The story begins in Food Wars, when Alice took him home.

While there's no issue with either age or ability, isn't this a bit too outrageous? The two are simply not in the same league!

"Making extra money? Is the culinary world of 'dark cuisine' really that poor these days? Your salaries aren't even enough for you anymore..."

Bai Yuan asked with some doubt, thinking that he would wait until the competition was over to see how things were going since he had been away from the dark cuisine world for a year.

How far have those underdogs who were eliminated by Totsuki Academy grown now?!

“My normal salary is more than enough, but I like to buy luxury goods, ranging from several thousand to tens of thousands of yuan, so I can never save any money in my account and need to take on jobs.”

Mrs. Xianglan smiled sheepishly. As a fashionable urban woman, she spent a lot on luxury goods every month.

If I don't accept endorsements and serve as a judge in competitions, it's simply impossible to make a living.

"That's really unfair to you."

After listening to her story and seeing the embarrassment on her face, Bai Yuan shook his head and said nothing.

Everyone makes their own choices, and digging into their background is extremely disrespectful.

"Not at all, not at all. On the contrary, I feel very fulfilled right now, and I'm really lucky to be able to eat your cooking here, Chief!"

As they spoke, Madam Xianglan looked at the dishes that Bai Yuan had brought out. Just smelling the aroma made her body restless!

Chapter 235 What is your purpose in coming here?!

"A culinary masterpiece..."

This might be the only time in my life I'll have the chance to taste cuisine of this caliber!

Upon hearing Madam Xianglan's words, the three judges finally realized what was happening, and, sensing the fragrance wafting in the air, revealed expressions of longing.

Because the ingredients are only fruit, the air is filled with a rich fruity aroma, along with a bright sweet and sour flavor that makes people involuntarily excited.

"Can we try some?"

The old man looked at the food in front of him, swallowed hard, and although he was extremely eager for it, he still raised his head and asked Bai Yuan cautiously.

"This was originally made for you to eat, so of course you can have it."

Bai Yuan shrugged, telling them to enjoy the sauce while it was still warm. Their attitudes had changed so drastically since they found out he was a seven-star chef!

Is a Seven-Star Chef really that prestigious...?

A ripple of emotion stirred within Bai Yuan, but he maintained his composure on his face. He then pushed the dish forward, fully revealing it to the three of them.

The other contestants were equally eager and wished they could rush forward and snatch the dish away.

But they were top-notch chefs after all, and knowing the importance of this competition, they restrained themselves and did not rush up and make a fool of themselves, so as to avoid leaving a bad impression on the judges.

Of course, this is mainly because the main ingredient in this dish is fruit, which doesn't have a strong aroma. If it were any other ingredient, it would have been overwhelmingly fragrant!

Even in a competition, even knowing that rushing in will result in a significant loss of impression points, all are equal before a dish of brilliance.

"But this dish is truly exquisite! If I hadn't noticed there was no fish on the counter earlier, I would never have guessed it was carved from fruit!"

The middle-aged man couldn't help but sigh, "A good chef isn't necessarily good at carving, but a good carver is usually a good chef. You can actually see the clue in this."

"I wonder what it will taste like..."

Madam Xianglan was the first to reach out with her chopsticks, picking up the fruit squirrel fish and putting it directly into her mouth. At the same time, she closed her eyes and savored the taste.

"The tartness of oranges and lemons, combined with the sweetness of honey, achieves a perfect balance through stir-frying and thickening, resulting in a refreshing taste experience that is neither too sweet nor too sour!"

The sweet and sour taste on her tongue made Madam Xianglan murmur softly, and she began to ramble on with her evaluation, her face filled with immense satisfaction.

"The aromas of pineapple, green apple and cantaloupe unfold in layers, combining the warmth of tropical fruits with the freshness of temperate fruits."

The middle-aged man clasped his hands tightly over his shoulders, his fingers digging into his muscles. His face showed suppressed and restrained emotions, but the rich aroma made it hard for him to control himself!

"The cantaloupe has a delicate and soft texture that melts in your mouth, mimicking the tender texture of fish. The pineapple has a moderate fiber content, providing a chewy texture similar to fried fish, while the sweet and sour flesh blends perfectly with the sauce. The sauce has just the right consistency, coating the fruit and bringing a warm and satisfying sensation when you eat it."

The combined flavor is almost indistinguishable from real squirrel fish. And because it uses only fruit, it naturally has a rich, fruity aroma!

The old man stated his conclusion, his face filled with astonishment. It was hard to imagine that this squirrel-shaped fish dish was made entirely of fruit!

"What an amazing dish! Fruit Squirrel Fish... It uses several fruits that are theoretically impossible to make into squirrel fish, yet it has created the flavor of squirrel fish!"

Lady Xianglan blushed deeply, whether from the delicious food or because the person in front of her was the leader, she couldn't tell; even her eyes became somewhat unfocused.

"It's not just amazing, it's revolutionary! Before tasting it, who would have thought that this squirrel fish was made from fruit, and that it would be so delicious!"

The only elderly judge was also somewhat dazed. After regaining his senses, he looked at the fruit squirrel fish in front of him and praised it without reservation.

"It tastes even better when it's cold, since all the ingredients are fruit. You can also put it in the refrigerator if needed and eat it as a frozen treat."

Seeing the group quickly devour the fruit squirrel fish while scrambling to finish it, Bai Yuan finally spoke up helplessly.

How did it finish in less than a minute...?

Can't you be a little more polite?

Not all fruits are suitable to be enjoyed as hot dishes; this fruit squirrel fish is undoubtedly more suitable to be enjoyed as an iced dessert.

However, because the people in front of him were in a hurry, they didn't even wait for Bai Yuan to say anything before clearing up the dish.

"That's a pity, it's all gone..."

Upon hearing Bai Yuan's words, the middle-aged man paused, looking at the plate in front of him with only some sauce left, a look of regret on his face.

"Pity…"

Lady Xianglan is the same; she's already so delicious when it's hot. If, as Bai Yuan said, she becomes an ice cream, just how delicious would she be?!

"Please come with me, sir. I'll take you to see the president of the Fujian Chefs Association."

Seeing that the food had been completely eaten, the old man looked at Bai Yuan in front of him, gestured for him to go see the chairman.

"Okay, lead the way."

Bai Yuan did not refuse. After his identity was exposed, it was no longer appropriate for him to stay in the contestant area. He might as well leave and go have tea with the president of the Chefs' Association.

Compared to the four kings of Cantonese cuisine.

The Fujian Chefs Association consists of one president, two vice presidents, and eight hall masters, each with their own area of ​​expertise.

Specifically, it is divided into seafood, mountain delicacies, soups, snacks, desserts, barbecue, seasonings, and vegetarian dishes.

Although the naming of the establishments is somewhat whimsical, each head chef is a genuine five-star chef, and the apprenticeship system is adopted.

The two vice presidents are veteran six-star chefs, while the president is the only publicly known seven-star chef in Fujian, and has a great reputation in China.

Only someone like him is qualified to sit down and discuss the Dao with Bai Yuan!

After passing through the competition venue, the two arrived at a simple courtyard where a plump old man was sweeping the yard. He immediately squinted his eyes when he saw someone coming.

"Xuanqing, this is that young seven-star chef? Are you sure you're not mistaken? He may be young according to the intelligence, but isn't he a bit too young?!"

"That's right, he is Bai Yuan. I personally witnessed him create the 'Radiant Cuisine,' and it was absolutely genuine. He is China's youngest Special Grade Seven-Star Chef!"

His gaze swept over Bai Yuan, and although he already knew his age, the shock of actually meeting him still struck his heart.

The other person was about the same age as his great-grandson, and he was surprised that the other person could cook at the same level as him!

"Truly, heroes emerge from among the young! I never imagined that I would live to see a twenty-year-old become a seven-star chef. It makes me wonder if I'm dreaming."

Jin Dafu's gaze swept back and forth over Bai Yuan, observing his calm demeanor and the faint smile he gave him. He couldn't help but nod in approval.

Putting everything else aside, this calm and composed demeanor alone is enough to make people feel that only a truly skilled chef can exude such a unique aura.

"Senior Jin, you flatter me. I have only achieved some success by chance and I really do not deserve to be called a hero. Your achievements and prestige in the culinary world are the role models for us younger generations."

Bai Yuan spoke very modestly, while also exchanging pleasantries, which made Jin Dafu laugh heartily.

"I like what you're saying, but I'm not just praising you; I mean it sincerely. Don't be too modest; you have every right to be proud!"

Jin Dafu admired Bai Yuan's attitude even more.

He remains humble and modest despite his age and impressive abilities, which is truly admirable.

Put yourself in his shoes. If he had achieved this much at Bai Yuan's age, he would probably be swaggering around, and no one could sway him!

After all, a top-tier seven-star chef has already reached the pinnacle of the culinary world, with no rivals except for the extremely rare top-tier eight-star chefs!

"It's not that I'm being modest, it's just that I feel there's still so much I need to learn."

I've heard that you have the best expertise in black pork dishes. May I ask you some questions related to black pork cooking?

Before coming, Bai Yuan had already inquired about the Fujian Culinary Association. Jin Dafu, the president of the association, was extremely skilled in meat dishes, with black pork being his most renowned specialty.

During this time, he happened to develop an interest in black pigs, which have a more delicate texture and richer flavor compared to regular pork.

"Black pork dishes? You've come to the right person! Of all the meats in the world, black pork is my favorite!"

Let me briefly mention a few of its advantages: black pork has evenly distributed fat, firm and elastic meat, and a more tender taste than ordinary pork.

Furthermore, due to the longer growth cycle of black pigs, their meat accumulates more flavor compounds, resulting in a fragrant aroma and rich, mellow taste after cooking.

When Bai Yuan asked about the area he was familiar with, Jin Dafu immediately pulled him to sit on a stone bench in the courtyard and personally poured him a cup of hot tea.

The old man, who had been called Xuanqing, only glanced at the teapot with longing before leaving, as he still had to serve as a judge.

"Based on the advantages you mentioned, black pork is very suitable for making dishes like meat buns and char siu."

Bai Yuan pinched his chin, quickly forming culinary ideas in his mind. It seemed that some dishes that highlighted the natural flavor of the meat would be well-suited to black pork.

"Let's have tea."

Jin Dafu simply smiled at Bai Yuan's words, placed a teacup filled three-quarters full in front of him, and gestured for him to enter.

"This is what is known as Wuyi rock tea. The leaf tips are twisted, like a dragonfly's head. The color is dark blue with a brownish-oily sheen. The inner quality is lively, sweet, clear, and fragrant."

I glanced at the tea leaves in the teapot, then at the Wuyi rock tea in front of me. If I'm not mistaken, the tea being brewed should be Da Hong Pao.

Because the rock tea brewed with Da Hong Pao has a bright orange-yellow color, a rich and complex aroma, and a floral, fruity, and unique mineral scent.

"Young Master Bai Yuan also enjoys tea?"

Jin Dafu looked at Bai Yuan with slight surprise, seemingly not expecting someone so young to know so much about tea, since young people these days don't like tea and prefer Western coffee. However, after remembering that Bai Yuan was a seven-star chef, everything made sense.

What great chef doesn't like drinking tea?

"This distinct rocky floral aroma is definitely a top-grade oolong tea; it's hard not to notice it."

Bai Yuan smiled and shook his head, then picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip of the tea.

The environment shapes the people, and tea, in a way, reflects the local environment.

"The taste is rich and mellow, with a strong aftertaste and a long finish, as if you can feel the weight of the rocks of Wuyi Mountain and the spirit of nature."