All of you guests come by,
from corners of the world all,
The table is abundantly full.
Every guest’s wish will be fulfilled,
with splendour and abundance,
So hurry, eat, drink, play, laugh and dance!
Leave your work at home, but bring a happy heart,
To this feast of the most delicious art.
If there’s anyone who doesn’t think this is the best inn,
Then you should know it is the first in the world for lodging.
(an old invitation from a Saxon Elector Prince)




