The Spirit of Gourmet

Chapter 263 The Advantage of Being Upwind
"This is a 10-time VIP cruise ticket."

The staff handed Qin Lang a gold-embossed card and apologized again, saying, "We sincerely apologize for your loss, Mr. Qin Lang, and we will urge our security personnel to strengthen subsequent security management."

"As for the two thieves, we will report them to the public security department of the Royal Chef Association in the nearby city and bring them to justice as soon as possible."

After speaking, the staff member bowed slightly and left Qin Lang's room.

"Idol, don't be too sad." Di You sighed. "I believe those two despicable guys will definitely be punished!"

“That’s right.” Zhao Qian nodded emphatically, gritting her teeth as she said, “Next time I run into Luo Mi, I’ll definitely make her pay!”

"This debt can only be collected next time." Qin Lang shook his head, temporarily suppressing his displeasure.

Having encountered Liu Chuang and Luo Mi in several cities, it was clear that he had become the target of the rare spirit hunting team. And since they had been following him, their target must be the two rare spirits, Little Fatty Chicken and Little Rice Grain.

This means that the other party will definitely not give up.

They will meet again someday.

Slowly clenching his fist and then releasing it, Qin Lang turned to look at the others, "Everyone, let's go back first."

"Okay." Cao Dongdong and the others nodded in unison.

They had originally planned to sample the food Qin Lang had prepared for tomorrow's food exhibition, but now that all the ingredients had been stolen, they would have to wait until tomorrow to eat it.

"Qin Lang, good luck at the food expo!" Zhao Qian waved her fist at Qin Lang. "I'm not participating this time, but I'm definitely going to have a big feast!"

"Mm!" Qin Lang smiled and waved, watching the others leave the room before looking at the still somewhat messy room.

"Let's tidy up the room first."
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"I go!"

Cao Dongdong stared wide-eyed at the top deck of the cruise ship, which had been transformed overnight.

Yesterday, this place was a tourist attraction with an outdoor swimming pool and various other recreational facilities. Now, all of these have been removed and replaced with well-planned, standardized cooking units.

Yes, standard cooking unit!
“I thought it would only have food carts for street vendors at most,” Cao Dongdong clicked his tongue. “No wonder it’s the ‘Leaping Fish’ cruise ship.”

"This efficiency is truly astonishing." Qin Lang inspected the various kitchen utensils in his own cooking unit, his face also showing amazement.

These cooking units, designed for an open model, resemble rows of interconnected open kitchens, each with a large queuing area in front to avoid overcrowding among tourists.

Cooking in such an environment gave Qin Lang a feeling of being in a cooking competition. He had to admit that the 'Leaping Fish' cruise ship was even more wealthy and powerful than he had imagined.

"Stop talking so much, hurry up and make two portions of the food you prepared for me and Zuo Ge." Cao Dongdong swallowed hard and couldn't help but urge him.

He missed out on it yesterday, so he's really craving it today.

"Okay." Qin Lang nodded, then looked at Zuo Ge standing next to Cao Dongdong, "Zuo Ge, are you also participating in the food exhibition?"

"I'll assist Dongdong."

Zuo Ge chuckled, "Last time, the two of us worked together quite well. I have to say, I think I've found a bit of joy in cooking."

"Cracking eggs for me doesn't count as cooking," Cao Dongdong chuckled. "But you might become a spirit chef someday."

“That’s too far removed from my reality,” Zog shrugged.

Listening to the two chatting and laughing, Qin Lang smiled and shook his head, then began to check the ingredients that had been prepared in advance on the table. The chicken legs were first processed by Danbao with fresh ingredients, then scored, and then mixed with an appropriate amount of salt, five-spice powder, white pepper and cooking wine, so that the surface of each chicken leg was covered with marinade, and then marinated for half an hour.

Heat a thin layer of oil in a pan, fry the bacon until it turns reddish-brown, then remove it, cut it into small pieces about the size of a fingernail, and set it aside.

Boil the potatoes until cooked, then mash them vigorously in a bowl until they become a puree.

Chop the tomatoes and onions and set aside.

Once the other ingredients are prepared, the chicken legs will be ready to marinate. Fry the marinated chicken legs in a pan until the skin is slightly crispy, then add water to cover the chicken legs and simmer over medium heat for half an hour.

While Qin Lang was making preparations, the other Imperial Chefs who were participating in the food exhibition also arrived one after another and began their preparations in an orderly manner. Meanwhile, the first batch of tourists who had received the news had already flocked in from the top floor entrance.

"Chapter?"

Seeing this, a hint of anxiety flashed in Lala's eyes. Looking at Qin Lang, who had stopped moving, she couldn't help but ask if he needed her help.

“Not for now.” Qin Lang looked at the diners who were still quite a distance away from him. “The food exhibition has just begun, we can take our time.”

"The tourists have all arrived, so it seems I need to start preparing." Cao Dongdong stretched and walked towards his cooking area.

"Zoge, could you get me some chicken legs later?"

"No problem!" Zuo Ge nodded with a smile, his eyes fixed on the chicken legs and other prepared ingredients that were simmering in Qin Lang's pot.

With so many ingredients combined, the final product is sure to be delicious!

Just then, a sharp "sizzle" sound suddenly rang out from the cooking unit on the other side of Qin Lang.

At the same time, a rich and enticing fish aroma exploded instantly as the hot oil was activated, sweeping in all directions and spreading rapidly.

Qin Lang couldn't help but turn his head to look. The cooking unit that was emitting the sound and aroma belonged to Dai Lan. As if sensing Qin Lang's gaze, the other party turned its head to look at him, a hint of provocation flashing in its eyes.

The advantage of being upwind was on full display. Before long, the aroma from Dylan's side spread throughout the venue with the help of the wind. The first group of tourists who arrived at that moment couldn't help but sniff the aroma and head over, quickly forming a long queue in front of Dylan's cooking area.

What kind of food do you sell here?

The lead tourist couldn't help but speak up.

"Crispy fried fish." Dai Lan said slowly, while placing the first golden-brown fried fish into a lunchbox and handing it to the other person.

In an instant, all eyes of those queuing behind him fell on him, their eyes filled with curiosity, eager to see what this delicacy tasted like.

Tourists who received the food couldn't wait. They blew on it briefly and took a bite. A crisp "crunch" sound rang out, and their eyes widened instantly.

Without hesitation, he devoured the crispy fish in his hand in a few bites, leaving not even the head or tail. He didn't spit out any bones during the entire process. This delicacy, just like its name, had bones so crispy that they could be eaten directly.

Seeing this, the others already knew the answer and couldn't wait to shout to Dylan.

"Please give me one!"

"I want two!"

"I want to try some too!"

(End of this chapter)