President Trump served a menu that combined the food cultures of both countries at a state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping. The dinner began with wine commemorating President Nixon's visit to China, followed by dishes such as pumpkin soup with herbs and wild mushrooms, pancetta, and sea bass sprinkled with sesame seeds. Dessert consisted of cherry bean paste and White House honey ice cream. The dinner decorations featured red tablecloths, the symbolic color of China, and flowers. Gold-plated silverware and the 'Reagan State Service' tableware set were used. Tenor Christopher Macchio, who also performed at Trump's inauguration, participated in the dinner performance.
