Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

At the same time, he was also thinking about his future. He knew that his current job was just a stage in his life, and he needed to look for opportunities to realize his bigger dreams and ambitions.

"Master Wang, what are your plans?" a colleague asked curiously.

Wang Qiang was silent for a while, then he slowly said: "I think I need to find an opportunity, an opportunity that will allow me to display my talents."

Colleagues looked at each other in bewilderment. They knew that Wang Qiang was a man with great ambitions. He would not be satisfied with his current job and he needed a bigger stage to showcase his talents.

"I believe you will find the opportunity you want." He Yuzhu encouraged.

Wang Qiang was going to make braised spareribs, which was his specialty. He carefully selected the spareribs, cleaned them, cut them into even pieces, and then marinated them with soy sauce, cooking wine, ginger slices, and scallions.

While preparing the seasoning, Wang Qiang's thoughts drifted far away. He remembered his childhood, when his mother would carefully cook delicious home-cooked meals by the fire at home. At that time, he always watched from the side and secretly made up his mind to become an excellent chef in the future.

However, life is often not as expected. He once encountered many setbacks and difficulties, and he almost gave up his dream. But now, he found that even if the road was bumpy, he still retained the passion and persistence deep in his heart.

When he put the prepared ribs into the pot and heard the sizzling sound, he felt a sense of satisfaction and joy. In this small kitchen, he found his own belonging and discovered that cooking is not just a job, but also his passion.

"Master Wang, this dish looks so tempting!" A kitchen assistant came over and looked at him encouragingly.

Wang Qiang hurried to a small supermarket nearby. He needed to buy some chili powder to make the sauce for the braised pork ribs. Walking into the supermarket, he was attracted by the colorful shelves and the dazzling array of goods. He came to the condiment area and looked at each kind of chili powder carefully, thinking about which one would be more suitable for his dish.

During the selection process, his thoughts began to drift away. He recalled that when he was a child, his mother always pinched a handful of red pepper powder and sprinkled it on the dishes. The spicy taste was unforgettable. Now, he also wants to pass on this delicacy so that more people can taste the taste of his hometown.

"Master Wang, what do you want to buy?" a familiar voice came.

Wang Qiang looked up and saw that it was Xiaoling, a clerk in the supermarket. He often met her when he came here to shop, and the two of them were somewhat familiar with each other.

"I want to buy some chili powder for cooking." Wang Qiang replied friendly.

"Oh, you are a cooking chef. I have also been learning to cook recently." Xiaoling said excitedly.

Wang Qiang smiled and felt Xiaoling's enthusiasm. Perhaps in this ordinary supermarket, everyone has their own dreams and pursuits, just like himself. In this familiar yet strange city, they met each other, supported each other, and worked together to pursue their dreams.

Wang Qiang took the chili powder he bought and returned to the kitchen. In the process of making the braised spareribs, he constantly adjusted the heat and seasoning, trying to make every step perfect. He put all his thoughts on this dish, hoping to bring everyone a delicious and surprising taste.

However, as time went on, he began to feel a little anxious. Although he had tried his best, he was still worried that his dishes would not be as delicious as expected. This anxiety made his hands tremble a little, and he kept checking the heat and taste, fearing that there would be any mistakes.

Just then, He Yuzhu walked into the kitchen. "What's wrong, Master Wang? You look a little nervous?" he asked with concern.

Wang Qiangqiang pretended to be relaxed and said with a smile: "It's okay, everything is under control."

He Yuzhu saw through his disguise and patted him on the shoulder. "Relax, your dishes will be great. I believe in you," he encouraged.

Wang Qiang felt the warmth and support from He Yuzhu, and the anxiety in his heart gradually dissipated. He knew that no matter what the result was, at least he had tried his best, and he was no longer alone because he had friends around him.

With He Yuzhu's encouragement, Wang Qiang continued to cook with concentration. He tried to keep himself calm, turn anxiety into motivation, and go all out to complete the dish.

Wang Qiang was busy working attentively when suddenly the kitchen door was pushed open and a tall man walked in. This man was the head chef in the kitchen, and everyone called him Lao Yang. He had a pair of sharp eyes and a long beard, and looked very majestic.

"Wang Qiang, I heard that your cooking has been getting better and better recently. Let me try it." Old Yang said as he took a plate of braised pork ribs that Wang Qiang had just cooked.

Wang Qiang was a little nervous. He knew that Lao Yang was an extremely picky person and had strict requirements for every detail in the kitchen. He prayed silently, hoping that his dish would be approved by Lao Yang.

Lao Yang picked up the chopsticks, tasted a mouthful of ribs, closed his eyes, chewed, and had a serious expression. At this moment, the whole kitchen seemed to be quiet, and everyone held their breath, waiting for Lao Yang's evaluation.

After a while, Lao Yang finally opened his eyes and smiled. "Yes, this braised pork ribs is very well made and tastes very authentic." His voice was full of praise.

Wang Qiang breathed a sigh of relief, and the tension in his heart was swept away, replaced by a sense of joy and pride. He knew that his efforts were recognized and his cooking skills were constantly improving.

After Wang Qiang received Lao Yang's affirmation, the atmosphere in the kitchen became relaxed and cheerful. Everyone was exchanging cooking tips and experiences and sharing their cooking skills with each other.

"Master Wang, your cooking has indeed improved a lot recently. I was wondering if you secretly learned some new secrets?" He Yuzhu teased with a smile.

Wang Qiang smiled and didn't give a direct answer. He actually understood that the reason he was able to make such progress was not only because of his hard work, but also because of the help and support of many people. From He Yuzhu's advice to Lao Yang's guidance, everyone played an important role in his growth.

“Actually, I mainly practiced more and learned some new cooking techniques,” Wang Qiang said frankly.

"Oh, then I have to ask you for some advice." Xiaoling said excitedly.

"Of course, I will try my best to help you." Wang Qiang replied kindly.