Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1664

Zhang Yuedong nodded with a smile, took a sip of the beer and said, "The reason why Tsingtao Beer tastes so good is inseparable from the unique geographical conditions. The mineral water from Laoshan, the high-quality barley, and the brewing process that has been passed down for a hundred years have created this unique flavor." Lin Yifei held a wine glass in one hand and a camera in the other, taking pictures of the tempting food and wine on the table from time to time, and did not forget to joke, "I am enjoying a double enjoyment, a feast for the eyes and taste."

After having a good meal and a good drink, they headed to the Golden Beach. When the golden beach came into view, the three of them could not help but be shocked by the beautiful scenery before their eyes. The beach was wide and flat, with fine sand like powder, glittering in the sunlight, like a piece of golden silk.

The waves gently hit the beach, creating layers of white foam and making pleasant "swooshing" sounds. The sea level in the distance is endless, and the blue sky and the sea water blend perfectly at the skyline, connecting the water and the sky, making it difficult to tell where the sea is and where the sky is.

Li Xiao excitedly took off her shoes and rushed to the beach barefoot, letting the waves wash over her feet and feeling the softness of the sand. She cheered, "This beach is so beautiful. I feel like I've arrived in heaven."

Lin Yifei carried his camera and ran around on the beach, looking for the best shooting spot. Sometimes he lay on the ground to shoot the moment when the waves hit the beach; sometimes he stood on a high place to shoot the whole panoramic view of the golden beach, and kept praising: "This light, this color, it's a photographer's paradise, any shot is a blockbuster."

Zhang Yuedong walked slowly, occasionally bending down to pick up a shell washed ashore by the waves, examining it carefully, and introducing it to his companions: "Look, the patterns on this shell are so beautiful, each of them is a mark left by the sea, it is a gift from the sea to us."

They played on the beach and rented a few swimming rings to swim in the sea, feeling the buoyancy and coolness of the sea water. When they were tired of swimming, they lay on the beach chairs, basking in the sun and enjoying this pleasant afternoon.

In the evening, more and more people came to the beach. It turned out that the local folk performance, Haiyang Yangge, was about to begin. The three of them got up and went to the performance venue. They saw a group of dancers in bright costumes, with exaggerated and colorful makeup, holding fans, handkerchiefs, drumsticks and other props in their hands.

At the front of the Yangko team is a doctor holding an umbrella fan. He is agile and moves freely. He waves the umbrella fan in his hand vigorously, leading the rhythm of the whole team. Behind him follows the flower drum team. The young men are all energetic. The single-sided drums in their hands beat out passionate and powerful rhythms. The drums are deafening and make people's blood boil.

Further back, there are dancers in various roles. There is a playful little girl, twisting her waist and hips, with the handkerchief in her hand flying like a butterfly; there is a humorous ugly woman with bright red blush on her face, who does all kinds of funny movements, making the audience laugh; there are also pairs such as the peddler and Cuihua, the looper and Aunt Wang. Their performances are vivid and lifelike, showing the various aspects of folk life.

The entire yangko team changed various formations on the beach. Sometimes they formed into a "two dragons spitting whiskers", with two "giant dragons" winding back and forth; sometimes it turned into a "bagua fight", with dancers intertwining with each other and their steps being agile and dazzling.

Li Xiao was deeply moved by the lively atmosphere and could not help but dance to the rhythm of the yangko team. She smiled and said to her companions: "This yangko is so contagious. Watching them dance, my mood suddenly became super good." Zhang Yuedong stood aside, appreciating the performance seriously and applauding from time to time. He said with emotion:

"Haiyang Yangge is worthy of being one of the three major yangges in Shandong. It has a history of hundreds of years and contains a profound folk culture. From the dancers' costumes, movements to the performance formations, every detail is very particular."

Lin Yifei was extremely busy, pressing the shutter of his camera non-stop. He wanted to freeze all these wonderful moments, muttering: "Such a wonderful performance, I must organize the photos when I go back, so that more people can see the charm of Haiyang Yangge."

After the performance, it was already dark and the night market by the beach was brightly lit and bustling.

The stalls were filled with a wide variety of goods, including exquisite shell crafts, marine-themed accessories, Qingdao-style snacks, etc. The three of them walked through the night market, selecting their favorite souvenirs.

Li Xiao was attracted by a wind chime made of shells. The shells on the wind chime were of different sizes and shapes, strung together. When the breeze blew, it made a clear and pleasant sound. She couldn't put it down and bought it: "This wind chime is so beautiful. Hanging it in the room, listening to this sound every day, I can think of the good times in Qingdao." Zhang Yuedong picked out several books about Qingdao's history and culture. He smiled and said:
"I'll go back and read these books slowly to deepen my understanding of Qingdao. Maybe I can use them in class in the future." Lin Yifei bought several mobile phone cases and camera stickers with ocean elements, preparing to decorate his own photography equipment so that they also bear the mark of Qingdao.

With full of joy and harvest, the three returned to the hotel. In the room, Li Xiao hung the newly bought wind chimes by the window, and the crisp sound of the wind chimes echoed in the room. She lay on the bed, flipping through the photos taken today, recalling every detail of the day, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously raised:
"Today is so perfect. The sea, the beach, the food, the folk performances, everything is perfect. This is the trip I long for." Zhang Yuedong also nodded in agreement: "Yes, Qingdao is a city with both beautiful natural scenery and profound historical and cultural heritage. It is really fascinating."

Lin Yifei was sorting out the photos in his camera with a satisfied smile on his face: "There will be more beautiful scenery waiting for us tomorrow. Let's go to sleep and get enough rest before we continue our journey." Accompanied by the sea breeze and the sound of wind chimes, they gradually fell asleep, and the story of Qingdao continued to be written...

Bidding farewell to the sea breeze and beach of Qingdao, the three took a plane to the passionate mountain city of Chongqing. Before the plane landed, through the porthole, they could see the city built between mountains and rivers, with layers of high-rise buildings scattered in an orderly manner, and the Yangtze River and Jialing River winding through it like two ribbons, outlining a landscape painting with a strong sense of layers.

Li Xiao pointed out the window excitedly: "Look, Chongqing, this magical 8D city, we are finally here!" Zhang Yuedong was also attracted by the scene in front of him, pushed his glasses and said: "The topography here is so unique, with mountains and rivers interdependent, the city in the mountains, and the mountains in the city. It is really worthy of being called a 'mountain city'. I believe the history and culture here are as rich and colorful as this topography."

Lin Yifei had already adjusted the camera parameters and kept pressing the shutter to capture this unique bird's-eye view: "This light and shadow, these lines, I can't wait to go to the streets and alleys to take more blockbuster photos."

After getting off the plane, they took the light rail to the hotel. Chongqing's light rail is like a nimble dragon, shuttling between the city's high-rise buildings, sometimes going underground, sometimes flying over the river, allowing the three to experience a real-life "roller coaster". Li Xiao held the handrail tightly, but his eyes were full of novelty: "This light rail is too exciting, it feels like riding an amusement facility, and you can also enjoy such beautiful scenery along the way."

Zhang Yuedong explained with a smile: "Chongqing has a rugged terrain, and the light rail is one of the most suitable means of transportation. It has also become a unique urban landscape, attracting countless tourists to check in." Lin Yifei was busy taking pictures of the street scenes flashing by outside the window, muttering: "This angle, this composition, any shot is full of mountain city style."

After arriving at the hotel and dropping off their luggage, they headed straight to Hongya Cave as it was getting dark. When night fell and the lights came on, Hongya Cave appeared stunningly before the three of them like a dreamy fairytale castle. The entire building was built against the mountain, with wooden structures stacked up in layers, staggered and orderly, with flying eaves and brackets, and an antique feel.

Thousands of bright lights illuminate every floor and every corner of Hongya Cave. The golden light outlines the contours of the building, which contrasts beautifully with the vermilion doors and windows.

Li Xiao stood in front of Hongya Cave, looking up at the bright lights, and couldn't help but exclaim: "This is so beautiful, just like the bathhouse in Spirited Away in Hayao Miyazaki's animation, as if I had traveled to another fantasy world." Zhang Yuedong nodded in agreement, his eyes full of appreciation for the ancient architecture:

"Hongyadong is a historical and cultural landmark of Chongqing. It was originally one of the city gates of ancient Chongqing and has a long history. Now, after renovation, it has retained the traditional Bayu architectural style and incorporated modern lighting elements, becoming a bright business card of Chongqing."

Lin Yifei shuttled among the crowd, looking for the best shooting spot, and recorded the beautiful night view of Hongyadong from various angles: "This light, this building, it's a photographer's paradise, I want to capture every detail."

They strolled along the streets of Hongyadong, which were lined with shops and bustling with activity. Various specialty food stalls exuded tempting aromas, making people salivate. Li Xiao was attracted by a hot and sour noodle shop, which had a long queue in front of it. She pulled her companion and said, "This hot and sour noodle shop looks delicious. Let's try it too."

After waiting in line for a while, the three of them were finally served the steaming hot and sour noodles. In the bowl, the bright red chili oil wrapped the crystal clear sweet potato noodles, dotted with green chopped green onions, crispy soybeans, fresh bean sprouts, and a spoonful of special meat sauce, the color was attractive and the aroma was fragrant.

Li Xiao couldn't wait to pick up a piece of hot and sour noodles with chopsticks and put it in her mouth. Instantly, the smooth and chewy noodles, the spicy and fragrant soup, and the sour and appetizing vinegar taste blended perfectly in her mouth, stimulating her taste buds. She couldn't help but give a thumbs up: "This hot and sour noodles is so authentic, spicy, sour, and I can't stop eating it after one bite. It really is the 'best noodles in the world'!"

Zhang Yuedong also ate with gusto, introducing while eating: "Chongqing hot and sour noodles are very particular. The noodles must be made of handmade sweet potato noodles to have this chewy taste. The seasoning is even more important. Baoning vinegar, spicy chili peppers, minced ginger and garlic are mixed in the right proportion to create this unique flavor."

Lin Yifei didn't have time to talk, he just buried his head in slurping noodles. After a while, the bowl of hot and sour noodles was empty. He wiped his mouth with satisfaction: "This hot and sour taste is too addictive. It feels like all the pores in my body have been opened."

After eating the hot and sour noodles, they came to the observation deck on the top floor of Hongya Cave and overlooked the night view of both sides of the Jialing River. Cruise ships shuttled back and forth on the river, and the lights of the cruise ships and the neon lights on both sides of the river complemented each other, reflecting in the river, sparkling and dreamlike. In the distance, the Qiansimen Bridge across the river was like a gorgeous rainbow, connecting the two sides.

The continuous flow of vehicles and flashing lights on the bridge blend into the surrounding night scene, forming a spectacular urban landscape. Li Xiao opened his arms, feeling the breeze from the river, and said with emotion: "This night scene is so beautiful. Chongqing is really a city that becomes more beautiful as the night goes on." Zhang Yuedong pointed to the buildings in the distance and introduced the landmarks and history of Chongqing to his companions: "Look, that's Raffles Square over there. It has a unique shape and is a new landmark of Chongqing.

Further away is Chaotianmen Wharf, Chongqing's shipping hub, where merchant ships once gathered, witnessing Chongqing's commercial prosperity. Lin Yifei used his camera to record this beautiful river view. In the lens, the brightly lit city and the quiet flowing river formed a sharp contrast, which was beautiful beyond words.

The next day, the three of them arrived at the Yangtze River Cableway North Station. A long queue had already formed outside the station, but the tourists were still eager to experience this unique "air bus". When it was their turn, they walked into the narrow cabin, which slowly started and drove to the other side of the Yangtze River.

Under his feet, the Yangtze River is rolling eastward, the river is surging and majestic; on both sides, there are rows of high-rise buildings, scattered on the hillside. Li Xiao excitedly leaned against the window, overlooking the river under his feet, and shouted: "This feeling is so wonderful, just like flying in the air, overlooking the beauty of the entire Yangtze River and the mountain city." Zhang Yuedong also sighed with emotion: "The Yangtze River Cableway is a witness to Chongqing's history. It was originally built to facilitate citizens to cross the river. Now it has become a must-visit project for tourists to experience the charm of the mountain city, carrying the memories of several generations."

Lin Yifei was busy taking photos of the scenery outside the window, capturing the perfect fusion of the Yangtze River Cableway and the city from different angles: "This scene is so shocking. I must organize the photos carefully when I go back so that everyone can see this unique Chongqing scenery."

After taking the cable car across the river, they arrived at the Yikeshu Observation Deck on Nanshan Mountain. This is a great place to overlook the night view of Chongqing, with a wide field of vision that can take in the entire Yuzhong Peninsula. The three of them walked along the winding mountain road, with green trees on both sides and fresh air.

When they arrived at the observation deck, it was evening, and the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled over the city, covering the tall buildings with a golden coat. They found an empty seat and sat down, quietly waiting for the night to fall.

As the sky gradually darkened, the city lights came on one by one, and the Yuzhong Peninsula instantly became a sea of ​​lights. The dense lights twinkled like stars, outlining the outline of the city and showing the unique topography of Chongqing.