Challenging 'Banquet' in Front of Sydney Opera House: Sonia Sui Overwhelmed as General Manager
Taiwanese celebrities Sonia Sui, Blue Lan, and others formed the 'Banquet Taiwan Team' to host an overseas Taiwanese-style banquet next to the Sydney Opera House. General manager Sonia Sui felt immense pressure due to strict regulations. The program 'Feed the World' documented this challenge and will air on multiple platforms.
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(Central News Agency reporter Hong Sujin, Taipei 12th) Celebrities Sonia Sui, Blue Lan, Haozi, Chen Suiyi, and Qianqian formed the "Banquet Taiwan Team" to record a banquet program and also sang the theme song "Banquet Banquet." This time, they went to Sydney, Australia, to hold a banquet, and general manager Sonia Sui was overwhelmed with pressure; Chen Suiyi also said that two days felt like two weeks.
The members of the Banquet Taiwan Team, Sonia Sui, Blue Lan, Haozi, Chen Suiyi, and Qianqian, sang the theme song "Banquet Banquet" for the program "Feed the World," adding a strong Taiwanese flavor and passionate atmosphere to the show.
This week's episode features the Banquet Taiwan Team heading to Sydney, Australia, to take on their first overseas banquet challenge. From the moment they arrived in Sydney, everyone immediately threw themselves into high-intensity tasks. They not only had to inspect the venue, test recipes, and purchase ingredients, but also had to visit Chinese businessmen, overseas Chinese, Sydney city councilors, and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney. The schedule was packed with no time to rest.
Chen Suiyi said in a press release, "I've only been in Sydney for two days, but it feels like I've been here for two weeks." The only brief moment of leisure was when they took a yacht across Darling Harbour, overlooking the Sydney Opera House and the harbor scenery, allowing the program to capture Sydney's charming cityscape.
The banquet location was chosen on the grassy area next to the Sydney Opera House. As it is a national protected area, the application process was complicated and the regulations were extremely strict. Not only could no objects be nailed into the ground, but leftover food and water could not be left on site to avoid affecting the growth of the grass.
Faced with such high-standard restrictions, the team's pressure multiplied. Sonia Sui, who served as the general manager for the Sydney event, admitted that anxiety, emotions, and pressure once surged simultaneously during group meetings. "I have a relatively impatient personality, and I also reflect on whether I am sometimes too impatient," she said. Haozi humorously remarked, "Having the Opera House as my backing, this is probably the only time in my life I'll have such glory!"
Sonia Sui's fluent English skills came in handy when inviting local residents and visiting Wu Zhengwei, the director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney, showcasing her communication skills.
"Feed the World" premieres on SET Taiwan every Saturday at 10 PM, airs on CTS on Sundays at 8 PM, and the first episode will air on WLTV on the 12th at 9 PM. It will be simultaneously available on streaming platforms Hami Video and LINE TV on the 12th at 11 PM, and on the official YouTube channel starting from the 16th every Tuesday. (Editor: Guan Zhongwei) 1150612
The members of the Banquet Taiwan Team, Sonia Sui, Blue Lan, Haozi, Chen Suiyi, and Qianqian, sang the theme song "Banquet Banquet" for the program "Feed the World," adding a strong Taiwanese flavor and passionate atmosphere to the show.
This week's episode features the Banquet Taiwan Team heading to Sydney, Australia, to take on their first overseas banquet challenge. From the moment they arrived in Sydney, everyone immediately threw themselves into high-intensity tasks. They not only had to inspect the venue, test recipes, and purchase ingredients, but also had to visit Chinese businessmen, overseas Chinese, Sydney city councilors, and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney. The schedule was packed with no time to rest.
Chen Suiyi said in a press release, "I've only been in Sydney for two days, but it feels like I've been here for two weeks." The only brief moment of leisure was when they took a yacht across Darling Harbour, overlooking the Sydney Opera House and the harbor scenery, allowing the program to capture Sydney's charming cityscape.
The banquet location was chosen on the grassy area next to the Sydney Opera House. As it is a national protected area, the application process was complicated and the regulations were extremely strict. Not only could no objects be nailed into the ground, but leftover food and water could not be left on site to avoid affecting the growth of the grass.
Faced with such high-standard restrictions, the team's pressure multiplied. Sonia Sui, who served as the general manager for the Sydney event, admitted that anxiety, emotions, and pressure once surged simultaneously during group meetings. "I have a relatively impatient personality, and I also reflect on whether I am sometimes too impatient," she said. Haozi humorously remarked, "Having the Opera House as my backing, this is probably the only time in my life I'll have such glory!"
Sonia Sui's fluent English skills came in handy when inviting local residents and visiting Wu Zhengwei, the director of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Sydney, showcasing her communication skills.
"Feed the World" premieres on SET Taiwan every Saturday at 10 PM, airs on CTS on Sundays at 8 PM, and the first episode will air on WLTV on the 12th at 9 PM. It will be simultaneously available on streaming platforms Hami Video and LINE TV on the 12th at 11 PM, and on the official YouTube channel starting from the 16th every Tuesday. (Editor: Guan Zhongwei) 1150612
FAQ
What is 'Banquet' (辦桌)?
It is a traditional Taiwanese outdoor banquet style, often held for weddings and festivals.
Why hold the banquet at the Sydney Opera House?
It was chosen as an iconic location to promote Taiwanese culture to the world.
Where can I watch the show?
It is available on SET Taiwan, CTS, WLTV, Hami Video, LINE TV, and YouTube.