What a pleasure it was to visit the Diaoyutai State Guest House last night.

Mr. Bo Xilai, the Minister of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, met with us and shared insights on economic and social achievements, challenges, and opportunities in China. He was generous with his time and observations. It was a very thought-provoking evening that was made serene by gracious hosts, interesting conversation, pleasant music (mostly Mozart), and a delicious dinner.


Photo from the State Guest House website

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Hors d'Oeuvres
Four Small Dishes, the spicy bean curd cubes were memorable
Cream and Green Pea Soup
Beef Steak with Mushroom Sauce
Deep Fried Prawn Cutlet, the prawns were huge
Roast Fish with Cheese
Beijing Roast Duck
Braised Asparagus with Scallop
Compote of Chinese Honey Locust Bean
Fruit

P.S. This is the same room where the six-party talks on the Korean Peninsula nuclear issue are held.