What should I bring to Guo Da Li?

What Do You Need For Guo Da Li (过大礼)?

• A betrothal basket.
• One pair each of dragon and phoenix candles.
• A red packet bearing the bride price, or ping jin.
• A can of pig trotters or a platter of roast pork.
• Hard liquor or wine.
• Traditional wedding cakes (喜饼)
• Oranges (usually 8, which is an even and auspicious number)

What happens after Guo Da Li?

After the Ceremony Once all the formalities and exchanging of the gifts have been done, the bride’s family can put up the wedding decorations and distribute the wedding cakes/pastries to their family and relatives. Traditionally, wedding invites can only be given out after Guo Da Li.

When should I give Jia Zhuang?

Jia Zhuang (嫁妆) Jia Zhuang refers to the dowry presented by the bride’s parents to the groom’s family after the Guo Da Li and at least one day before the wedding day. It symbolises the wealth and status of the bride’s family.

Who pays for Chinese wedding banquet?

Q. In traditional Chinese weddings, the groom’s side is supposed to pay for the wedding. But in the States, the bride’s family is expected to pay.

What is a Chinese wedding cake called?

Marry girl cake or dowry cake is a traditional Chinese pastry that was once a ceremonial cake used as a wedding gift in the traditional Chinese wedding ceremony, hence the name.

What are Guo Da li candlesticks?

Candies that are made from peanut, sugar and sesame seeds are believed to bring harmony and sweetness to the marriage. A common gift item during Guo Da Li are two pairs of candlesticks that come with a dragon motif for the groom and a phoenix motif for the bride.

What is the betrothal/Guo Da li?

The Betrothal / Guo Da Li (过大礼) is a Chinese wedding custom that requires the groom and his family to deliver a red packet containing the “Pin Jin” (聘金), also known as the betrothal gift money, and a list of items to the bride and her family. It is usually held 2 or 3 weeks before the actual wedding day on an auspicious date.

What do you get the groom and bride for Guo Da li?

A common gift item during Guo Da Li are two pairs of candlesticks that come with a dragon motif for the groom and a phoenix motif for the bride.

What is Guo Da li (过大礼)?

This practice is known as the Guo Da Li (过大礼) wherein the groom’s family offers food items and gifts to the bride’s family. These gifts symbolize prosperity and good luck. Additionally, the bride price (also called the bride wealth) is presented in a red packet.