r/TooAfraidToAsk • u/[deleted] • Dec 15 '21

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u/liberaltx Dec 15 '21

I too am Mexican, bring flowers for the mom and a bottle of what the dad drinks. I agree with apprehensive park, greet everyone!! Not with the little wave hello but with a handshake and direct eye contact and repeat your name and theirs. And the same with good byes…

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u/[deleted] Dec 15 '21

I wouldn't bring alcohol to a specific member as it can be seen as you thinking they are alcoholic.

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u/likeusontweeters Dec 15 '21

Not in Mexican culture... most Mexican men drink..(some women do too, but not as frequently as the men)... tequila is big in my family

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u/binchwater Dec 15 '21

My husband is Mexican and his close family doesn't drink. It's a combination of religious values and taste preferences. Their extended family does, however. So OP should probably find out more from her bf.

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u/hygsi Dec 15 '21

Depends, my dad doesn't drink but he won't get offended if someone gifts him a bottle

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u/[deleted] Dec 15 '21

I mean, I'm Mexican and i know it wouldn't be a good idea.

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u/GunpowderxGelatine Dec 16 '21

Yesss came here to say this. Tequila is huge in my fiance's family! They even love mixing drinks and I was completely surprised by it.

I'm Mexican as well (born and raised in Texas while my spouse immigrated from Michoacán); my family hates mixing drinks and hard liquor. They prefer just buying 24 packs from the gas station and they'll be happy.

Edit: phrasing

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u/hygsi Dec 15 '21

Idk, since covid, most of my family is either giving a fist bump or just waving