After all, she was tasked with promoting her precious family recipes on this trip, and those ancestral cooking techniques had to be kept secret to protect the uniqueness of this craft.

As time passed, sweat slid down Su Yu's forehead, witnessing the results of her hard work.

In a flash, ten distinctive dishes were displayed on the long table like works of art, and each dish exuded an attractive luster and aroma: the red oil of the boiled pork slices was shiny and attractive, the sour soup fish exuded a sour and refreshing aroma, the spicy chicken cubes were fresh and fragrant with red peppers, and the rare crispy fish scales challenged everyone's imagination, the poached chicken had smooth skin and tender meat, and the color was attractive, the mapo tofu was spicy and fragrant, the steamed egg with minced meat was as warm as jade, the soft and glutinous white meat was fat but not greasy, the garlic spareribs were golden and crispy, and the stir-fried seasonal vegetables retained the purest natural taste.

Everyone sat around, facing this double feast of vision and smell. Even though they hadn't started eating yet, their mouths were already watering and they were filled with anticipation.

He Hongmao's eyes sparkled with excitement and anticipation, but in his opinion, the real test lies in the judgment of the taste buds.

At a command, everyone picked up their chopsticks, ready to enjoy this taste adventure, but he stopped them in time, reminding them to taste slowly, enjoy the unique flavor of each dish, and not miss the joy of tasting due to momentary gluttony.

These words made the originally impatient crowd immediately calm down and become gentle. They picked up the food gently, chewed it carefully, enjoying every subtle change in taste. The expressions on their faces changed accordingly, appearing both focused and amused. Such a scene made Su Yu couldn't help but chuckle, and the atmosphere became warm and relaxed.

However, He Hongmao himself had not picked up his chopsticks yet, which aroused Su Yu's curiosity.

He explained in a sophisticated manner that he planned to listen to everyone's opinions first and then make a summary evaluation in the end.

This look of pretending to be calm, coupled with his difficult-to-conceal swallowing movements, made Su Yu almost laugh out loud. He had to pinch himself secretly to remind himself to maintain a professional image.

As everyone at the table tasted all the dishes in turn, He Hongmao finally asked about their feelings.

Everyone raved about the dishes, but it was hard to put into words why they were so delicious.

He Hongmao helplessly teased everyone's lack of knowledge in food appreciation, and then took matters into his own hands, ready to give a professional judgement.

The first thing he tried was the boiled pork slices. The instant burst of spiciness and freshness made his pupils shrink slightly and a satisfied smile bloomed on his face. Although his evaluation seemed ordinary, his understanding of food was reflected in the details.

Next, whether it was the sour and spicy blend of pickled fish, the spicy and crispy spicy chicken, or even the refreshing and tender white-cut chicken, He Hongmao gave meticulous comments, and every word hit the soul of the dish.

After hearing this, Su Yu couldn't help but look at him with admiration, secretly admiring that he was not only a boss who knew how to appreciate food, but also had a keen taste buds and accurate evaluation ability.

The resonance caused by this dance on the tip of the tongue reached its climax amid laughter and continuous praise. It also added a bit of chance to Su Yu's recipe deal, and the air was filled with the omen of success.

Until the last moment, his eyes stayed on the unusually eye-catching crispy thing - the fish scale. He chewed it carefully, frowned slightly, and his eyes flashed with curiosity and confusion: "This taste is crispy and has a long aftertaste. It is indeed unforgettable, but I really can't imagine what kind of magical ingredients this wonderful taste comes from?"

Su Yu smiled, with a hint of cunning in his eyes. Until now, no one has been able to accurately uncover the secret of this dish by taste alone.

"You may wish to use your imagination and guess the mystery."

Su Yu's gentle words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples. Everyone tried again, trying to search for a similar taste from their memories.

Why is it that this familiar yet strange feeling is so elusive even though we have just tasted it? The fish scales on the plate are gradually decreasing, and discussions are going on, but there is still no conclusion.

He Hongmao showed a puzzled expression and asked with some doubt: "Is this really a masterpiece from our store?"

Su Yu nodded affirmatively and slightly mischievously as a response: "What else? Could I perform a magic trick?"

As soon as this was said, everyone's faces became even more confused. Every ingredient in the store was hand-picked and prepared by them, so how could such a unique thing quietly appear? A worker who helped to process the fish hesitated again and again, and finally timidly asked: "Could it be... fish scales?"

Apart from this thought, he really couldn't find a second reasonable explanation.

As time went on, other hypotheses were disproven one by one, and fish scales became increasingly plausible as the answer.

Until Su Yu agreed with a faint smile, there was a burst of exclamations from all around.

Fish scales, which are usually regarded as waste, can actually be transformed into a delicacy on the table?

It was not only a surprise, but more of a cognitive shock that overturned common sense: "How is this possible? How can fish scales become so delicious?"

Faced with this series of surprises, Su Yu seemed calm and composed, as if he had already anticipated all the reactions.

She continued to patiently explain to everyone the various benefits of eating fish scales, from records in ancient books to modern nutritional research, she recounted every detail.

Among the crowd, surprise and disbelief intertwined to form a vivid picture.

"It's incredible! This is definitely a brilliant idea!"

He Hongmao could not hide his excitement, and his words were full of praise for this unprecedented fish scale delicacy: "I can guarantee that this kind of innovation is unique in our Qingshui Town, and even in the entire Nanyue Kingdom."

His excitement was evident, as if he had already foreseen the restaurant being revitalized by this dish.

In comparison, the dishes from the Shiweilou pale in comparison. What Su Yu brings is not only unique taste, but also revolutionary creativity.

Each of her dishes seems to breathe new life into traditional food culture, leaving her competitors far behind.

Su Yu keenly caught the satisfied expression on He Hongmao's face, and was secretly convinced that today's deal was a sure win.

"Boss He, are you satisfied with my skills?"

She asked with a smile.

He Hongmao nodded in agreement quickly, praising Su Yu's craftsmanship from appearance to taste, without any complaints.

"So, have you decided to buy these recipes of mine?"

Su Yu further confirmed, with a hint of unquestionable confidence in his tone.

"Of course, I must buy it! But..."

He Hongmao's tone was a little hesitant when he spoke of this. The problem of funds made him dare not make promises easily, for fear that the price would be beyond his affordability.

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