The tea, which is fragrant, is served to you out of dainty cups, China cups, an evidence that the tea-drinking of Americans and Europeans is derived from the Celestial Empire.

The tea-plant is said, by a pretty legend, to have been formed from the eyelids of Buddha Dharma, which, in his generosity, he cut off for the benefit of men.

If you wish for sweetmeats they will be served in a most tempting way.

You can also have chicken, rice, and vegetables, and fruits, after the Chinese fashion.

You can eat with your fingers if you like, or use knives and forks, or, if you desire to play the Chinaman, with the chop-sticks.