First, the saying of "barbecue" is to celebrate the move to a new house.
In the Tang Dynasty, if there were any happy events at home, a "barbecue" would be prepared. What is a "barbecue"? Literally, the newly bought sheep at home, put in the old sheep, will be unsociable. If the sheep's tail is burned, the sheep will settle down and will not toss.
Later, everyone used "barbecue" to express that when they moved to their new house, they should prepare a delicious meal and share the good news with their relatives and friends. They will live in a new home in the future. Don't look for the wrong place, and pray that you can live a stable life after moving.
Second, the statement of "barbecue banquet" Second, when the official was promoted, he held a banquet to pay tribute to the emperor.
According to historical records, when Wei Juyuan was promoted to the position of left assistant in Shangshu, he went to Tang Zhongzong for dinner according to the custom of "barbecue". A total of 58 dishes were prepared at the banquet, which can be said to be very rich. For example, there are sashimi cold dishes, prawns, desserts, fish fillets and so on. And there are many dishes that have never been heard or eaten. In short, it is sufficient capital.
According to historical records, in 709 AD, Wei Juyuan was promoted to Zuo Assistant Minister of Shangshu and gave a banquet in honor of Tang Zhongzong as usual. There are 58 dishes served at this banquet: there are cold dishes, such as Xing Wu with squid (sashimi cold dish); Hot fried, such as stray sauce (fried fish slices, mutton); There are barbecues, such as Admiralty Roast and Bright Shrimp Roast. In addition, there are soups, desserts and cakes.
To sum up, the "tail-burning banquet" was used by the ancients to show that something festive had happened at home, inviting relatives and friends to have a good meal and celebrating their future promotion.