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Chinese tea and rice wine are poured in preparation for the groom and bride to pay respect to the Bride's ancestors, by the burning of joss sticks and kow-tow. The red decorated candles, one of a Phoenix and one of a Dragon, represent the Bride and the Groom. |
| The Bride and Groom, assisted by the groom's Best Friend, offer ceremonial Chinese tea to the bride's mother, senior members of her family, and friends, and in return receive gifts of money, gold rings or necklaces. |
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Bride and groom give traditional Fun Bao to the bride's younger unmarried brother. |
| Bride and groom leave the bride's home to return to the groom's home, for another part of the traditional ceremonies. |
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The wedding car decorated with white and red ribbons, a combination of Chinese and Western customs. |
