cook maid concubine

Chapter 194
After Jin Guanshi left, Qian Hongxian began to look at the layout of Ji Guogong's kitchen.

Ji Guogong's mansion has many descendants, and the family has not been separated. There are five other heirs under the old matriarch, all of whom live together.The East Kitchen is more than double the size of Prince An's Mansion, and it seems to have more requirements for food.This can be seen from the origins of the five stewards and the kitchen manager of Ji Guogong's mansion.

In addition, the kitchen of Ji Guogong's mansion is also more standardized.

Looking at the polished floor, a long row of neat sapphire countertops, and a separate food room, Qian Hongxian couldn't help but admire the generosity of the Duke's Mansion.

Just when her eyes were completely attracted by the smooth and translucent stove, a bewitching voice suddenly sounded behind her and said: "The promise of the Duke's Mansion to the chef is that as long as they can make dishes that satisfy the master, no matter what they have for the kitchen The Duke's Mansion will try its best to satisfy them! I dare say that the entire capital city can't find a better treatment than the Duke's Mansion for the cook."

Qian Hongxian turned around, and saw Ji Shuxuan leaning against the door of the kitchen at some point, raised her eyebrows at her and said, "If you ever change your mind and want to come to the Duke's Mansion, the gate of the Duke's Mansion will be open to you at any time. If you want to be the kitchen manager, I can also arrange it. How about it, do you want to consider it?"

This guy really never forgets to poach the wall.

Qian Hongxian was funny and helpless, "Ji Shizi..." When he met the other party's sad and dissatisfied eyes, he quickly changed his words: "Ah Xuan was joking, I am a servant of Prince An's Mansion, so it is my turn to decide where to go .”

Probably because of the sound of Ah Xuan pleasing the other party, Ji Shuxuan didn't bother with her about the truth of what she said, straightened up and said: "Forget it, don't embarrass you, let's talk about business. Regarding today's banquet, Do you have any special ideas? My mother invited them to the mansion today in the name of appreciating peonies, or how about making a dish with peonies today?" He said to her previous dish with peach blossoms But the memory is deep, and it is not difficult for her to have another peony in the dish.

And it was exactly this idea that he decided to find her.

However, Qian Hongxian frowned, and did not agree with his proposal very much: "Although peonies can also be used for cooking, but there are so many guests here today, it is hard to guarantee that some people will not like it. Make one or two dishes It’s okay, it’s definitely not feasible to cook with peonies.” Last time, peach blossoms were used in the dishes because only he and Mr. Xu were invited to the banquet, and Ji Nanjin also said that it can be prepared as a normal family banquet.This also shows that Ji Nanjin didn't treat them as outsiders, even if they didn't do well, it's just that the guests don't like to do something else.But today’s situation is different, so many people who came today are all young ladies and wives from families with similar backgrounds, and they are all particular about food. It’s hard to guarantee that some people don’t like to cook with flowers, and they won’t offend the guests when the time comes , if it spreads, the reputation of Duke Yu Ji's mansion may also be damaged.

That doesn't sound like a very good idea.

Ji Shuxuan felt that what she said was also reasonable, but he was not thoughtful enough.However, thinking that I had made a guarantee in front of his mother before, promising that this banquet would be a success and beautiful, and that it would be unique, so his mother agreed to give him the full responsibility.In case of messing up, not to mention offending the guests, it's hard to explain to his mother, so he couldn't help but frowned, and immediately said: "Then what other ideas do you have?"

Now the idea of ​​putting flowers into vegetables doesn't work, so what should we do?You can't let him break his promise in front of his mother, right?
Qian Hongxian pondered for a moment and said, "I have an idea, but I don't know if it will work."

In fact, when Ji Shuxuan asked her to host today's banquet, and requested that it be unique, her first reaction was to think of a buffet reception.In modern times, this is the most common dining situation in the upper class.

It is convenient for everyone to communicate and does not affect dining, but I don't know if it can be applied in ancient times.

After all, in ancient times, there were many requirements and restrictions on men and women, especially the big families had strict rules and regulations. Not only were they required not to eat or sleep, but there was also the rule that men and women had different seats at the age of seven.Hosting a buffet would seem to violate these rules.

Qian Hongxian said his own thoughts, and Ji Shuxuan couldn't help but brighten his eyes after hearing it: "I knew it was right to find you. As for what you said, there is no need to worry at all. Most of the people invited by the mansion today are female relatives, so there is no You mentioned the problem of men and women sitting together at the age of seven, and most of the people who came today were young people. Everyone likes to try new things. I think everyone will like your proposal just now. All right, it’s settled, You can rest assured to be responsible for the cooking, and leave other things to Grandpa to arrange."

Qian Hongxian thought about it too, she almost forgot that this was a blind date banquet arranged by the Duke's wife for her son, and she would never invite other foreign men to steal her son's limelight.But she thought too much.

What's more, this kind of self-service dinner party can also give that guy and the ladies more opportunities to get to know each other better. In addition, dining etiquette is also a kind of social etiquette, which can best reflect a person's self-cultivation.It is also a good opportunity to inspect various ladies.If you think about it, Mrs. Guo will not object.

Now that the general direction is in place, the rest is cooking.She definitely can't cook so many people's dishes at the same time by herself, but she is worried that she can't handle the cook of Ji Guogong's mansion.Qian Hongxian thought for a while and said, "I've already made an idea for you. As for the cooking, you can hand it over to a few stewards. Presumably, their cooking skills are among the best among all the families in the capital. As long as Everyone cooks a few special dishes, and today's banquet will definitely be a success."

Having said that, Qian Hongxian felt that she had nothing else to do, so she took advantage of this spare time to sneak to the front with He Xiaoxiao to have a look.In case you find someone suitable for this guy during the period, you can also help match him up.At that time, as a matchmaker, I will change my name and make it more reasonable.

Unexpectedly, Ji Shuxuan said: "It's up to you to arrange these things. I have already explained it to you. Today, the entire East Kitchen is at your command. You can use the staff in the kitchen as you like, including a few stewards."

Qian Hongxian frowned, and said with embarrassment: "Uh, can't you get Manager Chu?"

Although she didn't see all of his east kitchen stewards, she had seen two of them, none of them were fuel-efficient lamps. She didn't think that she, an unknown little cook from outside, could manipulate them.

He is clearly making a problem for himself!
When Ji Shuxuan mentioned this, he said angrily: "Didn't I tell you, that kid is waiting to see the jokes of the master, so this banquet can only be successful and not fail. The master must let the kid know what it means to be a human being." There are people out there who are beyond the sky, see how he dares to be arrogant in front of you in the future!" After finishing speaking, he patted Qian Hongxian on the shoulder, and said solemnly, "Work hard, I will take care of you!"

Take good care of your sister.

Qian Hongxian complained silently in his heart, the matter has come to this point, and now it is impossible for him to say no to it.For such a big banquet, there must be a host, otherwise it will not be all messed up.

But when he thought of those stewards in the East Kitchen, he couldn't help but feel a headache.

It is impossible to make these people willing to listen to her, so find someone here who can make everyone obedient. Thinking of this, Qian Hongxian couldn't help but cast a glance at Ji Shuxuan and said: "Since Director Chu can't be counted on, you should find someone who can listen to her." A person who can move a few people in charge is here, right?"

Ji Shuxuan is a smart person. When she said this, the other party immediately understood what she meant, and said with a smile, "This is easy to handle. I'll ask that girl Ying'er to help you."

"Who is Ying'er?" Could it be some young lady from the mansion?

But I heard that guy say: "The little girl next to me."

Qian Hongxian immediately gave up hope and asked, "Will it work?" Just a little girl, who can command the stewards in the mansion?
Ji Shuxuan gave her a reassuring look and said, "Don't worry, that girl is usually greedy, and she is quite familiar with the cooks and stewards of the East Kitchen. With her here, the stewards should not embarrass you."

Qian Hongxian was not so optimistic, probably because he was clearly not daring to make things difficult.

The corner of her mouth moved, she wanted to say something but she didn't say it, the kitchen manager didn't care, and Ji Shuxuan couldn't keep watching the East kitchen. Now, she can only pin her hopes on this maid named Ying'er.

I hope that the other party can really hold down a few stewards as he said.

If not, today's banquet would have been much better.

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Qian Hongxian soon met this maid named Ying'er. She had a round apple face with typical baby fat. When she smiled, her eyes curved into crescents, which was very pleasing to look at.

At this time, she was staring at her with a pair of shining eyes, like a puppy staring at a fleshy bone, talking non-stop with a single mouthful, eyes full of unconcealable excitement, but screaming People can't hate it: "You are the red thread girl that my father said, right? I heard from my father that your cooking is delicious. My father seldom praises people. I guess your cooking skills must be very good, right? My favorite What I admire is the person who is good at cooking. Unfortunately, I can't learn, I can only eat. Hehe! Don't worry, I will help you with this banquet. Well, if you have any requirements Just tell me, I'll go and talk to them. Master said, everyone in East Kitchen will listen to you today, and I will listen to you too. So if you have anything, just tell me to do it, don't be polite, I will I promise to complete the task. Also, the stewards and cooks here are very talkative. They are all good people. Every time I come here, they will prepare a lot of delicious food for me, so you must not Don’t be afraid, don’t worry, they will definitely not make things difficult for you. Otherwise, I will help you find them now?”

Qian Hongxian watched the other party's small mouth constantly opening and closing, sweating silently.It seems that what Ji Shuxuan said is wrong, this girl is not only a foodie, but also a chatterbox.

(End of this chapter)