked the service; in a café, rounding up is enough.