Asian Round Table Party - The Quintessence of Vietnamese and Asian Cuisine?
- LE PHI NA
- Apr 4
- 3 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
1. Asian Round Table Party - The "Reunion" Culture of Oriental People
Asian round table party is a traditional form of party organization, where guests sit around a large round table, enjoying dishes served in turns. Unlike European parties, Asian parties emphasize gathering, sharing and community.
Origin: Originated from Chinese culture, popular in Vietnam, Korea, Japan.
Meaning:
Round table symbolizes fulfillment and equality.
Dishes placed in the middle of the table, shared by everyone, show the "family" spirit.
2. "Unique" Characteristics of Asian Round Table Party
2.1. Venue:
Round table with diameter of 1.4m - 1.6m (suitable for 8-12 guests).
Decorated in red and yellow tones (bringing luck), combined with lotus flowers and lanterns.
White porcelain utensils.
2.2. Service process:
Appetizers: Salad, soup, spring rolls.
Main dishes: 4-6 hot dishes (seafood, meat, vegetables) served in rotation.
Ending dishes: Rice/noodles, hot pot, dessert.
2.3. Behavioral culture:
Elderly people sit in the center.
Use chopsticks to pick up food for each other to show respect.
Do not turn the table when someone is picking up food.
3. Asian Standard Round Table Party Menu - Gathering the Quintessence of 3 Regions
3.1. Vietnamese dishes with strong identity:
North: La Vong fish cake, Hanoi vermicelli with grilled pork.
Central: Hue rice cake, grilled snakehead fish.
South: Fish sauce hotpot, deep-fried elephant ear fish.
3.2. Famous Asian dishes:
China: Peking duck, steamed dumplings.
Japan: Assorted sashimi, shrimp tempura.
Korea: Grilled beef bulgogi, cabbage kimchi.
3.3. Sample menu of 10 dishes "According to Feng Shui":
Lotus root salad with shrimp and meat
Shark fin or abalone soup
Steamed lobster with ginger
Chicken stewed with Chinese herbs
Stir-fried beef with cashew nuts
Steamed sea bass with soy sauce
Stir-fried vegetables with garlic
Yangzhou fried rice
Long Nha lotus seed sweet soup
Angel Snow Cake
4. Why Choose an Asian Round Table Party for Your Event?
Preserving the national culture: Suitable for weddings, engagements, housewarmings.
Easy to interact: Guests sit at the same table and chat intimately.
Control costs: Fixed menu, less waste.
Suitable for all audiences: From family parties to business conferences.
5. Secrets to Organizing a Professional Asian Round Table Party
5.1. Create a "right-taste" menu:
70% traditional dishes + 30% innovative dishes (for example: traditional steamed fish with Asian and European cheese sauce).
Balance salty/spicy/sweet dishes.
5.2. Choose a reputable supplier:
Prioritize units with chefs who are knowledgeable about Asian cuisine.
Check the quality of ingredients (fresh seafood, standard spices).
7. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How many guests is an Asian round table party suitable for?
→ Ideal for events of 50–200 guests. If larger, combine multiple round tables of the same size.
Q2: What is the average cost for a table of 10 people?
→ From 3,000,000 – 10,000,000 VND/table depending on the dish (from popular to high-end)
Q3: What should you pay attention to when inviting Western guests to an Asian round table party?
→ Explain in advance the culture of using chopsticks and how to enjoy shared dishes.
An Asian round table party is not only a meal, but also a cultural bridge - a place where the culinary quintessence and Eastern philosophy of life converge. Whether you are organizing a family party or a formal event, let traditional flavors become the irreplaceable "soul"!
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