Chapter 55: The Picky Eater (Part II)
Chris seemed to be waiting in his seat, but he was actually thinking about what the back of the diner's kitchen would do with his orders. As a qualified gourmet www.biquge.info he doesn't just eat, he specializes in everything related to food, including how to cook and how to run the kitchen.
According to his speculation, the adoption of two completely different menus in this restaurant today is completely out of desperation, and he has just seen the restaurant's complete version of the ordinary menu, most of which he can't even deduce the ingredients, which can only mean that these are recipes unique to this restaurant. And these recipes may not be preserved in their entirety for at least a month after the restaurant opens.
Second, and most importantly, not all chefs can master all the recipes, because so many new products with experience are not made by one person, and as a restaurant chef, you can never let one person be responsible for all the production tasks of a single variety, which can only be done in a private kitchen, such as many chefs in his own kitchen, who are hired with only a few specialtiesTherefore, there will inevitably be some difficult dishes due to the difference in the level of chefs, resulting in unstable quality, which is an unacceptable mistake for a high-end restaurant.
Therefore, in order to ensure the quality of the dishes in the VIP seats, only a limited number of dishes are provided to choose from, and the tongues of ordinary diners downstairs are not so picky after all, so it is harmless for the kitchen to make even a small mistake in cooking.
So Chris was almost certain that the dishes he chose to his liking would attract enough attention in the back kitchen and be personally cooked by a chef who excelled at the dishes, but it would be a mistake to think that he could be dismissed so easily, and it would be clear whether it was a mule or a horse.
At the same time, the spacious kitchen is bustling with waiters in black and white uniforms, passing orders from the front dining area or serving out finished dishes.
The chefs, all dressed in white, were busy at the counter and the stove, while Jon, who was dressed in plain black kitchen clothes unlike the others, stood in front of the serving table and stared at each dish served, shouting at the cooking area from time to time.
"The mapo tofu at table 5 doesn't taste right, there's a lot of red oil, redo it!"
"The pan-fried sea bass on table 17 is rolled for 5 minutes before it is put into the pot, and the letter from the front said that it will take a while for the soup to be finished!"
"Private room 2 plus two servings of seafood fried rice and a mixed fried spring rolls, and you can start immediately!
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Jon's face flushed a little under the constant roar, but his spirit seemed very full, but it was very different from the quiet appearance of Wen Wen when he first came here, but he was very crisp and capable in his gestures, and he looked more charming.
And after Finch came in with a straight face, Jon temporarily stopped what he was doing, and asked with some curiosity: "You are the only one left on the second floor, why is it so late, bring me the list!"
With that, Jon took Finch's order, and after a moment's notice, he frowned and looked at Finch for an answer, because the dishes written on it did not match the VIP menu on the second floor before.
Sighing helplessly, Finch briefly explained what happened to Viscount Chris on the second floor, and Jon didn't speak for a long time after listening.
As a chef who has been in the upper class of the royal capital for a period of time, he naturally knows the name of the 'Viscount of Gourmet' Chris, who was nicknamed by the imperial monarch, and the so-called ignorant fearless person feels that things are difficult precisely because he understands him, so he unconsciously turns his head to Xiao Yi, who has been standing next to him and observing the operation of the back kitchen.
"Boss!"
"I know the matter, Finch did the right thing, since the people have made the request, then it will be done! It's not a big deal, anyway, there is still room for the kitchen now, and it shouldn't be a problem to be a little busy!" Xiao Yi looked very calm.
"Boss, I didn't mean that, it's just that this adult is really a little special!"
"Oh?" Xiao Yi was a little strange, because Chris's name in the royal capital was very well-known, so Finch said a little simple just now, as if he noticed the reason for Xiao Yi's question, so Jon told him what he knew about Viscount Chris.
Xiao Yi naturally understood what kind of existence a famous gourmand was in a restaurant, and made a decision after thinking for a while.
"In that case, you can cook!"
Jon was obviously stunned when he heard the request, and then said in embarrassment: "But boss!
"It's okay! if you're afraid that your Excellency's negative comments will affect the reputation of the restaurant, then you don't have to worry, it's just a slightly picky guest, and besides, it's good to shut him up with food!"
"But my craft is still ......"
"Jon, be a little more confident in your craft, and don't forget that your identity as a chef was only given after my assessment!
Seeing that Jon was still hesitant, Xiao Yi greeted the dining area again:
"Master Foster, what do you say, what do you mean to entertain Chris, I think Jon can handle it. β
After finishing the work in progress, Foster, dressed in a normal chef's outfit, turned around and wiped his sweat with a towel around his neck, then walked over and patted Jon on the shoulder.
"It's a blessing for this kid that you're willing to give him this opportunity, but I'm sure he's okay. β
"Master!" Jon originally wanted Foster, who knew more about how difficult Viscount Chris was, to persuade Xiao Yi, but he didn't expect that his mentor would also encourage him to cook for him.
"Don't look like a fool, take out some of the man's appearance! You have learned a lot of skills from me and Master Xiao, how can you make people look down on you plainly, do it boldly and boldly, Master supports you!" Although Foster's tone was serious, anyone could hear the kindness in it.
Seeing the encouragement in Master's eyes and the boss's insistence, Jon nodded his head, took out his apron and tied it around his waist, and walked resolutely towards the dining table.
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When the appetizer came, Viscount Chris opened his slightly closed eyes, and what was presented in front of him was a plate of dishes as elaborate as a work of art, only to see the bright pink-orange salmon fillet with white fat patterns arranged in the shape of a blooming rose, and the bottom of the vanilla leaf was as if it were a blooming flower floating in the hoop of lemon juice at the bottom of the plateγ
Then there was a bowl of tomato brisket soup, the right amount of sourness removed the peculiar fishy smell of beef, and the mellow taste made people feel a little overbearing but unstoppable, until the last spoonful, Viscount Chris realized that he was so addicted to the unique flavor that he didn't even have time to take a bite of the white water and bread prepared next to him.
The sweetness of the sour cream sauce and sweet potato puree accentuated the deliciousness of the lobster meat, and the white wine did a good job of pairing, and the unbitter taste did not mask the unique flavor of the main course, and at the same time added a layer of precipitated fruity aroma to the deliciousness. As for dessert, the cake made of cream and sponge cake is top-notch, not to mention the taste. So much so that the viscount doubted that if he had been served not a corner but a whole cake, then he would not be able to stand up at this time.
Looking at Finch, who seemed to be waiting for his evaluation at the end of the service station, Chris smiled and said:
"Very delicious dishes, each one is a rare delicacy, it looks like your restaurant has a great chef!
Finch returned to the time when he was going to the kitchen to ask for instructions and leave, and the guests at the other tables all fully appreciated the process of Viscount Chris's meal, although the food in front of him also made him addicted, but looking at the rare enjoyment of the other party, they regretted why they didn't take the opportunity to order those dishes that looked better just now, and at the same time, they also secretly decided that they could consider coming to this restaurant often today to try the dishes on the menu one by one.
"Your Excellency, this is the chef who serves you a wonderful meal, and Jon, the chef of our 'Happy Life'. β
Looking at the young chef who had returned with Finch in front of him, while Chris was secretly recalling which celebrity chef was named this name, the president of the Clover Chamber of Commerce next to him had already widened his eyes, because he really didn't expect that the junior apprentice who was following behind Foster at that time would stand in front of him in such a posture.