Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1702

In addition to watching the performances, they also tasted the Zhuang ethnic group's specialties, such as five-color glutinous rice, bamboo tube rice, and beef fried with sour bamboo shoots. Five-color glutinous rice is made by dyeing glutinous rice with natural plant dyes into five colors, symbolizing good luck and good fortune, and has a soft, sweet and fragrant taste. Bamboo tube rice is made by steaming glutinous rice and various ingredients in a bamboo tube, with a bamboo fragrance. The beef fried with sour bamboo shoots is sour, spicy and appetizing, leaving people with endless aftertaste.

"The Zhuang food is so delicious. Each dish has its own unique flavor." Lin Yifei exclaimed as he ate.

Li Xiao also praised the five-color glutinous rice: "This five-color glutinous rice is not only beautiful, but also delicious. It is really creative."

At the event, they also saw many Zhuang handicrafts, such as Zhuang brocade, hydrangea, bamboo weaving, etc. Zhuang brocade is a traditional handmade brocade of the Zhuang people, with exquisite patterns and bright colors, and has high artistic value. Hydrangea is the mascot of the Zhuang people, usually made of colorful embroidery with various flowers and patterns embroidered on it. Bamboo weaving is a variety of daily necessities and handicrafts made of bamboo, with unique shapes and exquisite craftsmanship.

The three were very interested in these handicrafts. They admired them carefully and asked the craftsmen about the production methods. The craftsmen explained them enthusiastically and demonstrated the production process on the spot, which gave them a deeper understanding of the traditional culture of the Zhuang nationality.

The three people gained a lot from this Zhuang folk experience activity. They not only enjoyed wonderful performances and tasted delicious food, but also learned about the culture and traditions of the Zhuang people. The landscape of Guilin and the customs of the Zhuang people left a deep impression on them and became an unforgettable memory of their trip.

After bidding farewell to the beautiful scenery of Guilin, the three set their sights on Xiamen. This seaside city full of romance and literary atmosphere was like a huge magnet, attracting them to explore it impatiently. As soon as they arrived in Xiamen, they headed to the pier without stopping, ready to take a boat to the mysterious Gulangyu Island.

Standing on the deck of the ferry, the sea breeze gently brushed across my face, bringing with it the unique salty and humid smell of the sea. Gulangyu Island in the distance, under the sunshine, was like a bright pearl inlaid on the azure sea. Li Xiao pointed at Gulangyu Island excitedly and said loudly: "Look, that's Gulangyu Island. I can't wait to go up and take a look!"

Zhang Yuedong smiled and nodded: "Yes, I heard that there are many exotic buildings and art shops on Gulangyu Island. We will have a lot to visit this time."

Lin Yifei was jumping around, looking forward to the upcoming trip to Gulangyu Island.

When you step onto Gulangyu Island, you feel like you have stepped into a dream world full of exotic customs. The colorful European-style buildings seem to tell of the past glory and honor. The red bricks, white walls, pointed roofs and slanted windows, every detail reveals a strong exotic style. These buildings have Gothic spires, Baroque reliefs, and Roman columns, which blend harmoniously together to form a unique landscape.

Li Xiao was deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery in front of him and kept pressing the shutter of his camera, wanting to record it all. "These buildings are so beautiful, each one is like a work of art." Li Xiao exclaimed.

Zhang Yuedong also admired the surrounding buildings with great interest, and kept talking about the history and style of these buildings. "Most of these buildings were built by foreigners after the Opium War. They witnessed the former prosperity and multicultural integration of Gulangyu Island," said Zhang Yuedong.

Lin Yifei, like a curious baby, shuttled through the alleys and explored the literary shops hidden in the corners. He walked into a bookstore filled with various books on music, art and literature, exuding a faint book fragrance. He also walked into a handmade jewelry store, was attracted by the exquisite jewelry, and picked up a few as souvenirs.

Walking along the winding alley, they came to the beach. The waves gently hit the beach, making a pleasant sound, as if playing a beautiful symphony. The three of them sat on the beach, quietly listening to the sound of the waves and feeling the breeze, their hearts filled with peace and comfort.

"The sea here is so blue that it makes people feel particularly happy." Li Xiao said with emotion while looking at the sea.

Zhang Yuedong closed his eyes and took a deep breath: "Yes, this feeling of tranquility is intoxicating. I really want to stay here forever."

Lin Yifei chased the waves on the beach, picking up a shell from time to time and excitedly showing it to Li Xiao and Zhang Yuedong. "Look, how beautiful this shell is!" Lin Yifei said with a smile.

On the streets of Gulangyu, they also heard all kinds of melodious music. Musicians from all over the world played beautiful music in the streets and alleys, adding a bit of romance and mystery to the island. They stopped to listen, and were infected by the music, as if they forgot the passage of time.

"The music atmosphere here is so strong, and it feels like everyone is full of artistic spirit," said Li Xiao.

Zhang Yuedong nodded in agreement: "Yes, Gulangyu is indeed the island of music. Here, music seems to be a part of life."

Lin Yifei also swayed to the rhythm of the music: "I want to learn a musical instrument here, so that I can play on the street like them in the future."

The next day, the three rented bicycles and prepared to ride along the Ring Island Road to experience the seaside scenery of Xiamen. The Ring Island Road is a seaside road in Xiamen with picturesque scenery along the way, and is internationally hailed as one of the most beautiful marathon tracks in the world.

They rode along the coastline, the sea breeze whistling past their ears, bringing the breath of the sea. The blue sky, the endless sea, the golden beach and the tender green grass set off each other, forming a beautiful picture. From time to time, there were people running, couples walking and children flying kites on the road, full of the breath of life.

"Wow, the scenery is so beautiful. I feel like I'm riding in a painting." Li Xiao shouted excitedly.

Zhang Yuedong was also intoxicated by the beautiful scenery in front of him: "Yes, it feels so good to be close to the sea. It makes people feel particularly happy."

Lin Yifei was riding while singing loudly: "I want to fly, I want to fly, fly to the vast blue sky..." His singing voice floated in the sea breeze, full of vitality.

They passed by the Yanwu Bridge, which was close to the sea surface, as if it was integrated with the sea. Standing on the bridge, you can appreciate the magnificent waves of the sea and feel the strong sea breeze up close. Li Xiao stopped, leaned against the bridge, looked at the sea, and felt an inexplicable emotion in his heart. "This bridge is so spectacular, I feel closer to the sea." Li Xiao said.

Zhang Yuedong also came over, looked at the sea, and said with emotion: "Yanwu Bridge is not only a major transportation route, but also a beautiful landscape. It allows us to better appreciate the coastal scenery of Xiamen."

Lin Yifei ran around on the bridge, looking at the waves below, and then sharing his findings with Li Xiao and Zhang Yuedong. "Look, there's a sailboat over there, so cool!" Lin Yifei said, pointing at the sailboat in the distance.

Then, they came to Baicheng Beach. The fine sand and clear water on the beach attracted many tourists. They parked their bicycles, took off their shoes, walked onto the beach, and felt the softness of the sand and the coolness of the water. Li Xiao and Lin Yifei chased and played on the beach, while Zhang Yuedong sat aside, watching them with a happy smile on his face.

"This beach is so comfortable. I really want to stay here longer." Li Xiao lay on the beach, enjoying the warmth of the sun.

Lin Yifei built a sand castle nearby: "I want to build the world's largest sand castle and put all our travel stories in it." Zhang Yuedong smiled and said: "Okay, when you finish building it, we will put our photos and souvenirs in it together, and let this sand castle become a testimony of our travel."

During the cycling trip around the island, they also saw scenic spots such as Hulishan Fort, Zengcuo'an, Yefeng Village, and Huangcuo Beach. Each scenic spot has its own unique charm, which made them linger. They learned about China's modern coastal defense history at Hulishan Fort, tasted various delicacies at Zengcuo'an, felt the romantic seaside style at Yefeng Village, and enjoyed the beautiful sunrise at Huangcuo Beach.

"This trip around the island was really worth it, as it allowed us to see so many beautiful scenery in Xiamen," said Li Xiao.

Zhang Yuedong also nodded in agreement: "Yes, cycling not only allows us to exercise our bodies, but also allows us to better experience the charm of this city."

Lin Yifei said excitedly: "We will come again next time and ride a different route to explore more beautiful scenery."

As night fell and the lights came on, the three of them arrived at Zengcuo'an, which used to be a quaint fishing village but has now developed into a vibrant and creative tourist destination and a paradise for tasting delicious food.

As soon as you enter Zengcuo'an, you will be greeted by a lively atmosphere. The food stalls and restaurants on both sides of the street are brightly lit, and the aroma of various delicacies fills the air, making people salivate. Tourists shuttle through the crowd, holding various delicacies in their hands and with satisfied smiles on their faces.

"Wow, this is simply a sea of ​​delicious food. I don't even know what to eat first." Lin Yifei looked at the delicious food around him excitedly, with a gleam in his eyes.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the food in front of him: "Yes, there are so many kinds of food here, and each one looks delicious."

Zhang Yuedong smiled and said, "Don't worry, let's take our time and taste each one."

They first went to a shacha noodle shop and ordered three bowls of shacha noodles. Shacha noodles are one of Xiamen's traditional delicacies, with a strong flavor and rich taste. The noodles are chewy and paired with hot shacha soup and various ingredients such as shrimp, tofu puffs, fish balls, duck blood, etc., which makes people have endless aftertaste.

"This shacha noodles is so delicious. The soup is rich and the ingredients are also very rich." Lin Yifei ate it in big mouthfuls and kept praising it.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Yes, this tastes amazing. I have never eaten noodles so delicious before."

Zhang Yuedong savored the taste of the shacha noodles carefully: "The soul of shacha noodles lies in the shacha soup base, which is made from a variety of spices and seafood. It has a unique taste and people never get tired of eating it."

After eating the shacha noodles, they came to a snack stand and tried earthworm jelly, a jelly-like snack made from star worms. Although the name sounds a bit strange, it has a soft and glutinous texture and a unique flavor when paired with a unique sauce.

"The texture of this earthworm jelly is so unique, it's chewy and tasty." Li Xiao said in surprise after taking a bite of the earthworm jelly.

Lin Yifei also smiled and said: "Yes, I didn't dare to eat it at first, but I didn't expect it to taste so good."

Zhang Yuedong introduced to them: "Earth bamboo shoot jelly is a special snack in the coastal areas of Fujian. It is not only delicious but also nutritious, containing a variety of amino acids and collagen."

Then, they tasted various delicacies such as oyster omelet, peanut soup, fried oysters, and grass jelly. Each delicacy has a unique flavor, which greatly satisfied their taste buds. While tasting the delicacies, they also appreciated the night view of Zengcuo'an and felt the lively atmosphere here.

"Zengcuoan is really a place where people don't want to leave once they come. The food and atmosphere here are amazing." Lin Yifei said.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Yes, I will come here again if I have the chance to taste more delicious food."

Zhang Yuedong said with emotion: "Traveling is not only about appreciating the scenery, tasting food is also an important experience, which can help us better understand the culture and life of a place."

On the last day in Xiamen, the three of them came to Nanputuo Temple. This historic Buddhist temple, located at the foot of Wulao Peak, faces the clear harbor and is backed by verdant and majestic mountains. It has a quiet environment and is very popular.

As soon as you enter Nanputuo Temple, you will be greeted by a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The temple has a unique architectural style, integrating the traditional architectural features of southern Fujian with Buddhist cultural elements. It is solemn and majestic. The main buildings such as the Heavenly King Hall, the Great Hall, the Great Compassion Hall and the Sutra Library are arranged in sequence along the central axis, forming the main building complex of the entire temple.

"The atmosphere here is so peaceful, it makes people feel much calmer inside." Li Xiao said softly, afraid of breaking the tranquility.

Zhang Yuedong also said with emotion: "Yes, Nanputuo Temple is indeed a Buddhist holy place. Here, people can feel a state of transcendence from the world."

Lin Yifei looked around curiously. Although he didn't know much about Buddhist culture, he was also infected by the atmosphere here.

They first came to the Heavenly King Hall, where the smiling Maitreya Buddha and the majestic Four Heavenly Kings are enshrined. The smile of Maitreya Buddha seems to tell people to be optimistic and open-minded, while the Four Heavenly Kings guard the temple, giving people a sense of majesty. Li Xiao and Lin Yifei clasped their hands in front of Maitreya Buddha and prayed for peace and happiness.

"I hope our trip goes well, and I hope our family and friends are safe." Li Xiao said devoutly.

Lin Yifei also said: "Yes, I hope I can eat more delicious food in the future."

Zhang Yuedong looked at them and said with a smile: "Your wish will definitely come true."