The Phu Tai are monogamous. They live in nuclear families with up to three generations under one roof. In order to marry a Phu Tai lady, the man must first sever her from her ancestral family spirits. This is a drawn out affair with a number of ceremonies and sacrifices.
The principal food is glutinous rice (sticky rice). They have a wealth of culture and customs and their textiles are famous and can be purchased in Bangkok.