Outdoor banquet next to an ancient opera stage in the outskirts of Beijing, wooden theatre stage in background, red lanterns hanging high, long table on stone‑brick ground. On the dark polished wooden table centre a carved‑pattern porcelain plate holds thinly sliced beef drizzled with red chili oil, sprinkled with Sichuan pepper powder, white sesame seeds and fresh cilantro. Side dishes: braised lion’s‑head meatballs, eight‑treasure duck, steamed turtle pieces. Tableware: blue‑and‑white porcelain plates and bowls, zisha teapot, copper chopstick rests. Scene full of old Beijing theatre‑stage vibe, autumn breeze gently stirring, atmosphere rich, main dish emphasised by texture and colour contrast.
