Luoyang Water Banquet began in the Tang Dynasty and has a history of 1000 years. It is one of the oldest famous banquets in China.
Luoyang water mat has two meanings, one is that all hot dishes have soup, and the other is that Luoyang water mat, a hot dish, is finished, then removed and constantly updated like running water. Luoyang water mat is characterized by its carefully prepared meat, wide selection of materials, simplicity and complexity, diverse tastes, sour, spicy, sweet and salty tastes, and comfort and delicacy.
The meaning of Luoyang water mat:
Luoyang people regard the water mat as the first place to entertain guests from afar. It is not only a popular dining table in grand banquets, but also a dining table for civil weddings, funerals, birthdays and festivals. People also entertain relatives and friends with water seats, which are affectionately called "March 8 Table".
As a traditional food, it is called the Three Wonders of Luoyang together with the traditional Peony Flower Exhibition and the ancient Longmen Grottoes. It is called the three unique styles of the ancient capital Luoyang, and has become the pride of Luoyang people.