HOOKAH ETIQUETTE
For those new to smoking, and even some of you who are seasoned Hookah smokers; there are a few polite rules one should keep in mind. After all, Hookah isn't just a past time, it is a deep tradition of many Eastern cultures.
- Always pass the hose with the mouthpiece pointed away from the next person. It's considered respectful in Middle Eastern cultures.
-Avoid placing your Hookah on top of a table. Besides it being a potential fire hazard, it's also the equivalent of saying "kiss my..." in Syria.
-When finished smoking, wrap the hose around your Hookah. It's the traditional way to signal you're done.
-DO NOT to light a cigarette from the hot coals on a Hookah, it is very disrespectful in certain Middle Eastern countries.
-Use your own mouthpiece when smoking with strangers.