Food Wars!: I Became a Fantasy Ingredient Supplier

"Dad, what about you?"

Soma scratched the back of his head and asked, "This set meal shop is temporarily closed, so where can you go?"

“I have a friend in Paris who owns a five-star hotel, and lately he's been inviting me to be the head chef there. In a couple of days, I'm thinking of going there to live for a while!”

"Paris?"

"Yes, that place has been quite turbulent lately!"

"Ichiro sighed deeply for no apparent reason."

……

Three or five cups of wine down the throat.

A sense of warmth and a pleasant buzz spread quietly.

On the table, several plates of delicate side dishes were arranged in a staggered manner, exuding a rustic aroma, while several cups of tea, bittersweet yet fragrant, steamed with wisps of heat.

A few people sat together, their soft laughter mingling with the atmosphere, emotions, and everyday warmth of the place. It was like the lingering effects of alcohol climbing up their necks and cheeks, gradually rising and filling the small space!

At this moment.

We were in a lively little restaurant.

Having just finished eating snake and frog soup, Nakiri Managi's cravings returned.

Her gaze, as if drawn by a magnet, was fixed on the chunks of red-haired pork on the grill, and she couldn't bear to look away for even a moment.

His focused expression made it seem as if the whole world consisted only of the sizzling, enticing grilled meat in front of him!

……

Time.

Time slips away while we wait.

Finally, Nakiri Managi got a little impatient.

Her eyes were full of anticipation as she looked eagerly at Ye Chen, her voice tinged with a pleading tone as she asked, "Can we eat now?"

"Wait a moment."

Ye Chen remained calm.

Then, under Managi's burning gaze, he picked up a brush and evenly brushed layer after layer of honey onto the glistening, roasted pieces of red-haired pork!

The honey quickly seeps into every inch of the meat, adding a unique touch to the delicious dish that is about to be created.

……

quickly.

Red-haired pork chunks with a golden-brown, glossy appearance.

As it continues to roast over the charcoal fire, a wonderful transformation is taking place.

The initial golden-brown color gradually transitioned to a deep golden-brown, and the skin became even crispier. Meanwhile, the juices inside the meat dripped slowly from the edges, sparking tiny flames on the charcoal fire, making the crispy exterior and tender interior even more pronounced!

"Ok!"

Ye Chen nodded slightly.

A hint of satisfaction flashed in his eyes, and he said, "That's fine."

"Yay!" Nakiri Managi cheered excitedly, her face beaming with barely suppressed joy. "I can't wait any longer!"

After that, she couldn't wait to pick up the roasted red-haired pork with her chopsticks and put it in her mouth, chewing it slowly.

……

Fragrant.

Tender.

sweet.

Smooth and silky!

It was that familiar taste that Managi could never forget.

The red-haired pig naturally contains high-quality, sweet, fatty meat, accompanied by an irresistible herbal aroma. This unique fragrance is simply irresistible, even without any processing!

Of course, thanks to Ye Chen's superb knife skills, proficient grilling techniques, and the combined effect of his special sauce...

The deliciousness of the roasted red-haired pork was fully revealed at this moment, reaching its peak.

"Come."

"This is snake and frog wine made with snakes, frogs, and spirits."

"Paired with roasted red-haired pork, the texture and flavor will definitely be the most satisfying!"

Just as Nakiri Managi was enjoying the roasted red-haired pork, Ye Chen secretly took out a small bottle of snake and frog wine, placed it in front of her, and smiled.

"Snake and frog wine?"

Nakiri Managi paused, taken aback.

Then, his face filled with disbelief, he asked, "Snakes and frogs can be made into liquor?"

……

Barbecue!

It will always be a delicious treat.

However, it's easy to feel greasy after a meal, and the grilling process also uses a lot of oil and seasonings.

Therefore, this is the perfect time to drink some sweet and sour, refreshing wine!

In Japan, shochu is usually called "shochu". "Shochu" comes from ancient Chinese and refers to strong liquor that has undergone two or more manufacturing processes. "Shochu" mainly describes its pungent taste.

The most widely accepted view now is that baijiu originated in the Yuan Dynasty.

After all, during the Yuan Dynasty, as the territory continued to expand, exchanges with both internal and external forces gradually increased.

therefore.

How to make shochu (Chinese liquor).

And so it naturally reached Japan.

The technology of the Korean peninsula was brought to Korea by the Mongols during their invasion of Goryeo in the 13th century. The earliest recorded Korean soju dates back to the reign of King Gojong of the Goryeo Dynasty.

At that time, the Mongol army successfully introduced the distillation method of the Levant to the Korean Peninsula.

what is interesting is.

Japan and South Korea are now frequently arguing about who is the true originator of soju.

It's probably because both countries have done a better job with soju in the modern market. Korean soju sells well in Asia and Europe, while Japanese soju even outsells sake. So they are playing the game of "using the market to reverse history".

……

Open the cork.

Upon smelling the rich aroma of snake and frog wine, Managi was immediately even more tempted.

Immediately afterwards, she couldn't wait to take a small sip. She found the taste to be mellow and fragrant, with a lingering aftertaste. It's no exaggeration to say that even after three days, the flavor of the wine would not dissipate. It was truly unforgettable!

Can't help but.

Managi leans back in her dining chair.

Take a bite of roasted red-haired pork, then sip some snake and frog wine.

The feeling was indescribably wonderful; even a god would only be envious if he came before her!

The rest.

It might be due to the alcohol.

A blush spread across Nakiri Managi's cheeks, making her look incredibly alluring.

Slightly tipsy, she began to talk incessantly, sometimes recounting amusing anecdotes from her childhood, and sometimes describing her experiences and observations around the world after leaving the Nakiri family. Occasionally, she would down a couple of drinks.

"Samagi-sama."

"This is snake and frog wine! If we don't use it in moderation, I'm afraid..."

Beside her, Annie looked at Managi, who was still drinking snake and frog wine, and couldn't help but worry.

"It's alright, it's alright, I can hold my liquor very well."

Managi waved her hand dismissively and replied, "Before God Tongue rejected any cuisine, I often went to try famous wines from all over the world!"

"Hey?"

"Strange."

"Why are there several Ye Chens?"

After saying that, with a "bang," Nakiri Managi immediately fell asleep.

Chapter 71 Three Brand New Fantasy Ingredients