When Qin Kaili reported the score, she was also a little surprised and looked at Yuan Zhou subconsciously. She had never thought of this situation. After all, the three judges scored independently according to their own standards.
When Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen heard their scores, they looked at each other immediately. Their eyes were sharp and their faces were solemn, as if they were facing a formidable enemy.
But soon, the two contestants adjusted their mood and looked at Yuan Zhou. Zhang Yan and Tengyuan also realized that they were old and not sensitive to numbers.
"Head Chef Yuan, what do you think of this?" Zhang Yan tilted his head and looked at Yuan Zhou and asked.
"Yes, Head Chef Yuan. They got the same score. What should we do next?" Tengyuan Jiayuan also looked at Yuan Zhou and asked.
The visiting chefs and reporters also began to discuss in whispers.
"What a coincidence. They got the same score."
"I don't know if there will be another round of competition. I think Dashi Xiujie and Head Chef Ke Sen's culinary skills are indeed on par."
"I think Dashi Xiujie is better."
"No, no, no. I think Ke Sen is obviously better. He is the first to finish the dish, so he has additional points in this aspect."
Such a debate spread in a low voice. There were people who supported both Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen. Obviously, their culinary skills were recognized by everyone. The two could be said to be on par.
"Hua La", Yuan Zhou stood up. His clothes rubbed against the table and the chair, emitting a slight sound.
But it was this soft sound that caused the noisy environment to quiet down.
"Everyone," Yuan Zhou said loudly.
Hearing Yuan Zhou's voice, everyone turned to look at Yuan Zhou, waiting for him to continue.
"Today's competition was very wonderful, but it is really an unexpected coincidence that they got the same score." Yuan Zhou paused and then said, "It seems that our judges have the same opinion."
After Yuan Zhou finished his words, people began to echo him. Most of them said he was right and Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen's cooking skills were excellent.
Yuan Zhou gently pressed his hand down, and the place returned to silence. Only then did Yuan Zhou continue, "I know that everyone is very curious about what I will do next. Will I compete again, or will I directly decide the champion of this first exchange meeting based on my preference?"
"Therefore, I will announce the first place of this exchange meeting right now. I hope you are satisfied with my judgment." Yuan Zhou bowed slightly to show his respect for the young chefs and the media that participated in this time.
As soon as he said that, all kinds of voices rang out, but the voices of debate stopped. Instead, they expressed their support for Yuan Zhou.
"We will listen to you, Head Chef Yuan. Whatever you say."
"Just do as you like. We trust you."
"President Yuan, we are all satisfied with what you said."
And so on. What was influence? This was influence. His words were unquestionable, and no one would doubt that there was an inside story.
Yuan Zhou listened to everyone's opinions quietly and then said again, "Okay, thank you."
"Then, as the leader of the judging panel, I declare that the first place of the first exchange of young chefs is won by Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen." Yuan Zhou looked straight at the two chefs with an earnest expression and announced loudly.
The two chefs who were originally waiting for Yuan Zhou to announce the result were a little dumbfounded when they heard the result.
The place became quiet again. Soon, Zhang Yan and Tengyuan Jiayuan stood up and applauded, followed by everyone else.
"It seems that the first session of our Young Chefs Exchange Meet has had a good start. This is a double yolk egg. Congratulations, Head Chef Ke Sen and Head Chef Dashi Xiujie. Congratulations, both of you." Qin Kaili immediately interjected with a smile.
"The reason why you two got the first place is that I think you two have done your best in this competition and showed your highest level. Each of you has your own merits and you are on par with each other. This can be seen from my score. Therefore, there is no need for another competition," Yuan Zhou said.
"If we compete again, we'll see who has better luck the second time and who can catch the hearts of the three judges better in the selection of dishes. Although luck is also a kind of strength, it's not necessary under such circumstances." Yuan Zhou's words were reasonable and well-grounded.
For example, if both culinary skills were the same, Sichuan Cuisine would definitely capture the hearts of the people of Chengdu more than Jiangsu Cuisine.
"Indeed. This is not only an unexpected coincidence, but also the proof of your strength," Zhang Yan nodded and said.
"Head Chef Yuan is right. Now that you two have shown your best culinary skills, this is the final result of the competition. There is no need for another competition," Tengyuan Jiayuan shouted.
Zhang Yan and Tengyuan Jiayuan were surprisingly supportive of Yuan Zhou's judgment.
"Thank you, Head Chef Yuan. Thank you, Chairman Zhang. Thank you, Mr. Tengyuan. Thank you," Ke Sen bowed to the three judges and everyone present to express his gratitude.
"Thank you, Head Chef Yuan. Thank you, Chairman Zhang. Thank you, Mr. Tengyuan. Thank you, everyone." Dashi Xiujie's words of gratitude were similar to Ke Sen's.
Moreover, the two of them expressed their gratitude almost at the same time and bowed at the same time.
"Okay. Now, let's invite Chairman Yuan Zhou to the stage to award the awards and announce the rewards for our two champions," Qin Kaili said timely.
"Let's invite our Head Chef Ke Sen and Head Chef Dashi Xiujie to the stage to receive the awards," Qin Kaili said to the two of them with a smile.
"Ok." Yuan Zhou nodded his head and then got out of his seat sideways and walked straight to the stage.
The stage was naturally covered with a red carpet. Yuan Zhou stood tall and straight. He received the trophies from the hostess and quickly handed one to each of them.
At this time, Qin Kaili said, "Fortunately, we prepared two trophies. Otherwise, we would only owe one to each of them."
Qin Kaili's words elicited friendly laughter from everyone.
"Guys, don't laugh. I'm being serious. If it's true, it's all thanks to Chairman Yuan, because Chairman Yuan always tells us to be well-prepared to deal with various problems. For example, losing the trophy has happened frequently in various award ceremonies." Qin Kaili praised Yuan Zhou earnestly. "That's right.
"That is why we prepared these two seemingly useless trophies," Qin Kaili said.
After that, there was another round of praise for Yuan Zhou's rigorous attitude. The more details were, the better it showed. Many times, there was a reason why someone could become a master.
When the hall quieted down and the two chefs also received the trophies, Qin Kaili continued, "Next, I will give the microphone to our Chairman Yuan."
"Thank you." Yuan Zhou thanked her in a low voice and then took the microphone.
"This time, the Young Chefs Alliance will award the rewards. Of course, it will be double," Yuan Zhou said.
"As for the last condition of the reward, I have seriously considered it. I am going to arrange it in this way," Yuan Zhou said.
The other conditions were almost material rewards and reputation. To be honest, the chefs who came to the exchange meeting and could make it to the top 10 were not short of these. Their purpose was the last condition of the reward, Yuan Zhou's personal guidance.
Even if they had a famous chef, they would not mind or even be very willing to be guided by a chef at the grandmaster level to improve their own shortcomings.
Of course, others definitely did not have the appeal of Yuan Zhou, but this was Yuan Zhou.
Therefore, they didn't care about the other rewards. When Yuan Zhou mentioned the last reward, they all started to listen carefully at the same time.
Even Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen became nervous.
"I plan to guide them separately for one day," Yuan Zhou said cleanly.
"Thank you, Head Chef Yuan." Ke Sen and Dashi Xiujie felt happy and immediately bowed to express their gratitude.
"You are welcome. This is the rule of double rewards," Yuan Zhou said.
"Yes. Thank you, Head Chef Yuan." Ke Sen and Dashi Xiujie bowed again and said.
"As for the specific time, we will let Secretary Qin of the Green Chef Association inform you," Yuan Zhou said. He did not say "you are welcome" this time.
"Ok." Dashi Xiujie and Ke Sen nodded their heads obediently again.
Then, Yuan Zhou returned the microphone to Qin Kaili and directly got off the stage.
Only then did Ke Sen, who was standing on the stage, let out a sigh of relief. He said inwardly, "Finally, I don't need to eat the iron pot."
On the other side, Dashi Xiujie was much simpler. He clenched his fists and said, "Although I am not the only champion, I will definitely get a better result next time with the guidance of a grandmaster of the empire. I will definitely be the best in the next Youth Culinary Exchange Meet."
Obviously, Dashi Xiujie had forgotten that he had actually participated in this meet overage. He probably would not have the chance to participate in the next meet.
After the award presentation and reward announcement, Yuan Zhou returned to his seat and sat there seriously, waiting for the end of the exchange meet.
Of course, he also chatted with Tengyuan Jiayuan and Zhang Yan for a while during the exchange meet.
Qin Kaili presided over the last moment of the exchange meet on the stage. After the announcement, Yuan Zhou, Zhang Yan, and Tengyuan Jiayuan went on the stage again.
This time, they were there to take a group photo. This was also a convention. At the end of the competition, a group photo was definitely taken.
When the group photo was taken, the top ten chefs were crowded around Yuan Zhou. Although it was crowded, there was still an empty seat next to Yuan Zhou. Everyone was crowded, but no one dared to squeeze into Yuan Zhou.
In fact, Sucha, who was very active, even said to Yuan Zhou that he would participate in the next meet. Dupont and the other top ten chefs also nodded in agreement.
Yuan Zhou wanted to say that they might all be overage in the next meet, but because they were taking photos, Yuan Zhou resisted the desire to say that. He just nodded to show that he got it.
After the group photo was taken, the exchange meet officially came to an end.
"Chairman Zhang, Mr. Tengyuan, I will leave first. Goodbye," Yuan Zhou said immediately after the group photo was taken.
Then, without waiting for Zhang Yan and Tengyuan Jiayuan's reply, Yuan Zhou left quickly.
One couldn't blame Yuan Zhou for running so fast. The reporters had already surrounded him. Naturally, he had to leave as soon as possible.
Zhang Yan and Tengyuan Jiayuan, who didn't have time to leave, were naturally surrounded.
"This kid really doesn't like interviews and fame. He is too low-key," Zhang Yan couldn't help but scold him with a smile.
"I think this is also one of the reasons why Head Chef Yuan can be so good at cooking at this age," Tengyuan Jiayuan had a different opinion.
"Yeah. Yuan Zhou puts all his energy into cooking," Zhang Yan nodded.
"That's why we have to deal with this situation," Zhang Yan gestured to the reporter in front of him and said.
"Haha, that's good," Tengyuan Jiayuan took a step forward to accept the interview.
Zhang Yan also nodded with a smile and took a step forward.
On the other side, Yuan Zhou went downstairs under the escort of the security guards of the Green Chefs Association and went back to his restaurant.
Yuan Zhou indeed didn't want to stay for the interview, which was why he left so quickly.
After getting in the car, Yuan Zhou closed his eyes and carefully recalled the cooking skills of Ke Sen and Dashi Xiujie, thinking about how to guide them when the time came.
Yuan Zhou was used to making a draft in his mind before making a plan and then implementing it.
The driver was a chauffeur of the Green Chefs Association. He had been instructed to drive steadily and slowly. Therefore, Yuan Zhou was quite at ease along the way.
Only when the car stopped at the intersection of Taoxi Road did Yuan Zhou open his eyes and say, "Thank you, sir."
"Ah, oh, you're welcome, Chairman Yuan," the chauffeur was stunned and immediately replied.
Then, Yuan Zhou opened the door and got out of the car.
"I thought Chairman Yuan was asleep. Who knew you weren't. It seems Chairman Yuan is really self-disciplined. I'm afraid you were thinking about cooking just now," the chauffeur couldn't help sighing.
After letting out a sigh, the chauffeur followed Qin Kaili's instruction and watched Yuan Zhou walk into Taoxi Road before turning around and leaving.
It was already night time in Taoxi Road, the bustling time. The street was brightly lit and there were many people coming and going on the street.
During that period, some people recognized Yuan Zhou and greeted him, but there were also some who didn't know him and passed by him.
Yuan Zhou chose to go back to his restaurant through the back alley. After all, the pub had opened for business at this time and there were definitely more people at the front door.
With his excellent eyesight, Yuan Zhou saw a tall and slender man dressed in a casual shirt and trousers standing at the back door of the restaurant.
Broth and Rice were crouching beside the man, seeming both to accompany and to be vigilant.
"Chu Xiao," said Yuan Zhou.
"Um, it's me. You're not open for business today," said Chu Xiao.
"I went to the exchange meeting," said Yuan Zhou.
"I know. I heard about it. It seems to be going well," said Chu Xiao.
"Yes, very well. If nothing goes wrong, there will be another one, and the one after that." Yuan Zhou nodded his head.
"That's great. I hope it can have a greater influence." Chu Xiao also nodded his head.
"It will," said Yuan Zhou affirmatively.
Chu Xiao was stupefied for a while and then said with a smile, "With you here, it will."
This time, Yuan Zhou didn't answer him. He just nodded his head and then said, "What are you here for?"
"To find a place for my solo exhibition," Chu Xiao said straightforwardly.
"Have you found it?" asked Yuan Zhou.
"I want to hold it at the place where you held it last time," Chu Xiao said straightforwardly.
"Okay. I'll give you Wu Yungui's phone number," Yuan Zhou said straightforwardly without asking much.
"Thank you." Chu Xiao nodded his head to express his gratitude.
"You're welcome." Yuan Zhou took out his phone and directly found Wu Yungui's phone number and handed it to Chu Xiao.
After taking over the phone, Chu Xiao suddenly raised his head and looked at Yuan Zhou, "Do you want to be the guest of my solo exhibition?"
"I don't think you will need it." Yuan Zhou shook his head and said.
"Yes. I really don't need it now." Chu Xiao smiled.
"Um." Yuan Zhou nodded his head.
"Okay." Chu Xiao handed the phone back to Yuan Zhou and then said goodbye, "I'm leaving now. See you tomorrow."
"See you tomorrow." Yuan Zhou took over the phone and watched Chu Xiao leave decisively.
"I hope more and more chefs will hold their solo exhibitions in China." Looking at the back of Chu Xiao, Yuan Zhou couldn't help murmuring.
That's right. After Yuan Zhou became the chairman of the Huaxia Branch of the Federation of Chefs, he kind of understood the efforts Zhou Shijie had made in order to make Huaxia Cuisine go abroad.
Therefore, Yuan Zhou's attitude towards Chu Xiao became more and more gentle.
After Chu Xiao's back disappeared in the alley, Yuan Zhou opened the back door and walked back.
After returning to his room, Yuan Zhou naturally sent a message to Yin Ya to tell her that he was safe. This was their habit.
Just like Yin Ya also told Yuan Zhou when she came back from a business trip.
After sending the message and waiting for Yin Ya's reply, Yuan Zhou took his toiletries and went to wash up. After staying outside for a whole day, he needed to take a bath first whether he wanted to study cooking skills or do other things.
This was the habit of Yuan Zhou, who had obsessive-compulsive disorder of cleanliness.
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