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Social Profile Food & Drink There are few restaurants in Equatorial Guinea and those that exist are mainly restricted to Malabo and Bata and do not necessarily open every day. Most restaurants serve Spanish or continental cuisine. Beer is usually expensive, though a local sugar cane brew, malamba, can be sampled very cheaply. Shopping Shopping hours: Mon-Sat 0800-1300, 1600-1900. Special Events Events celebrated in Equatorial Guinea coincide with Christian or traditional religious ceremonies. The following is a special event celebrated annually in Equatorial Guinea: Oct 12 Independence Day (usually sees public celebrations in major towns). Social Conventions Foreign visitors (especially Europeans) are a comparative rarity in Equatorial Guinea and are liable to be met with much curiosity and, possibly, suspicion. Foreign cigarettes are appreciated as gifts. A knowledge of Spanish is useful. Photography: A permit is required. Care should be taken when choosing subjects. Photographing the presidential palace, airports, harbours and other sensitive areas should be avoided. Tipping: Unless service charges are added to bills, 10 to 15 per cent. |