Using a white porcelain spoon, he scooped up a spoonful of extremely smooth and tender tofu pudding. The red ginger juice slowly flowed down the porcelain spoon, bringing with it a slight viscosity. Warm air burst forth from the tofu pudding, bringing with it a different kind of fragrance, as well as the unique spiciness of the ginger juice.
As Bu Fang placed the spoonful of tofu pudding into his mouth, the smooth and tender texture instantly enveloped his mouth. As it flowed on the tip of his tongue and touched his taste buds, Bu Fang's eyes slightly lit up. The spiciness of the ginger juice contained a hint of sweetness. As it traveled through his mouth, he could not help but feel happy.
The smooth and tender tofu pudding entered his mouth with a slurping sound. There was no need to chew at all as it flowed through his mouth and into his stomach. Along the way, it warmed his esophagus and stomach.
As Bu Fang took a bite, his eyes also squinted like Xiao Yanyu. He had to admit that the granny's stall by the side of the street always had a different kind of taste. It gave off a very authentic feeling and made him feel very comfortable.
Bu Fang continuously scooped up the tofu pudding and finished it in a short while. The granny's tofu pudding was very abundant. Xiao Yanyu could not eat anymore after eating less than half a bowl.
However, Bu Fang still finished it cleanly. It was not because the tofu pudding was delicious. Compared to the Fish Head Tofu Soup in Bu Fang's store, the taste of this tofu pudding was not just a little bit inferior. After all, the ingredients used to make this tofu pudding were not precious. However, eating this tofu pudding was a kind of feeling.
It was a kind of feeling that made one feel as if there was a long lost river flowing in one's heart. It was a kind of comfortable state of mind that made one wander in the sea of time.
Bu Fang licked his lips, as if he had not had enough of it. It was a small action like when he finished eating tofu pudding when he was a child. It was a casual action, but it was very cute.
The granny kindly looked at Bu Fang and the corners of her mouth could not help but reveal a smile.
"Young man, do you not have enough to eat? I have more here. "
"No, thank you, granny. Your tofu pudding is very delicious." The corners of Bu Fang's mouth curled up, revealing a gentle smile. Even though the smile seemed a little stiff, but...
Oh my god! Owner Bu actually smiled!
Xiao Yanyu almost spat out the mouthful of tofu pudding that she had just put into her mouth. Our Expressionless Owner Bu actually... smiled!
Xiao Yanyu stared straight at Bu Fang, causing Bu Fang's hair to stand on end.
"What are you looking at?" Bu Fang glanced at Xiao Yanyu expressionlessly and said.
Seeing that Bu Fang had returned to his usual aloof demeanor, Xiao Yanyu immediately smiled. She laughed so hard that her body trembled slightly.
She hurriedly ate the remaining half of the tofu pudding and returned the porcelain bowl to the old lady.
Bu Fang took out a gold coin and handed it to the old woman.
"Young man, that's too much. Just give me a copper coin." When the old woman saw the gold coin, she quickly waved her hand. It was just two bowls of tofu pudding, it was not worth such a high price.
Bu Fang was startled, but he shook his head and forcefully stuffed the gold coin into the old woman's hand. He said, "Old woman, I think it's worth it."
This tofu pudding gave Bu Fang a different feeling. Bu Fang did not feel that it was too much to give it a gold coin. If it was any other unpalatable dish, not to mention a gold coin … Bu Fang would already be merciful if he did not ridicule it to the point where he began to doubt his own life.
Xiao Yanyu and Bu Fang's attitude was very firm. In the end, the old woman had no choice but to accept it. The old woman carefully held the gold coin in her hands and lightly exhaled. She wiped her hands and hid it in her bosom.
To her, a gold coin was already a huge sum of money. It was always good to keep it safe.
The old woman wanted to give them another bowl of tofu pudding, but was rejected by Bu Fang and Xiao Yanyu with a smile. The two of them floated away and continued to look for other delicacies.
The old woman looked at their departing figures and the corners of her mouth revealed a kind smile.
As they strolled along the bustling streets of the Southern City, the aroma of delicacies permeated the air and filled their stomachs with desire.
"Owner Bu, I'll take you to taste the most authentic delicacy of the Southern City, the Dragon River Vinegar Fish." Xiao Yanyu put on her veil once again, concealing her unbelievably beautiful face.
The two of them kept walking and soon arrived at a building that was not very ornate.
The store had two floors and appeared a little old. The words "Drunken Fragrance Pavilion" were written on a horizontal board in front of the door.
The words "Drunken Fragrance Pavilion" were written in flamboyant calligraphy. They contained a faintly discernible feeling, causing one's mind to be slightly intoxicated. It was obvious that the person who wrote the words was no ordinary person.
"The words" Drunken Fragrance Pavilion "were written by Emperor Changfeng after he tasted the Dragon River Vinegar Fish during his tour of the Southern City. At that time, Emperor Changfeng was traveling incognito and offered to write the words for the Drunken Fragrance Pavilion. However, he was rejected and an interesting incident occurred." As Xiao Yanyu introduced the place, the two of them stepped into the store.
The store was crowded with people coming and going. It was extremely lively and the rich aroma of the dishes permeated the surroundings of the store.
"Waiter, give us a seat on the second floor," Xiao Yanyu said to the waiter, who had a white towel draped over his shoulder.
The waiter was taken aback for a moment, then the smile on his face became even wider. Those who could go to the second floor of the Drunken Fragrance Pavilion were not lacking in money. The dishes on the second floor were much more expensive than those on the first floor.
Bu Fang and Xiao Yanyu were naturally not short of money. The first floor was filled with people and it was difficult to find a seat in a short amount of time. It was better to go straight to the second floor.
They followed the waiter and walked up the old wooden stairs. Creaking sounds could be heard coming from between the wooden boards as the two of them arrived at the second floor.
The second floor was narrower and more spacious than the first floor. There were many seats on the second floor and many of them were already occupied.
After finding a seat by the railing, the two of them sat across from each other. Bu Fang turned his head to look at the scenery below. He could see the bustling streets of the Southern City with lanterns, tourists, scholars, and beautiful women.
"Waiter, bring us a serving of Dragon River Vinegar Fish and a serving of Foie Gras in Sauce. The waiter gently squinted his eyes and said to the waiter. His mesmerizing gaze caused the waiter to fall into a trance.
The waiter quickly came back to his senses, nodded his head, and turned to leave.
"The fish for the Dragon River Vinegar Fish is a fat fish from the big river outside the Southern City. The grade of the fish is not high, only second grade. However, its flesh is plump and has a fragrant aroma. Moreover, when the fish is cooked, it will be separated into slices and the texture will be excellent." Xiao Yanyu placed her slender wrist on the table and supported her chin with her hand. She blinked her beautiful eyes and looked at Bu Fang.
Bu Fang nodded his head. Previously, when he was entering the city, he saw many fishermen fishing outside the city. The plump fish did indeed look delicious.
The two of them chatted for a while before the waiter came back with a dish. It was a dish of Foie Gras in Sauce on a porcelain plate.
"This dish is not considered authentic in the Drunken Fragrance Pavilion, but the taste is not much different from the authentic one. Owner Bu, you can try it. This Foie Gras in Sauce is a good appetizer." Xiao Yanyu took off her veil once again and revealed her beautiful face. She smiled at Bu Fang.
The waiter who was serving the dishes was dazzled and dazed. It was the first time he had seen such a beautiful woman.
However, he quickly came back to his senses and left in a hurry to continue serving the dishes.
Bu Fang picked up a pair of bamboo chopsticks on the table and picked up a small piece of foie gras that was stained with a dark red sauce. The sauce on the foie gras contained many ingredients and gave off a slightly spicy and sour smell.
The foie gras was not hard and had a sticky texture. It also had a pinkish and astringent taste. Accompanied by the spicy and sour taste of the sauce, Bu Fang's eyes immediately lit up.
This was a cold dish. The taste of foie gras was very primitive and carried a unique aroma.
"Not bad, right?" Xiao Yanyu said with a smile. She also picked up a piece of foie gras with her chopsticks and put it into her mouth. Even though this foie gras was not as famous as the Dragon River Vinegar Fish, it still had a very good taste. Basically, everyone who came to the Drunken Fragrance Pavilion would order Foie Gras in Sauce.
"The taste is pretty good, but this is a cold dish after all. It doesn't test the heat control, but rather the understanding of the sauce and the cutting skill of the foie gras. This sauce has a hint of a secret recipe, so it's not bad. As for the cutting skill of the foie gras, it's just barely passable," Bu Fang said honestly.
This Foie Gras in Sauce suddenly reminded him of a dish — the Dragon Liver Popsicle. This dish was the reward for his breakthrough the last time, but he had never chosen to try it. It seemed like he would give it a try when he had the time.
This Foie Gras in Sauce could not help but arouse his interest in cold dishes.
After eating a few more pieces of Foie Gras in Sauce, a fragrant aroma wafted over. Bu Fang put down his chopsticks and turned his head to look at the waiter who was carrying a large plate over.
The waiter placed the huge porcelain plate at the center of the table, then took a step back and said, "Your Dragon River Fish in Vinegar Vinegar is here. Please enjoy. There are still a few other side dishes being prepared. Would you like a jar of our restaurant's specially brewed wine?"
"Are you talking about 'Dragon River Spring'? Alright, give us a jar. " Xiao Yanyu was taken aback for a moment, then nodded her head. Even though she had tasted the wine in Fang Fang's Little Store and might not be interested in other wines, the taste of the Dragon River Spring was still very famous in the Southern City. It would be a pity if she did not try a cup.
Bu Fang naturally did not care about wine. At this moment, his gaze was fixed on the steaming Dragon River Vinegar Fish in front of him.
With a shake of his mind, a notebook appeared in his hand. Bu Fang subconsciously lowered his head and flipped open the notebook. To his surprise, the first page was filled with densely packed words.
"First recipe, Dragon River Vinegar Fish."
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