Food Wars!: God's Tongue is no match for me.

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The girl with short, light yellow hair, who had been waiting for a long time, quickly went to greet her.

She wore a cashmere cardigan that slipped slightly off her shoulders, revealing a pearlescent satin shirt underneath, but her face was beaming with a bright smile.

Those bright amber eyes shone with anticipation and excitement, brighter than the lanterns in the courtyard.

……

"Lin Xu".

A clear, crisp call rang out.

Immediately afterwards, Rantabi rushed over, leaped up without hesitation, and clung tightly to Lin Xu's strong, tiger-like body.

It was like finding a long-lost haven: "Waaah... I've finally been waiting for you to come."

His voice was choked with sobs.

She was clearly having a difficult time during this period.

Feeling her almost passionate embrace, Lin Xu felt a little helpless, yet also a little indulgent.

He then gently pulled her off him and said in a deliberately stern tone, "You're so impulsive. How do you resemble a WGO second-class executive officer?"

Upon hearing this, Rantabi pouted her cherry-like lips, her face full of innocence: "It's because I was too excited. You have no idea how long I've been holding on here alone, I've been hoping you could come!"

After saying that, she scratched the back of her head and made a face at Lin Xu.

This feigned cuteness was indeed very effective, making it impossible for Lin Xu to hate her at all.

Afterwards, knowing that his mission at the WGO branch was somewhat arduous, since Nakiri Managi had suddenly asked him to replace Rantaba and take charge of the star-rated restaurant evaluation work in the Japanese region, he was naturally tasked with solving many problems in the culinary world.

Therefore, he did not chat with Rantapi for long, but went directly to the spacious conference room.

……

In the conference room.

The lights were very bright, but there was a tense and serious atmosphere in the air.

Lin Xu sat on the sofa, and his aura was so oppressive that it made Lantabi, who was standing next to him, feel somewhat frightened.

"Tell me, what's been going on lately?"

"Why have you been so slow in submitting this year's star-rated restaurant review report to headquarters?"

Rantabi glanced around, trying to avoid Lin Xu's gaze, but finally mustered the courage to look at him and replied, "Lately, the number of restaurants voluntarily withdrawing their star rating or refusing to be rated has started to surge."

"At first, I thought they were trying to save costs by simply abandoning the WGO star rating system."

"But...but..."

"Later on, I realized that the reason was not as simple as it seemed on the surface."

Upon hearing this, Lin Xu fell into deep thought!

……

For any restaurant.

WGO star rating is not only an honor, but also a symbol of strength and quality!

Therefore, the behavior of many restaurants voluntarily withdrawing their star ratings or refusing official evaluations is undoubtedly very unusual.

Could you provide further details?

Lin Xu pressed for an answer.

Rantabhi took a deep breath and slowly said, "There's a three-star French restaurant in Japan that I went to investigate undercover, and I accidentally made a mistake about the ingredients they use for their soufflés."

"According to Chef Villette, his soufflés are always made with French cheeses, such as Beaufort and Reblochon."

"But because saffron is added to the soufflé, it has a more orange hue..."

"It made me think they used cheddar cheese."

"Not the cheese it claims to be!"

"For this reason, I downgraded their restaurant from three stars to two stars!"

"As a result, they felt that I, as the executive officer, was disgracing the sacred evaluation work of the WGO, and filed a complaint directly with headquarters."

"And they argued their case forcefully, insisting that the eggs were laid by their own chickens, the milk was from their own milking, and that someone was specifically assigned to harvest fruits and vegetables every morning, etc..."

……

Anonymous review system.

WGO has consistently cultivated an image of fairness, authority, and impartiality.

However, the fact that the review process is never made public often raises questions about whether it is a black-box operation.

Obvious.

The impact of this lawsuit is very negative.

Because it will definitely shake WGO's dominant position in the food industry, causing the public to re-examine and question its credibility.

High-end restaurants mostly rely on the chef's reputation. While the storefront and decor can be replicated, the chef's skill cannot be cloned, making them almost always "one of a kind".

indeed.

From some perspectives.

If Rantapi's outrageous actions cannot be stopped or changed.

Therefore, in today's era, the path for WGO to achieve economies of scale can only become narrower and narrower!

……

"careless?"

"Perhaps it's due to limited ability and understanding."

Lin Xu sighed, "It seems that with your current abilities, it's really quite a challenge for you to be in charge of evaluating famous restaurants in Japan."

He deeply understands the current state of WGO and can comprehend Rantabhi's predicament and helplessness.

"Don't be discouraged. Managi asked me to take over your work, and I will start to solve these problems."

Upon hearing this, Rantabhi replied gratefully, "Thank you so much, Lin Xu."

"With you in charge of the judging process in Japan, I think we'll be able to submit a report to headquarters soon. But... I'm worried that if things continue like this, the entire culinary world will be completely doomed!"

Your concerns are valid.

"But given the current situation, worrying too much is useless."

"In short, you should rest well during this period. I will take full responsibility for the affairs and work of the WGO Japan branch for the time being."

"Ok!"

Rantabi, with a soft voice.

Yet it was filled with trust and expectation for Lin Xu.

She knew that Lin Xu was now her lifeline!

Chapter 33 Lucky Ping Dinner Room

In neon.

There is a type of shop called a set meal shop.

"Teishoku" in Chinese means "set meal," and a Teishoku-ya is a restaurant that specializes in offering such set meals!

Usually includes:

rice.

main course.

Side dishes.

Soy sauce soup.

Side dish.

Sometimes, fruit or desserts are also offered.

The portion size of each set meal is standardized; for example, rice is usually 250 grams.

Main dishes, such as pork cartilage, eel, and pork chops, should be around 100 grams to ensure a balanced intake of nutrients!

……

The lanterns are on.

The Yukihira diner on the street corner has a particularly cozy feel.

This Japanese set meal shop may not have an ostentatious storefront, but it exudes a sense of simplicity and elegance.

The wooden signboard bears the words "Kohei Teishokuya" written in flowing calligraphy, revealing the owner's ingenuity.

open the door.

A gentle tinkling of wind chimes.

It welcomes every guest who steps into this little world.

Inside, the overall decoration is very simple, yet it retains a Japanese style. Several elegant ukiyo-e paintings hang on the wall, complementing the exquisite porcelain pieces displayed nearby.

The restaurant was now full of diners, some chatting quietly, others enjoying their food in peace, the air filled with the enticing aroma of the dishes.

Soma, standing at the kitchen counter, moves with practiced skill.

cut.

saute.

煮。

Steam.

Every single step of the process.

All of this suggests that he doesn't seem like a 15-year-old boy!

The set meal menu offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes, from classic sushi and sashimi to warm ramen and donburi.

Especially the bowl of hot miso soup made by Joichiro Yukihira, paired with freshly fried tempura, was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Ah!

It's served with sweet rice.

It's like a ray of warm sunshine in spring, warming people's hearts.

……

Outside the window, night was deepening.

The streetlights cast long shadows of pedestrians, but the restaurant inside, Yukihira, remained brightly lit and bustling with activity.

First, prepare a teriyaki sauce: 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and a little bit of Shaoxing wine.

Finally, add two spoonfuls of water and mix well.

Debone the chicken thighs, being careful to leave the skin on; don't remove it.

Make holes in the chicken skin, take 1 spoonful of honey, dilute it with a little water, and spread it evenly on the chicken leg with your hands. Set aside.

Heat a wok, add a little oil, then place the prepared chicken legs into the wok and fry until golden brown on both sides.

Then add the prepared teriyaki sauce.

Remove the juice over high heat.

And just like that, a "delicious" teriyaki chicken cutlet is complete!

"Kurase Mayumi, you should try it."

Which of the two different teriyaki chicken cutlets that my dad and I made is more fragrant and delicious?

Looking at the two almost identical teriyaki chicken cutlets, Mayumi clenched her little fists, her eyes wide with anticipation.

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