Have any of my foodie brethren read or prepared dishes from a new cookbook called The Nobel Banquets, featuring menus from the early years of the award ceremonies? I came across a profile of it in a culinary arts magazine and am... (1 reply, last updated by Carolyn Tillie November 21, 2001)

Since the chef and sous chef have left R&G, does someone have another recommendation in the city for a Chinese banquet dinner for 10? thanks. (12 replies, last updated by nja November 8, 2004)

Does anyone know where they offer a chinese banquet for small goups, 10 or so? (5 replies, last updated by El Guapo December 16, 2002)

I’m setting up a Chinese New Year’s Banquet here in Sacramento and I need some help selecting a menu. I’ve never done this before and I don’t want to make the mistake of just getting the americanized... (14 replies, last updated by Robert February 15, 2003)

Squirrel fish is a dish from Jiangsu, not Fujian, and is a fairly involved banquet dish. In this particular case, the chef learnt it when he was in Beijing. As for the ravioli, that chef picked up the recipe from a good Italian... (26 replies, last updated by Brian S April 9, 2006)

That is really a shame about the opinions of the food writers. Just curious. Was it just a food writer get together, the chinese banquet just being the type of meal selected? Or was the point of the meal to showcase the foods in... (8 replies, last updated by rworange February 18, 2006)

I’ve been reading your postings and restaurant reviews and have made my choices but would appreciate your comments regarding our selections. Thur – China Grill Fri – Wish Saturday – Pacific Time Sunday -... (11 replies, last updated by Lisa in KC March 3, 2006)

I’m planning an event where I need dessert for about 75 people, and my idea is to get a selection of cakes, pies, brownies, etc. from various bakeries across Asheville. Basically I’m looking for the best place to go... (16 replies, last updated by danna November 6, 2007)

November 2006 Cookbook of the Month: Use this thread to discuss which of Rick Bayless' recipes you are considering, get feedback from other chowhounds, and find out if anyone else has tried or is trying the same thing. Full... (47 replies, last updated by Eat_Nopal November 7, 2006)

. Otherwise, I would recommend Ping’s Seafood right next door. It boasts a more robust seafood selection than Sweet N Tart would. I find both places more intimate and appealing (both in terms of food and decor) than some... (1 reply, last updated by FredYC June 5, 2001)

Hi.. Does anyone know any banquet halls that allow outside catering on a saturday night, that are within vaughan, toronto (uptown) or richmond hill area?! (Cuz i know there are lots in woodbridge.. but i’m looking for... (4 replies, last updated by Elaine August 9, 2005)

I know this was discussed a bit a couple of weeks ago but there was no answer. So, does anyone know of a restaurant in Philly that is having a Chinese New Year banquet? Now that the Chinese Cultural and Community Center in... (3 replies, last updated by David De Silva February 12, 2002)

Several months ago I posted a request for a suggestion for a wedding dinner near the Kahala Resort in Honolulu. After looking at the board’s responses I selected 3660 on the Rise in nearby Kaimuki. The party was a great... (5 replies, last updated by da_seuss November 29, 2007)

that Chinese tend to be flashy at banquet occasions (you don’t want your guests calling you cheap behind your back), so economy is not necessarily built into set banquet menus. However there’s nothing to stop you from... (30 replies, last updated by rklimpl2003 August 19, 2008)

I am planning to have a Chinese family style banquet for my rehearsal dinner for out of town family and friends. I hope to have a 10+ dish Cantonese style meal for my guests. I have not had the opportunity to try this style of... (7 replies, last updated by paulj June 27, 2007)