Chinese Marriage Traditions - The Wedding Banquet
The couple will invite all relatives and friends to their wedding banquet. The banquet is considered even more important than the ceremony itself. A great deal of attention is placed on the food offered during the banquet.
You'll be hard pressed to find a wedding banquet without fish, which is a symbol for abundance.
Naturally, modern Chinese couples might not follow all traditions or rituals. Also, while it was tradition that the newlywed couple moved in with the groom's family, many modern couples would prefer to live alone.
But even during a modern Chinese wedding, elements of ancient customs can be found.
While my colleague didn't wear a red Qipao - he traditional brides' dress-she followed tradition in having a traditional Chinese wedding banquet.
If you are ever invited to a Chinese wedding banquet, don't miss out! A Chinese wedding banquet is a joyous celebration and the highlight of every Chinese wedding, no matter if traditional or modern.