The time for excessive drinking is

The time for excessive drinking is by far the highlight of the evening. There is no first dance from the newly-wedded couple, no games and the only professional entertainer of the evening, the host, has probably already left the building. The room is full of tables leaving no space to do anything but sit down and stuff your face while stopping once in a while to stand up for the occasional 干杯 （gān bēi - toast）from the all-too-eager ‘uncles’ that have made it their night’s mission to toast you, the lăo wài, until you’re slumping in your seat.As the evening wears on, and if you’re still standing, the newly wedded couple will make their way around the room toasting to each table and their future. The couple will be sipping alcohol, more than likely very watered down, from tiny glasses at the expense of the already hammered guests.