Go Deep in Lijiang: Sandieshui banquet of Naxi folks

The Sandieshui banquet of Naxi folks is served. (Photo by Culture and Tourism Headlines)

The Sandieshui banquet, which features three rounds of dishes, is a grand feast for Naxi folks in Lijiang. It is the highest level of hospitality extended to guests.

The banquet holds unique cultural significance. The first round serves Sixi tea, preserved plums and desserts, symbolizing sweetness and good fortune.

The preserved fruit served on the first round (Photo by Culture and Tourism Headlines)

One of the cold dishes served on the second round (Photo by Culture and Tourism Headlines)

The second-round dishes are local wild vegetables, bean products, dried yak meat, and other cold dishes, with flavors being spicy, savory, or crispy. Accompanied by homemade brewed wine, this round represents auspiciousness and family reunion.The third round mainly serves the Naxi style copper hotpot, incorporating fresh local ingredients in season. Stewed and boiled hot dishes are served, symbolizing prosperity and abundance.

  

Naxi girls serve the banquet. (Photo by Culture and Tourism Headlines)

Source: Culture and Tourism Headlines; trans-editing by Wang Yunya