"I feel like it's okay to look good. Pen, fun, pavilion www. biquge。 info "Lin Xiao leaned over: "But looking at the appearance, no one can think of it at the first time, this is actually a traditional Chinese pastry." ’

The red bean cake on the plate is crystal clear and divided into two layers, the upper layer is slightly transparent white, and you can see the petals blooming through the skin, and the lower layer is pink, and you can also see the uniform red beans in it.

"Well, it's beautiful, I also deliberately added fresh osmanthus to it. Li Ruonan said a little proudly.

"Where did the fresh osmanthus come from this season?" Lin Xiao said in surprise.

"I don't know, this is when I pick the osmanthus flowers, and then soak them in honey to keep them fresh, and then pick them out when I want to use them, isn't this the same as just picking them from the tree?"

"No, I can't help but want to try a piece. Lin Xiao picked up a piece of red bean cake from the cutting board and put it into his mouth, chewing it lightly: "Doesn't it feel a little too sweet?"

"Sweet?" Li Ruonan frowned, also picked up a piece and tasted it, and immediately smiled: "It's just right! This sweetness is something I discussed with Liu Mang, and it was specially prepared according to the taste of those Britons." Do you know that those British people eat sugar much more ruthlessly than us Chinese, and this sweetness can only be regarded as average. ”

"However, this taste is really good!" Lin Xiao smacked his mouth: "There is a rustling feeling in the mouth when you eat it, and after the sweetness is over, the fresh aroma of osmanthus spreads in the mouth, which is simply fragrant!"

"Really? I'll try it too. When Kong Ruiming heard this, he immediately picked up a piece from the board: "Hmm...... I think the sweetness is just right, although it is a little strong, but it is not greasy, and it is very suitable for my taste. ”

The cream on the top is also the finishing touch, and after adding agar, the taste becomes elastic, and with the aroma of osmanthus flowers, it brings out the softness and sweetness of the red bean cake underneath. ”

"Really?" Hearing everyone say this, Li Ruonan couldn't help but be overjoyed.

After all, this is the first time she has cooperated with Liu Mang to make a dish, and it has far exceeded her expectations to be praised by several kitchen bigwigs present.

"Ladies and gentlemen, tonight's banquet was a success!" Jefferson led his attendants to fetch the last dessert.

"If your master likes it, then we won't come in vain. Liu Mang nodded and smiled.

"Can you tell us a little bit about how this delicate dim sum was made?" asked Jefferson.

"Oh, the name of this dim sum is 'red bean cake', and it's different from Western cakes or puddings, and it's a unique Chinese way of cooking, steaming. ”

"Steamed?" Jefferson was a little surprised, apparently not yet understanding the meaning of the word: "Is it to add the ingredients to the water and put them in a pot and simmer?"

"It's not. Liu Mang opened the steamer they brought with him: "The steaming method is a method of heating food through the fire by using the water vapor produced after the water is boiled. Many foods like Chinese steamed buns, steamed buns, dumplings, and many others are cooked in this way. ”

"Oh, the Chinese are so wise. Jefferson sighed: "Gentlemen, I'm leaving, we'll talk later." ”

"Okay. ”

"I have a question, why don't these foreigners steam food to eat? I don't think there seems to be such a concept of steaming abroad. After Jefferson left, Liu Mang couldn't help but ask.

"It's not just steaming, it's not even stir-fried!" Lin Xiao pouted: "How can you say that Chinese food is the best in the world, because there are many techniques that throw those foreigners out of sight." ”

"Stir-frying and steaming are indeed two techniques that are unique to China. Li Ruonan agreed: "However, in recent years, some foreign chefs have introduced these two methods into Western food, such as stir-frying, which they call 'awakening', also known as boiling pot, but it is generally used by very big-name chefs, and ordinary people rarely do." ”

"Actually, I know why these foreigners haven't learned how to steam and fry, because I've studied this issue before. Tan Shi replied.

"Why?"

"It's because of the lack of resources. ”

"What does this have to do with a lack of resources?"

"Of course it matters, you think about it, stir-frying requires a lot of oil, and steaming also requires a lot of firewood. You know, the ancient Europeans were not like us Chinese, who would use sesame seeds and rape to extract oil. Olive oil commonly used in Western cuisine today is not of European origin, it comes from the Middle East and the Mediterranean coast. As for firewood, it's better to understand, in former Europe there was only one mill, one bakery in a village. What is the purpose? Of course, it is to conserve resources, but over time it becomes a habit and can never be changed!"

"That makes sense!" Everyone nodded again and again, indicating that they were taught, and Lin Xiao patted Tan Shi on the shoulder: "You are really not in vain as the president!

……

Jefferson came to the hall with the dessert they had made, and when the dessert on the plate was placed in front of everyone, everyone's eyes lit up.

"Wow! It's so beautiful!" Daile looked at the red bean cake on the plate and exclaimed: "It's like a gem, it's really unbearable!"

Eric gently scooped off a piece with a spoon, and the cream on top of the red bean cake became jelly-like after adding agar, and it trembled lightly on the spoon: "I didn't expect that there are such desserts in the East, it's really beautiful and heartbreaking." ”

Immediately sent to the mouth, the tip of the tongue is the first to sense the creamy and sweet taste, and then the aroma of osmanthus comes one after another, lingering on the nose. Gently bite down again, and the rustling sensation of the red bean cake below makes the teeth feel greatly satisfied.

The tongue, nose, taste buds, teeth, and all of these parts feel the beauty of dessert at the same time, making the whole body and mind happy.

"Perfect ending! What a perfect ending!" Francis closed his eyes slightly, looking intoxicated: "From the starter at the beginning, to the steak in the middle, to the dessert now." It's like watching a great show, with foreshadowing, climax, and a moving ending, it's a great feeling!"

"Mr. Francis, I have a small request. Dale lifted the napkin from her knee and stood up.

"Speak. Francis smiled.

"Can I meet this chef and his companions? I want to express my reverence and gratitude to him for making such delicious food for us. ”

"Of course, I guess that's what everyone here wants. Francis replied.

"That's right!" Eric nodded, "I'd also like to see if this Chinese chef is really as young as you say." ”

"Jefferson, do you hear me? Go and invite Mr. Chef and his companions over to fulfill everyone's wishes. ”

"Okay, master. Jefferson bowed and stepped back.

After a while, Jefferson came back, and together with Liu Mang, Lin Xiao and others, they came to the hall.

"Bang, Bang, Bang!" Francis and the guests stood up and applauded enthusiastically.

"This is the kitchen god from the East - Mr. Liu Mang. Jefferson said.

"Hello!" Liu Mang nodded and said hello.

"You're so young!"

"Looks like you're only twenty years old!"

"Is he making all these delicacies? It's hard to believe!"

As Jefferson's words fell, a whisper rang out all around.

"These are Mr. Liu Mang's companions, and they are also from the magical country of China. Jefferson introduced Lin Xiao, Li Ruonan and others in turn.

"Mr. Liu Mang, I take the liberty of asking, how old are you this year?" asked Dai'er, her eyes widened.

Li Ruonan translated Dai'er's words, and Liu Mang then replied: "This lady, I am 25 years old this year, but if you Westerners calculate it, it should be 24 years old." ”

"It's only 24, so how many years have you been learning to cook?"

"This is the third year. ”

"The third year, this can't be!" exclaimed not only Daer, but everyone present.

"It's true. ”

"Did you make all these dishes by yourself, or did your assistant do it for you?" asked Dale, still a little skeptical.

Let me answer that question. Lin Xiao spoke: "Beautiful lady, today's dishes are all done by this handsome guy in front of you alone, and we just made some small assistance." ”

"No, it's hard for me to do it alone without my partner. Liu Mang thought for a moment, and then said humbly: "A person's ability is always limited, and only a good team is the key to success." ”

"However, the kitchen god who is only twenty-four years old is really amazing!" Dai Er sighed: "You make me believe that there is really a genius in this world." ”

"By the way, guys, I heard from Jefferson that you're hosting a food festival in Los Angeles?" asked Francis.

"Yes. ”

"Food Festival?" the eyes of the guests at the scene suddenly lit up.

Dai Er exclaimed even more excitedly: "Great! I was still regretting it just now, I'm afraid that it will be difficult to taste such food in the future! Mr. Liu Mang, where is your food festival held? I will definitely go." ”

"Very welcome! I believe that the Chinese food made by our team will definitely not disappoint you. ”

"Mr. Liu Mang, did you just come to the United States to hold a food festival? With your cooking skills, the restaurant you opened will definitely have a lot of customers, right? Why do you want to make money by holding a food festival?" Eric asked curiously.

"Of course not, this gentleman. Liu Mang shook his head: "My team is the elite of the Chinese culinary industry, and this time I came to the United States mainly to promote Chinese cuisine, and making money is not our purpose." ”

"That's right...... And how long are you and your team going to stay in the U.S.?" Eric asked.

"My plan is to tour the major cities in the U.S. and wait until the UNESCO Heritage Committee approves our proposal before we return home. ”

"What proposal?"

"Oh, yes, in addition to promoting Chinese cuisine, we also have an important mission to apply for Chinese cuisine as a world intangible cultural heritage. ”

"World Intangible Cultural Heritage?" Eric thought for a moment, "What do I need to prepare for if I want to be successful?"

"Uh...... Actually, I was very confused, because it was the first time that I was recommended to do such a thing. However, if Chinese food can be accepted by more people, the chances of success may be greater. ”

"This is easy to do!" Eric squeezed his eyes at Liu Mang, "In order to thank Mr. Chef God for letting me eat the most delicious food in my life, I don't mind doing a small favor." Besides, good things need to be shared, if you want, can you take some time to take some photos or short videos so that I can put them on my website so that more people can see them?"

"Very happy!" Liu Mang nodded, and then asked, "What kind of website is it?"

"Oh, it's just a small website, Yahoo! have you heard of it?"

"It doesn't seem to be. Liu Mang shook his head: "It's my first time in the United States, and my knowledge of the United States is zero. ”

As soon as Liu Mang's words were finished, Li Ruonan, who was standing beside him, couldn't help but pull his sleeves, looking excited.

"What's wrong?" asked Liu Mang.

"Liu Mang, haven't you heard of Yahoo! The largest portal in the United States! It is also a world-famous Internet company! This person must be one of the founders of Yahoo, Walter Eric!" Li Ruonan said in a low voice in Chinese, unable to hide the excitement in his tone.

"Mr. Chef, I wonder if you need sponsors for your food festival? Our Max family is more than happy to serve you! This kind of food should be tasted by more people. Dale asked.

"Very willingly!"

"And I, if Mr. Liu Mang is willing, can you teach me a dish, such as this Dongpo steak? I want to sell it in my restaurant. Of course, I will note that it is a Chinese delicacy and pay you a royalty. Another guest with a slightly balding hair asked.

"What's your restaurant?"

"Oh, my name is Bigg Gross and I'm currently one of the shareholders of Hooters. ”

"Hooters?owl?" is an English word that Liu Mang still knows the approximate meaning.

"It's the Owl Company! Their restaurant chain currently has more than 500 stores in the United States, all over the United States!" Li Ruonan almost fainted with happiness.

"Oh, and me, if you need to advertise, the doors of the Interpublic Group are always open for you, and I can give you the maximum discount. Another well-mannered young man said.

"Interpublic Group, one of the world's largest advertising agencies, with operations all over the world!" Li Ruonan's voice trembled.

"Mr. Liu Mang, thank you very much for coming here and making such delicious food for me and my guests. Francis stood up and smiled: "Although I can't help much, I happen to know several officials from the United Nations World Heritage Organizing Committee, and I am more than willing to introduce them on my behalf." If Mr. Liu Mang can impress them with Chinese food, then the chances of success should be much greater. ”

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