This is a summary article about the rules and tradition that we discovered are very convenient and important to follow. Italian – Learn and use basic Italian words. Do not be a mute foreigner. At least spice up your inability to speak with a bright smile and Buon Giorno [bon gorno] and Ciao [chao]. Mineral Water – Do order a large bottle of mineral water in restaurants. It is an easy and customary way to replenish your fluids, and it is great. Restrooms – You can ask politely to use a restroom (bagno [ban’o]) in any restaurant. We never received a refusal. Refreshments – buy a watermelon instead of ice…