Xi'an Xiangrui Lotus Banquet - An immersive experience of the Tang Dynasty court aesthetics feast from a thousand years ago

"Auspicious Lotus Banquet" is an immersive Tang Dynasty seasonal dining spectacle that embodies prosperous Tang culture through the rhythm of China's 24 solar terms. This banquet-performance fusion blends imperial feasts, urban culture, and Silk Road heritage. Centered on the concept of "one dish, one scene, one history," it integrates six refined arts - etiquette, music, poetry, dance, tea, and wine - using seasonal cuisine to unfold a magnificent panorama of Tang prosperity across all four seasons.

Stepping into Xi'an's Xiangrui Furong Banquet is like traveling back in time to the golden age of the Tang Dynasty. The hotel adopts a "miniature Chang'an City" spatial design concept, using woodwork, metal, and carvings to recreate the aesthetics of the prosperous Tang era. From architectural style to interior decor, every detail exudes rich Tang Dynasty charm—with red walls, black tiles, and intricately carved beams that transport guests to the ancient capital of Chang'an a thousand years ago.

* The performance segment of the Auspicious Lotus Banquet is a true feast for the eyes and ears. Following the narrative thread of the 24 solar terms, it weaves together six elegant elements - ritual, music, poetry, dance, tea, and wine. Scholars recite poetry with passion, graceful dancers twirl on drums, and Silk Road musicians sing while playing percussion. These diverse performance styles intertwine to present guests with an extraordinary cultural showcase of the glorious Tang Dynasty.

• Each dish revolves around auspicious themes such as "fortune, prosperity, longevity, happiness, and harmony," meticulously crafted not only in taste but also in presentation and symbolic meaning.

• Stepping into Xi'an Xiangrui Furong Banquet is like traveling back in time to the glorious Tang Dynasty.

• The hotel embodies the concept of a "miniature Chang'an City," using materials like wood, metal, and carvings to recreate the architectural and decorative aesthetics of the Tang Dynasty's golden age.

• Tavern poetry revelry, harmony between Han and nomadic cultures

• A farewell ceremony inspired by the Tang Dynasty's "Incense Invitation" ritual, where fragrant smoke carries blessings and lingering scents create an elegant ambiance. As the aroma fades, we peacefully await your return.

• The imperial concubine, intoxicated by the autumn moon, gazes back at her simple maiden days, only to become a rootless flower in the end.

• From the replicated Tang dynasty hairpins on the dancers' buns to the ancient-style restored instruments in the musicians' hands, even down to a simple toast ritual, every detail reflects meticulous historical research.

• What's even more thoughtful is that the clothing adjusts its fit according to body shape, allowing even first-time wearers of Tang suits to achieve a natural, graceful look without any discomfort.

• Master the art of Tang Dynasty makeup with our detailed guide, meticulously recreating ancient costume looks from hairstyles and lip colors to intricate eyebrow details with lifelike precision.

• Xi'an Xiangrui Lotus Banquet seat map
• The meal voucher includes a variety of dishes. The reference menu is as follows:
• Adult Dinner Reference Menu
• Imperial-style pastries
• Pea Terracotta Army
• Blueberry tart
• Green Bean Big Wild Goose Pagoda
• Royal cold platter
• Foie gras with hawthorn
• Stir-fried silver vegetable salad
• Spicy Pepper Beef Tendon
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 1
• Shangsi Festival: Snow Stroll by Qujiang River (Song and Dance Performance)
• Springtime Floral Soup
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 2
• Dragon Boat Festival Desert Echoes (Song and Dance Performance)
• Seared Western-style steak
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 3
• Qiqiao Nian Ruo Xinghe (Song and Dance Performance)
• Qixiao shrimp balls and Wangxiang greens
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 4
• Mid-Autumn Festival · By the Flower Pavilion (Song and Dance Performance)
• Yi Pin Chang Le Buddha Jumps Over the Wall
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 5
• Winter Solstice · Wine Aroma Dance (Song and Dance Performance)
• Twilight snow chilled seabass fillet
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 6
• Shangyuan·Shengshi Furong (Song and Dance Performance)
• Heleqishan Noodles
• "Admiring the Hibiscus" Act 7
• Farewell Ceremony: Fragrant Parting (Song and Dance Performance)
• Osmanthus honey fresh fruit cheese
• Kids' Dinner Sample Menu
• Welcome tea and wine
• Royal dessert platter
• Welcome Guests·Four Treasures Greeting
• Royal cold platter
• Shangsi Festival · Qujiang Spring Outing
• Jade-shaped lotus soup
• Dragon Boat Festival · Desert Echoes
• Flame-grilled crispy chicken cutlet with potato aroma
• Qiqiao Nian Ruo Xinghe
• Shrimp cake with garden vegetables
• Mid-Autumn Festival · Baihua Pavilion
• Imperial abalone with fragrant rice
• Winter Solstice · Wine and Dance Revelry
• Braised assorted mushrooms with scallops in supreme broth
• Shangyuan·Shengshi Furong
• Qishan sour noodle soup
• Farewell Fragrance: A Parting Gift
• Guimi Fresh Fruit Sour Milk