FAQs

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What should I expect?

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Come hungry! The restaurant will be serving a 10-course, traditional Chinese dinner.

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What is the significance of a Chinese Banquet?

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Banquets are held to celebrate various events (e.g., New Year's and special occasions). In modern times, the Chinese banquet is often held in one day, although it was previously held over several days during the Tang Dynasty. The wedding banquet celebrates newlyweds through food and accompanying guests. Marriage is a symbol of family value and respect for a committed relationship. Each course has special significance (see alternative FAQ page for the full menu). Prior to the banquet, the bride and groom will be joined by their close family members for the Tea Ceremony. The Tea Ceremony symbolizes the union of the two families.

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What do I wear?

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Cocktail Attire Guests should avoid wearing red, as red is commonly worn by the bride See this Link for helpful "Do's and Dont's" https://eastmeetsdress.com/blogs/blog/going-to-a-chinese-wedding-here-are-the-do-s-and-don-ts

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MENU

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First Course: Barbecue Meats with Roast Pig Platter Second Course: Crispy Stuffed Crab Claws Third Course: Honey Walnut Shrimp Fourth Course: Steak with Vegetables Fifth Course: Crispy Fried Chicken in Cantonese Style Sixth Course: Lobsters with Ginger and Scallions Seventh Course: Flounder Fish Fillet Eighth Course: Assorted Mushrooms with Vegetables Ninth Course: House Special Fried Rice Tenth Course: Fortune E-Fu Noodle Eleventh Course: Dessert (courses may be subject to change)

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Are kids invited?

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Unfortunately, no. However, infants under age 1 are welcome.

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Are there room blocks?

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Room blocks were not reserved. However, you can book a room at some of the local hotels in the area (see the "Travel" page of the wedding website).

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Will transportation be provided to and from the hotels in the area?

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Transportation is not provided. Ubers and Lyfts are encouraged if needed. There is plenty of parking at the restaurant.

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Do Nicole and Lawrence have a wedding registry?

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Nicole and Lawrence do not have a wedding registry. Nicole and Lawrence welcome your presence! However, if you are interested in gifting, red envelopes or wedding cards with cash/checks are given to the bride and groom traditionally. See the link below for "do's and dont's" on gifting: https://eastmeetsdress.com/blogs/blog/going-to-a-chinese-wedding-here-are-the-do-s-and-don-ts