When visiting relatives, its customary for them to offer guests tea, along with a round or octagonal tray filled with a variety of treats, from nuts to sweets. The candy tray arranged in either a circle or octagon is called "The Tray of Togetherness" “和睦托盘” After taking several pieces of candy from the tray, Each item represents some kind of good fortune.
* Cumquat - prosperity (gold)
* Coconut - (unity)
* Lychee nut - strong family relationships
* Longan - many good sons
* Lotus seed - many children
* Peanuts - long life
* Red melon seed - dyed red to symbolize joy, happiness, truth and sincerity
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