The moment Yuan Zhou said that, the apologetic feeling in Cao Zhishu's heart dissipated and was replaced by admiration. It was reasonable for someone to be called a master at such a young age.
"Don't worry, I will definitely finish it," Cao Zhishu laughed and said, "A serving for one person. What a good 'a serving for one person'."
"Please enjoy your meal," Yuan Zhou said. He actually did not understand why Cao Zhishu was laughing.
Cao Zhishu ate another two mouthfuls and continued, "Boss Yuan, this rule of yours isn't good. How can anyone not finish eating such delicious food? In my opinion, it's only because there isn't enough food to eat."
At this moment, Cao Zhishu was very willing to praise Yuan Zhou. Although Cao Zhishu was praising Yuan Zhou, the taste of the Spicy Boiled Fish was definitely true.
Spicy Boiled Fish was the signature dish of Shu Restaurant. Cao Zhishu almost couldn't help but ask about the cooking method.
"Head Chef Cao, you are overpraising me. There is still room for improvement." Yuan Zhou was not being modest. The system did not reward him with the Spicy Boiled Fish. Therefore, this dish was all based on his own ability, including the fifth flavor, the sweetness, and the sixth flavor, the live fish.
In Yuan Zhou's opinion, this Spicy Boiled Fish had a lot of room for improvement, at least in terms of the ingredients used.
Fortunately, Cao Zhishu did not know what Yuan Zhou was thinking. Otherwise … he would have omitted a thousand words here.
Cao Zhishu said seriously, "Head Chef Yuan is being too modest. This Spicy Boiled Fish is definitely the best Spicy Boiled Fish I have ever eaten. This is not a compliment, but the truth. Head Chef Yuan's culinary skills are indeed outstanding. On behalf of Shu Restaurant, I agree that the Sichuan Cuisine Exemplary Restaurant award belongs to Head Chef Yuan's restaurant. "
This time, Yuan Zhou did not know what to say. He could only maintain a smile as he listened to Cao Zhishu's praise.
Next, Cao Zhishu praised Yuan Zhou's cooking speed, meticulous presentation, and finally, the taste of the dish.
Cao Zhishu did not know that Yuan Zhou was really not angry at Little Zhao. After all, Little Zhao was telling the truth. Secondly, Yuan Zhou did not mind others knowing that he used to work as an odd-job worker there. Queen Jiang had once said something that Yuan Zhou agreed with.
Queen Jiang said that it was not shameful for anyone in this world to earn a living through their own labor.
Due to the difference in their statuses, Yuan Zhou was now more magnanimous towards these things.
However, being praised by such a capable chef, Yuan Zhou was still very happy in his heart. No, it should be said that he was somewhat proud, especially when the Yuanzhou shop was the Sichuan Cuisine Exemplary Restaurant. This sentence definitely touched the bottom of Yuan Zhou's heart.
As a result, Yuan Zhou called out to the system in his heart, but the system ignored him.
"It can't be helped. I'm so awesome that even the system has to avoid me." Yuan Zhou's heart swelled to the point that it was about to swell up into the air. Of course, he still maintained a humble smile and nodded his head.
"Speaking of which, Head Chef Yuan, your sixth taste is truly the finishing touch. This taste is truly wonderful. This dish directly commands all the flavors of this dish," Cao Zhishu lamented while eating.
"Although I don't know how to cook this dish, it's still not a problem," Cao Zhishu said proudly.
"After eating, Head Chef Cao should be able to cook it as well," Yuan Zhou said.
"That's hard to say. But your white rice and Sichuan Boiled Fish are both simple yet extremely compatible. They are indeed a perfect match," Cao Zhishu said.
"Of course, there must be rice," Yuan Zhou said naturally.
"Yes, yes, you're right." Cao Zhishu nodded his head with a smile. He ate a mouthful of Sichuan Boiled Fish and a mouthful of white rice.
Just like that, the two chatted about cooking. Soon, Cao Zhishu finished all the dishes, including the Sichuan Boiled Fish and plain white rice.
"Head Chef Yuan, your rice is really good." Cao Zhishu savored the aftertaste of the rice in his mouth and lamented. He had originally thought that the rice used in their restaurant was good enough, and he even thought that it was one of the best in Sichuan, until he ate the rice from Yuanzhou shop today.
"The rice is very good," Yuan Zhou nodded and said.
"Alright. I won't bother you too much today. Head Chef Yuan, come and have some tea with me when you're free. Thank you," Cao Zhishu stood up and said solemnly.
"You're welcome. Sure," Yuan Zhou said.
"Fine, I'll have that brat come and apologize next time," Cao Zhishu unknowingly revealed his habit of speaking.
"There's no need to go through so much trouble." Yuan Zhou shook his head and said earnestly.
"Head Chef Yuan might be broad-minded, but we can't disregard etiquette," said Cao Zhishu.
"You're too polite." Yuan Zhou could only reply like this when he realized that he couldn't change Cao Zhishu's mind.
While exchanging pleasantries, the two walked out of the restaurant and arrived at the entrance.
"Don't bother sending me off. I'm leaving now. Head Chef Yuan, there's no one in your restaurant. Don't bother sending me off," Cao Zhishu waved his hand at Yuan Zhou.
"Alright. Take care, Head Chef Cao," Yuan Zhou nodded and said his goodbyes.
"Let's have tea together next time," Cao Zhishu said as he walked away.
This time, Yuan Zhou did not say anything. He merely nodded and stood there until Cao Zhishu walked out of the street. Only then did he turn around and return to his restaurant.
"This is probably the total number of pleasantries I've said this year," Yuan Zhou grumbled inwardly.
That was true. Yuan Zhou hated saying pleasantries the most. But due to Little Zhao's accident today, Cao Zhishu kept apologizing. Thus, Yuan Zhou had no choice but to say some pleasantries.
"Cooking isn't tiring, but talking is tiring. Fortunately, it's over," Yuan Zhou concluded. He had never been so tired of socializing with others.
"Ping Ling Pang Lang"
Yuan Zhou began to tidy up the long curved table and azure stone countertop that he had just used.
Due to Little Zhao's incident, the exchange ended very early today. It wasn't even 4: 00 pm yet. Of course, there was no time for him to sharpen his knives. Yuan Zhou thought that he could still sculpt for a while and practice his skills.
Right at this moment, an exceptionally familiar voice sounded from outside the door.
"Pi, you are tidying up again. I see you are busy every day. Why are you reluctant to hire a laborer?" As soon as Sun Ming walked in, he saw Yuan Zhou wiping the azure stone countertop. Therefore, he directly teased him.
"Sun Ming, you are here," Yuan Zhou said in a familiar tone. However, he directly called him by his nickname, just like how Sun Ming called him Pi Guzi.
"Pi, you are too unfriendly. I came here especially to see you. Why are you scolding me?" Sun Ming deliberately said.
"See me?" Yuan Zhou clearly looked at Sun Ming's empty hands.
His meaning was very obvious. You came to see me without bringing anything. Obviously, it was just an excuse.
"You are just a restaurant owner. You don't have anything. You can't even use the things I bought. But I have been here for so long, but you didn't even serve me." Sun Ming's face had been tempered. It was impossible for him to feel guilty. In the blink of an eye, he began to talk about Yuan Zhou.
"I have already served you," Yuan Zhou said.
"Does that count?" Sun Ming said discontentedly.
"Then next time, your goddess …" Yuan Zhou looked at Sun Ming coldly and said slowly.
"Don't. I got it. You don't need to serve me. We are so familiar with each other, right?" Sun Ming waved his hand hurriedly. Now, his goddess was Sun Ming's weakness.
"It's not open yet," Yuan Zhou kindly reminded Sun Ming. It was impossible for him to get free food and drinks.
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