Shanghai Palace Banquet: An Immersive Experience of a Han Dynasty Court Feast

* A culinary feast of Han culture that transcends time and space

* Shanghai Palace Banquet upholds the ancient concept that "etiquette begins with food and drink," meticulously blending banquet, food, etiquette, and music to create a seamless experience. Every guest who enters can deeply feel the charm of traditional culture flowing from the long river of history, as if traveling through time to witness firsthand the solemn and elegant dining etiquette of the ancient court. This power of tradition is truly admirable.

* Shanghai Palace Banquet invested heavily in creating a panoramic immersive light and shadow dining show, with 160 projectors operating simultaneously. As each dish was served, a corresponding captivating program unfolded. Light and shadow danced on the plates, seemingly breathing life into the dishes, vividly narrating the moving historical stories and profound humanistic sentiments behind them. Viewers were completely immersed, marveling at the ingenious creativity and brilliant presentation.

* Following the traditional wisdom of "eating what's in season," all ingredients used here are carefully sourced every morning, some even air-freighted on the same day, to ensure that every bite is incredibly fresh, carrying the authentic taste of nature. The chefs meticulously develop and design dishes based on the four seasons, skillfully incorporating the unique flavors of each season into the dishes, allowing guests to savor seasonal and delicious cuisine at different times of the year.

* This unique blend of Han culture, cuisine, and art offers every guest a comprehensive and immersive experience that is unforgettable and leaves a lasting impression. It is truly a cultural and culinary gem of Shanghai.

• Following the traditional wisdom of "eating seasonally," all ingredients used here are carefully sourced every morning, some even air-freighted on the same day, to ensure that every bite is extremely fresh and carries the authentic taste of nature (images for reference only).

Music and Dance: A Magnificent Chapter of Fingertips and Toes

Excerpt from "The Dance of the Rainbow Feathers"The dancers, dressed in flowing feathered robes, twirl gently to the melody of "Rainbow Feather Robe Dance." Their flowing sleeves flutter like clouds chasing the moon, and their skirts spread out like petals when they touch the ground. Every turn and every tiptoe recreates the grace and elegance of the Tang Dynasty court dance, making one feel as if they can see the classic scene of Yang Guifei "singing and dancing slowly with silk and bamboo instruments."

Court instrumental ensembleThe crisp sound of the pipa, the melodious sound of the erhu, and the gentle sound of the flute intertwine, sometimes playing the gentle "Spring River Flower Moon Night" and sometimes performing the stirring "Qin King's Battle Music". The music lingers in the air, as if one can see the lively scene of ancient musicians playing at a court banquet.

• Visitors can experience dress-up and makeup services in-store, instantly transporting themselves to ancient times for a more immersive experience.
• Here, every makeup and styling session is not a "mass production"—the makeup artist will recommend a suitable dynasty style based on your face shape and temperament, and the hairstylist will patiently adjust the height of your hair bun and the placement of your jewelry, allowing you to both recreate the aesthetics of ancient court life and retain your own unique charm. When you enter the palace banquet hall dressed in magnificent attire and with exquisite makeup and styling, listening to the sound of the guzheng and looking at the other guests who have also "traveled through time," you will truly feel that this palace banquet has already "entered the scene" from the very beginning of the makeup and styling.

1. Layout and Lighting: Recreating the Grandeur of a Royal Banquet

The banquet hall is laid out in a "tiered, terraced" style, with long tables arranged in a staggered pattern along the steps, reminiscent of the scene of "guests sitting in rows" during banquets in ancient palaces. Wooden railings separate the tables, preserving privacy while maintaining an overall open view. The lighting acts as an "atmosphere magician," with warm yellow tones softly overflowing from the edges of the tables and under the steps, illuminating the reddish-brown tables and chairs. This is complemented by dynamic projections on the background wall—sometimes it's "Bamboo Forest Moon Shadows," with bamboo shadows swaying in the wind on the wall; other times it transforms into "Starry River Falling," with specks of light like starlight falling into the banquet hall, making diners feel as if they are in a "flowing palace painting."

2. Tableware and Furnishings: Antique Charm Hidden in the Details

The tableware on the table is exquisite. The black covered tableware is like a miniature "court food box," while the red-patterned tray echoes the aesthetics of traditional lacquerware. The simple white porcelain plate highlights the delicate dishes. Next to the table stands an antique bronze lamp with smooth lines and a thin gauze covering the lamp. The light shines softly and hazily through the gauze. Even the napkins and chopstick rests are decorated with subtle carvings or patterns. Every little object silently tells a story of traditional Chinese style, making the dining experience a "reading of ancient life aesthetics."

• Seating chart for Shanghai Palace Banquet
• This ticket includes a variety of dishes; the sample menu is below.
• Reference Menu:
• A beautiful woman serves tea
• Wuyishan Dahongpao
• Imperial Banquet Wine
• Peach Blossom and Perilla Drink (3% alcohol, not included in children's meals)
• Imperial Pastries
• Yangmei cake
• Black Sesame Donkey Roll
• Royal Cold Dishes
• Pickled pepper lotus root from Matahu Lake
• Stir-fried Moringa Shoots
• Seaweed Peanuts
• main course
• Jinhua Ham and Tofu Soup (Children's Meal: Huainan Tofu Soup)
• Black pepper crispy snowflake beef
• Braised Crab Roe with Pickled Radish and Bean Noodles (Kids' Meal: Braised Wild Mushrooms)
• Dongpo Pork
• West Lake Water Shield Cod Lion's Head
• staple food
• Chinese pastries
• Dessert
• Osmanthus Honey Yogurt