Chapter 6130

On White Horse Island, there are around forty Chinese tourists in total. If they were to follow the usual banquet customs of China, they would likely be seated together.

However, the restaurant did not arrange a table for eight or ten people in line with traditional Chinese banquet style. Instead, the chef crafted an individualized menu for each guest. Following the principles of Japanese Kaiseki cuisine, the menu details were provided on paper, with each person receiving their own dedicated set of dishes.

This menu comprises a total of sixteen courses. In accordance with Chinese culinary customs, it includes four cold dishes, four stir-fried dishes, four stews, two soups, and two rice dishes.

Additionally, an assortment of Chinese liquors has been prepared for the guests.

The advantages of this approach are clear. As each dish is served, portions are small, eliminating the need to share utensils with others, thereby reducing waste. Most importantly, even a small group of diners can comfortably enjoy a full meal.

Typically, couples dining out struggle to finish three or four dishes. With sixteen courses being served, it feels excessive, and the traditional seating arrangements can detract from the experience. This new meal-sharing style is particularly accommodating for small families traveling in pairs or small groups.

During the meal, Bernard Arnault asked a waiter to serve white wine as he raised a toast to the guests individually. At that moment, aside from his appearance and complexion, he bore an uncanny resemblance to a Chinese person.