Essay on hospitality (part2) ... Russian hospitality is well known, guests are always welcome, and hosts are always ready to offer visitors the best place at table and the best food that is at home. There are proverbs, "Respect for the guest, honor for the host" and "The best place for the welcomed guest". That means the guest is worthy of care and attention. There are homes in Russia where the entrance door is never closed and neighbors can enter without knocking where very kind people live. The welcome guest will be offered to stay over night. Hosts used to treat their guest with different kinds of food and drinks. A guest should present flowers to the hostess, or it may be a bottle of a good wine or a box of sweets. Hosts would be grateful if a guest would come with a gift but it is not a necessary condition. Sometimes it happens that people visit guests without an advance invitation, this is a sign of friendly relations. It is important to remember that a warm conversation is more valuable than abundant food. In conclusion it can be noticed an every nation has its own customs and tradition, and even a simple matter as a reception of guests is individual for each country.