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The following two appetizers and four main courses also continued the same style: confit duck leg is made with the most authentic French cooking, served with roasted duck skin dipped in Okinawa brown sugar powder; snow-white steamed grouper, served with white asparagus On the thick soup; New Zealand steak is covered with black truffle, poured with chocolate whiskey sauce; pumpkin linguine is mixed with fresh peas and saffron juice; Serve with cabbage cores mixed with wine and vinegar.

The entire set meal uses a lot of luxurious ingredients, and the cooking is also very standard. Occasionally, there are some local specialties as embellishments. There is nothing wrong with it, but it is also very boring.

Qiu Xinzhi said: "Forty Stars really deserves its reputation. It's like eating the most ordered dishes in a Michelin French restaurant. But I still want to eat your fried noodles."

Huo Zian was also very disappointed, the food was boring, it was just that he had a big meal with Yu Liangchen, and Qiu Xinzhi was added for no reason; besides, people came to greet and socialize along the way, and he was also tired, so he said to Yu Liangchen: "I'll go Chat with the chef, and then we'll go?"

You Liangchen nodded, sitting and eating for two hours was too terrible, he had already reached his limit, if it weren't for the fun of watching Huo Zian and Qiu Xinzhi bickering, he would want to get out of the way after the first main course.

Huo Zian went to the back kitchen and found the forty-star chef sitting on a high stool drinking red wine.He is over 60 years old, and all the chef's love for food is gathered in his bloated body. When he saw Huo Zian, his drooping eyebrows and eyes instantly lit up.Huo Zian suddenly understood that although the old man was old, he still had ambitions. He didn't come to Beijing this time just to eat instant boiled meat, climb the Great Wall and make quick money, right?

Sure enough, Jean was very interested in Huo Zian's situation in Beijing, and asked many details.Finally, he asked if Huo Zian would like to come and work with him.He plans to open a French restaurant in Qianmen and is looking for a suitable head chef.

Huo Zian was a little hurt, half-joking to Jean, his own restaurant has just opened not long ago, does the old man think that he will not last long?

Jean smiled kindly, instead of answering directly, she just asked him in French: "How do you like this meal tonight?"

Huo Zian didn't want to hurt the old man's face too much, and said tactfully: "It's very pleasing, there will be many people... think it's good."

The old man understood what Huo Zian said was "very pleasing", but he just didn't like it. Young people always have vigor, and the way that vigor is manifested is usually to oppose all major trends.He said calmly: "The Chinese say that the situation is stronger than the people. This sentence is very wise. It is not more than 100 years ago. If you want to conquer a city, you can't use cannons and bullets. You have to be like soft water." Similarly, find the most suitable mountain and go down the river to increase your strength. During your time in Beijing, you should know more about how steep the mountain is here than I do—this is also good, the steeper it is, the easier it is to form a waterfall, yes ?"

Huo Zian was noncommittal.He doesn't have as big a mind as Jean, but he's not without conquest either.Just like when he first entered the alley, he also hoped that everyone would accept French cuisine, and that Yu Liangchen would fall in love with his cooking, but as time passed, this kind of idea gradually lost its edge, and now his reaction to Yu Liangchen is no longer so When he was nervous, sometimes the two of them went to Uncle Ma's to pick up meat buns, and he could feel satisfied.He knew that this was because after a long time, he felt comfortable in the new environment, and with enough sense of security, he would not think too much about other people's ideas, but more about his own needs.

Jean is good at reading people's hearts, guessing Huo Zian's mind, and said frankly: "You think the dishes I cook are the Michelin-starred meals that people expect, not the dishes I want to cook in my heart. You are right, I I came here for the three Michelin stars, and I also hope to have a restaurant in Beijing that can make money and have a high reputation. You know, having the first Michelin three-star restaurant in Beijing is different from other cities. This is the world’s attention In a city with relatively poor food and beverages, you will get this honor as long as you are willing to make a living. I am sure that my restaurant will not fail."

"Are you sure Michelin would like such food?"

The old man laughed: "Michelin judges are also human, the situation is better than people, Michelin will naturally turn around with the situation. I bet it will not take the risk of choosing a restaurant like Noma - Noma is also closed, God bless Denmark People—it will choose restaurants that are more recognized by local people and have greater influence to get a greater topic effect. The first Michelin three-star Chinese restaurant in Shanghai, you should have eaten the food there, its dining experience and Creativity, is it really worthy of this?"

Huo Zian was speechless.

Jean patted Huo Zian on the shoulder: "Zian, you can think about it slowly, I can wait. I like your talent and ability, as well as your experience in Beijing, and most importantly, your love for kitchen and food Haha, I told you my truth today, I hope you don’t think I’m just an opportunistic businessman.”

"How could it be?" Huo Zian went over to give Jean a hug, and said sincerely: "Master, you are an amazing chef, the person who loves food the most I have ever met."

After coming out of the kitchen, Huo Zian left with You Liangchen without waiting for dessert.

Qiu Xinzhi was reluctant and insisted on driving them back.Huo Zian was impatient: "It's very convenient for us to take the subway."

"Yes, then let me take the subway together."

Facing Qiu Xinzhi's stalking, the two had no choice but to say, "It's up to you."

Qiu Xinzhi not only followed, but also brazenly followed all the way to Gulou Street.When passing by the fried liver restaurant, Huo Zian suddenly said: "I'm hungry, do you want supper?"

Qiu Xinzhi said with disgust: "I ate so much meat just now, and now I'm still eating offal. It's so late, I'm at least three catties fatter!"

Huo Zian put his arm around You Liangchen's shoulders, walked into the store, and said, "Then see you later."

Qiu Xinzhi hurriedly followed, "Don't tell me, I won't eat it, let's see you eat it."

The two turned their heads together and looked at him with crazy eyes.

The three finally ordered three bowls of fried liver and two bottles of Yanjing, and started eating.Facing a big bowl of brown, thick offal, Huo Zian subconsciously didn't want to eat it.It's okay to barely take a bite, but I want to spit it out after the second bite.This thing has a strong taste, and it can be ranked in the top three in his food spectrum.

You Liangchen watched his words and expressions, and said: "If you don't want to eat, don't eat it, give it to me."

Huo Zian refused to give it, and swallowed it with a few mouthfuls.

Qiu Xinzhi laughed in astonishment, "Arrogance, how about another bowl of stewed rice?"

Huo Zian raised his hand and wanted to call, but Yu Liangchen stopped him, "Don't ask for it, drink!"

As soon as You Liangchen spoke, Huo Zian obediently put down his hand.He obediently drank the beer in the glass, but he still felt empty, with a feeling of anxiety that he could not step on the ground.

Qiu Xinzhi said: "Are you in a bad mood? I guess, he was scolded by that old man Jean?"

Huo Zian didn't bother to talk to him.Qiu Xinzhi said again: "Ah, isn't it? That means the old man wants to make a big splash in Beijing, and wants to dig you to open up wasteland for him."

Huo Zian was startled: "How do you know?"

Qiu Xinzhi was quick-witted and well-informed, seeing Jean's attitude towards Huo Zian, he knew what was going on.He disdainfully said: "This is not a bad thing! The tree is big and you can enjoy the shade. Just your little shop, one star or two stars is barely enough. If you want to get three stars, let's run it for another ten or eight years. The old man has deep experience and strong connections. You It's better to get a three-star title first, and then kick him and do it yourself."

Yu Liangchen, who had been silent all this time, suddenly interjected: "What can you do if you take the stars, sell yourself for this value?"

The two looked at You Liangchen together, they didn't expect him to react so strongly to this matter.You Liangchen continued: "Ten years and eight years are nothing. This fried liver restaurant has been here since I was in elementary school. It has been open for business every day for more than 20 years. Isn't it living a good life?" He was very unhappy. , although he knew Huo Zian's ambitions for Michelin, he never thought that Huo Zian put so much effort into running that store, and he could abandon it for a few stars.The thought of Huo Zian possibly leaving the alley made him feel uncomfortable.

Huo Zian didn't speak, but Qiu Xinzhi said: "It's not selling yourself, it's borrowing strength. Jean is a good stepping stone, Huo Zian, you used to find a local tyrant in Shanghai, and the direction was wrong from the beginning. Then No matter how rich a person is, he is still a diao fan in the high-end catering industry. If you use the same method of running a company to manage you, you will not be able to achieve your goal. Relying on a 40-star chef will not It’s the same, the chances of winning are much higher.”

Huo Zian was taken aback, he had vaguely thought about how powerful it was, but Qiu Xinzhi made it clear in a few words.But he thought about it, and said with a smile: "Don't talk sweet words, coax me to close the shop, so I won't leave the Bell and Drum Tower." After speaking, he turned to look at You Liangchen.The two eyes met.

Qiu Xinzhi looked at it badly, "tsk", and exaggerated: "Am I thinking so dirty?"

Huo Zian gave him a contemptuous look of "Of course", and said: "Hey, my shop is fine, why do you want to hug your thigh? I don't agree with Jean's idea, and he also thinks my idea is unrealistic. Then Let's see, which of us is right!"

Qiu Xinzhi sneered: "What a hero, let's drink up this glass." The three of them filled the beer, touched it, and poured the foam from the rim of the glass into their stomachs together.

Qiu Xinzhi put down his wine glass and said, "Chef, you have ambition, but you can't do it just by breathing."

Huo Zian said casually: "What do you rely on, do you rely on you?"

Qiu Xinzhi didn't answer directly, but murmured: "Michelin is not so lofty. It is not enough to have strength, but also to have influence. At least you must have enough popularity in Beijing, and you must also manage your contacts and recognition in the industry. Moreover, you You can’t just dawdle slowly. Do you really think that ten or eight years will be squandered for you? This capital city will change in two or three months. Is it as illusory as going from the third ring to the fifth ring?"

Huo Zian doesn't drive, so he doesn't know the horror of the third and fifth rings, but this worry has long been deeply rooted in his heart.The rectification notice at the entrance of the alley has not been removed, and the piece of paper has become brittle with the wind and frost, but it is still there, and its power has not diminished a little.Not to mention ten or eight years, maybe when I wake up, except for that firm red-headed document, the whole world will be in ruins...

This time, even You Liangchen didn't refute anymore, and silently put the whole bowl of fried liver into his mouth.

The author has something to say:

Noma is a restaurant in Denmark. It gathers many young chefs and uses local ingredients to create dishes. Many ingredients that have never been widely eaten are put on the table, such as leaves and moss... Although many people say it is not delicious, but It has been rated as the No. [-] restaurant in the world by "Restaurant" magazine for three consecutive years, which has a great impact on the world's high-end dining.The restaurant has been through several crises and closed this year.

That is to say, it is not easy for such a revolutionary restaurant that thinks deeply about food to stand up in Europe, let alone Beijing.Michelin entered Shanghai last year and was criticized for being conservative. It is estimated that it will be the same way when it comes to Beijing.