antique masters in modern times

Putting the bracelet and the rose amethyst into his pocket together, Yanyou walked out of Panjiayuan along with other tourists.He just picked up the big leak, he was in a great mood, and wanted to buy some good food and go back to the dormitory to celebrate.

Thinking of the Dongxing Restaurant where I had dinner with Mr. Mo that day, although the old flavor was mediocre, the Youdao Dengdeng Meat was cooked well, and I went in the direction of going back, so I looked for it.

However, he encountered a little trouble when ordering food: there is neither the take-out food box in the past, nor the convenience lunch box in the future, and he usually brings his own lunch box, foreign porcelain bowl, etc. to order food .The waiter was willing to pay a deposit when he heard Yanyou said that he wanted to borrow a bowl, but said in embarrassment that he had to ask the leader first.But she went upstairs, but the leader had slipped away somewhere, so she had to ask the oldest chef instead.

The chef was distracted by today's affairs, and he handed over all cooking and cooking to his apprentices, while he squatted in the back alley and smoked inferior cigarettes one after another.Before the waiter finished speaking, he waved his hand impatiently: "Did you forget that some people refused to return the deposit and return the bowl before? In the end, we bought it ourselves to make up for it. It's still the old rule, regular customers borrow, Strangers don't borrow."

The waiter hesitated and said, "This... is his second visit today, should he be counted as a regular customer or a new customer?"

The chef blew out a smoke ring: "You have to visit the door at least three times to be considered acquainted. If you come only once, what kind of acquaintance is considered?"

The waiter was still a little embarrassed: "But the person who brought him here was a customer from Hong Kong Island, in case he brought him for overseas Chinese..."

Before she could finish speaking, the chef suddenly jumped up like a monkey who had been robbed of bananas: "What, what? Huaqiao?! He is the one who took care of the stove that day? Isn't he young, with a bit of hair? Erchang, the one with delicate features like a little girl?"

"Yeah, that's him. The leader isn't here either. Do you want to—"

The chef didn't pay any attention to what she said. Seeing her nod, he suddenly felt elated, and ran out Diandianer, muttering: "There is no unparalleled road!"

He rushed back to the front door in one breath and saw the figure of the young man from a distance. The chef rushed forward and held the other's hand tightly as if seeing a long-lost relative: "Little comrade, no no, little master, you have to help me!" its me!"

"...This uncle, who are you?" Yan You was sure that he had never seen this person before, but he was afraid that he was an old acquaintance with Yan You before, so he resisted the urge to pull out his hand and asked first.

Just when the chef was begging for help, he looked at Yan You's expression, and immediately let go of his hand tactfully, and instead half-held his arm to bring him in: "Little master, I'm ashamed to say it, the thing is like this: you showed your hand the other day." Afterwards, a customer from the private room next door smelled the fragrance and came over and wanted to order the same dish. Because I was afraid that it would be bad news, I was embarrassed to say that you made it, so I cheekily said that the dishes were made to order, and I couldn’t make them again without the ingredients. I did it. Who would have thought that the guest wrote down the words and came back the next day. But I was not there at that time. When I came back, I found out that the leader had taken the table he ordered, and the table also specified that A dish. I was in a hurry. I tried to make it several times, but the taste was always wrong. I was so worried, but you happened to show up. What a savior! Little master, count me as Lao Li, please, you You must help me!"

It was only then that Yan You realized that the emotional Lao Li was not an old acquaintance, but a "new knowledge" brought about by a dish.

While waiting for the food downstairs, he was thinking about how to resign from the ironworks.Because this matter was the thread of the old neighbor Uncle Chang's kindness, he specifically said at the beginning that it would be best to do it for about two years.It's only been a few days, if I leave rashly, I'm afraid people will feel pimples.At this juncture, he didn't want to be distracted by foreign affairs, so he shook his head: "Master Li, you can make up for it by cooking other dishes. I'm too busy recently, and I really don't have time."

Seeing Yanyou's refusal, Lao Li was in a hurry, and the big man in his thirties who was about to reach his forties had an expression on the verge of tears: "Little master, I knew you were too old when I saw your posture at the stove that day." It’s a lifetime inheritance. Ordinarily, it’s inappropriate for me to say this to you before I’m a stranger, but for the sake of Master Yi Ya, I beg you to help me this time.”

Yi Ya is a culinary celebrity in the Spring and Autumn Period. Although it is cruel to kill his son and present the king, he is a historical celebrity after all, and he is still regarded as the ancestor master by the chefs of all generations.

Yan You didn't expect that there are still cooks who remember this allusion, and then thought that if he refused, he would definitely not be able to visit the house again in the future, and if he wanted to eat Dengdeng meat, he could only cook it himself.But this dish is a bit cumbersome to make. Cut the meat into cubes. After adding ingredients to the pot, you need to seal the pot mouth with paper, and then use tiles to spread the bottom of the pot.Remove the fire immediately after the water rises, and then use an oil lamp to fumigate the navel of the pot. After one night, the meat will be crispy and rotten.

Because it is too troublesome, except for restaurants, it is rarely done at home.Yan You thought to himself, this old Li can be regarded as an elegant person, why not take the time to help him, not only fulfilling his own blessing, but also solving his plight, the best of both worlds.

Thinking of this, he changed his words: "When did you order the table?"

Upon hearing this, Old Li was overjoyed, thanked him repeatedly, and then replied: "The time is very urgent, it will be at noon tomorrow."

"I have a lunch break of one and a half hours at noon. If I only cook those two dishes, it will be in time."

"Of course, of course, you just cook the two stir-fried dishes, and I will do the rest by myself." After finishing speaking, Lao Li carefully confirmed: "Are you agreeing?"

"Well, Master Li. You prepare the materials, and I will come over as soon as I get off work at noon tomorrow."

"Thank you, thank you! Thank you so much! Ah, look at my memory, haven't I asked for your name yet?"

Lao Li thanked him several times, and habitually took out a cigarette and handed it over, but Yan You pushed him away with a smile: "Master Li, I don't smoke. My name is Yan You, you can just call me Xiao Yan."

"Come on, Master Xiaoyan, I'll be counting on you tomorrow. By the way, I heard that you are here to do the grocery shopping? I'll pick up some good ones and make some for you. Just sit down for a while, and it will be ready soon!"

Before Yanyou had time to say that he only wanted a portion of Dengdeng meat, Lao Li happily ran into the kitchen, jumped into the queue unceremoniously, made three meat and two vegetables first, and packed a platter of cold slices, packed it up Give it to Yanyou, and resolutely not charge money.

As a result, Yan You returned home with a bag full of vegetables.Grandma Luo blamed her grandson for wasting money, but she couldn't hide a smile on her face: her grandson is really getting more and more capable!

At noon the next day, Yanyou rushed to Dongxing Building after work.Lao Li had already prepared shredded chicken, duck slices and condiments, and was waiting for him to start the fire.

After entering the kitchen, Yan You didn't say much, just washed his hands and went to the stove.In less than 5 minutes, the two plates looked good, and the fragrant and tempting stir-fry was loaded on the plate.

Old Li just wanted to thank you. Seeing Yanyou set up the pot again, he thought he was going to cook for himself, so he quickly said: "Master Xiaoyan, I cooked for you. Although the cooking skills are not as good as yours, I barely It's okay."

"No, I want to fry two more for you. The portion of this dish is not much. If they want to add more later, it will be troublesome."

Only then did Lao Li suddenly realize that he was very moved by Yan You's thoughtfulness.He was so grateful that he couldn't say anything good, he just rubbed his hands together and said, "Master Xiaoyan, this time I really troubled you."

"It's nothing, it's easy."

As soon as the oil was boiled, Zhang Sheng's face suddenly poked his head at the door of the kitchen: "Is the food ready? My VIP will arrive in a few minutes. As soon as people are seated, you should serve the food right away. No delay is allowed."

The voice was quite familiar, and Yan You couldn't help but tilt his head, only to realize that the person who booked the table was actually "Xiao Xu" who had a relationship with Gu Chenzhai yesterday.He had a very bad impression of this person, so he just pretended not to see him, and let Lao Li go to greet him, and continued cooking by himself.

On the other side, Xu Shinian nodded in satisfaction after getting Lao Li's guarantee and seeing more than a dozen dishes on the counter.His arrogance is only aimed at those who are inferior to him, but he is more careful than others when it comes to superiors, and he will never neglect him, so the principal appreciates him very much.Even though the critics and dissatisfaction with him were getting bigger and bigger day by day, the headmaster who listened to and believed in him still thought that someone was jealous of Xu Shinian's youth and promise.

Today's welcome banquet is the first contact between the school and the returning Huaqiao.Xu Shinian used all his connections in the United States to try his best to find out the old man's temper.Knowing that the old man has no hobbies, he likes to eat some hometown dishes, talk about ancient times, and sometimes go to various universities in the United States to listen to speeches given by visiting Chinese scholars.

After inquiring about this information, he made this arrangement painstakingly.Arranged the reception banquet at Dongxing Building, which is famous for its home-cooked dishes, and also invited Chen Boyi, the most knowledgeable history professor, to accompany him.

Right now everything is ready, just waiting for that old Huaqiao to be happy and nod to sign the check.Xu Shinian was extremely proud when he thought that he might get the largest sponsorship in the history of the school, how much meritorious capital he could get, and how many of his best students could enjoy the scholarship provided by the sponsorship.

Shaking his head and thinking about it for a while, he was just about to leave the kitchen when he suddenly noticed that the two freshly cooked side dishes were particularly delicious, so he couldn't help but take a few more glances.It was only then that I discovered that the little chef in charge was actually a "decorator" from Chen Boyi's place.

Recognizing Yanyou, he couldn't help but turn up the incident from yesterday, which made him suddenly sullen.For the little people, he has always been vengeful.It's fine if I don't see Yan You again, since I see you again now, I must show him some color!

Xu Shinian walked a few steps towards the stove with a sullen face when he suddenly heard two car horns coming from outside the window.This is the secret signal he agreed with the school driver, indicating that he has received the distinguished guest.

Tsk, lucky this kid.

Xu Shinian glared at Yan You gloomily, then turned and went downstairs to greet the guests.