Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1045 1056.Mangrove Island 4
Li Xiao walked into a nearby restaurant. The whole restaurant looked very clean and tidy. There were marine-themed decorative paintings hanging on the walls, which made people feel comfortable and pleasant.He was taken by an attendant to a window seat with a beautiful view of the beach and water.

The waiter handed him a menu, which listed a variety of seafood, local specialties and drinks.Li Xiao looked at the menu, and his saliva was almost drooling, because the dishes here are really tempting.

He ordered several local specialties, including Hongshu Island's famous whitebait and Hongshu Island's yellow croaker.In addition, he also ordered a signature dish - Mangrove Island Beef.The dishes have pictures on the menu and look absolutely delicious.

Not long after, the dishes began to be served one after another. Li Xiao first tasted the yellow croaker from Mangrove Island.The appearance of this dish is very attractive, the meat of the yellow croaker is fresh and tender, and the taste is very good.Li Xiao also tasted the famous whitebait in Mangrove Island, which he had tasted last night, but the taste of the whitebait here is more pure and the meat is more delicious.

The next dish was Mangrove Island Beef, which was also very special.The beef is cooked very tender and with some local seasoning, the taste is very unique.Li Xiao took a sip and felt that the taste was very good, so he quickly ate a big bowl of rice.

Li Xiao had just finished eating Hongshu Island beef when the waiter brought a very special dish called Hongshu Island ice cream.This is a dessert that takes on a red color and looks very pretty.He took a sip and found that the ice cream had a very different taste, with some refreshing taste and very sweet, which was very suitable for sweet tooth lovers.

During the whole meal, Li Xiao also chatted with the waiter about some interesting things.The waiter told him that this is one of the best restaurants on Mangrove Island, and all the ingredients they use are local. Li Xiao felt that the meals in this restaurant are very authentic and authentic after hearing what the waiter said.

"I have been in Mangrove Island for a few days, and I really like the ingredients and dishes here." Li Xiao expressed his love to the waiter.

"Yes, our ingredients here are all locally produced, very fresh, and have been carefully selected and processed." The waiter said proudly.

"Then please recommend the signature dishes here." Li Xiao asked the waiter.

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"Our most popular dish here is the local grilled fish, and our grilled fish uses the unique fish in the mangrove forest, with the unique local spices, the taste is very delicious." The waiter enthusiastically recommended it to Li Xiao.

Hearing this, Li Xiao's appetite was even more aroused. He ordered a grilled fish without hesitation, and also ordered some local specialties, such as fried shrimp cakes and grilled eel.

After the meal was served, Li Xiao ate it up, full of praise for the food here.The grilled fish is melt-in-your-mouth, delicious and full-bodied, paired with unique spices for an endless aftertaste.

"This grilled fish is really delicious, and it's my favorite dish when I come to Mangrove Island this time." Li Xiao said to the waiter.

"I'm glad you like our dishes. Our chefs are very hardworking. Only by making every dish with heart can we satisfy the guests." The waiter said, and recommended some other dishes to Li Xiao.

Li Xiao and the waiter continued to chat, talking about various topics, and the meal became more enjoyable.

After Li Xiao returned to the homestay, he felt exhausted physically and mentally. He lay on the bed, feeling the soft mattress and quilt.He lay quietly for a while, feeling his body gradually relax.

Not long after, the proprietress of the homestay knocked on his door and asked if he needed some drinks or tea.Li Xiao agreed, and after a while, the proprietress brought a cup of refreshing ice lemon tea.

"Thank you, this tea is delicious." Li Xiao thanked the proprietress, and chatted with her while tasting the tea.

"Did you go to Baisha Island today? It's very beautiful there, isn't it?" asked the proprietress.

"Yes, Baisha Island is really beautiful. The beach is clean and the sea is clear. I spent a very pleasant afternoon there." Li Xiao said with emotion.

"Yes, Baisha Island is one of our most famous tourist attractions. If you still have time, I suggest you visit our other attractions, such as tropical rainforest and coral reefs." The proprietress introduced enthusiastically.

"Okay, I'll think about it." Li Xiao nodded.

"By the way, today you went to one of the best restaurants here, didn't you? The dishes there are very delicious, and the boss and I personally recommended them." The proprietress said proudly.

"Yes, I really like the dishes there, the taste is really amazing." Li Xiao recalled.

"That's great. We have always been committed to providing the best service and the most delicious food. If you have other needs, just let us know and we will try our best to help you." The proprietress said with a smile.

"Thank you, I see." Li Xiao said gratefully.

Under the warm hospitality of the proprietress, Li Xiao gradually relaxed, and he felt very comfortable in this homestay.He knew that this place would be his warm home on Mangrove Island.

Finally, Li Xiao returned to his room, turned on his laptop, and began to record his journey on Mangrove Island.He recorded what he saw and heard on Mangrove Island, and every trip filled him with inspiration.He started to write down these feelings and experiences, intending to organize them into an article and share his journey on Mangrove Island with his friends.

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Time gradually passed, and it was time for Li Xiao to leave Hongshu Island.He looked out the window with emotion, and the sea breeze was blowing on his face, making him feel extra comfortable.Although he only stayed in Mangrove Island for a few days, he gained many unforgettable memories. This trip also made him love traveling even more, and he is looking forward to the next departure.

Finally, when the boat arrived at the pier, Li Xiao packed her luggage and got off the boat.Looking at Mangrove Island behind him, he recalled his good memories here, and lamented how time flies.However, he also knows that traveling is to find beauty, but also to remember beauty, but more importantly, to make himself a better person.

After Li Xiao finished his breakfast, he came to the front desk of the hotel to ask how to better explore Mangrove Island.The owner of the homestay recommended the local tropical rainforest and coral reefs to him, saying that they are one of the most beautiful scenic spots in Mangrove Island, which would allow him to better understand the natural scenery of Mangrove Island.

Li Xiao followed the boss's advice and decided to go to these two places.He rented a bike and was ready to start his adventure.Soon after, he reached the tropical rainforest.

There are many different kinds of plants and animals growing in the tropical rainforest, which surprised Li Xiao very much.He saw huge palm trees, dense bushes, tall oaks, and flowers of all kinds.There are also many unique animals such as gibbons, sloths, ant bears and more.

Li Xiao walked for several hours in the tropical rainforest, enjoying the beauty of nature.He also met a local guide who explained the ecosystem and environmental awareness.The guide told him that tropical rainforests are one of the most important ecosystems on Earth because they provide many important ecosystem services, such as carbon sinks and natural resources.

"Our purpose here is not only to appreciate the beautiful scenery here, but also to protect the environment and ecosystem here, so that they can be protected and maintained for a long time." The tour guide said.

"Yes, I totally agree. We need to better protect our earth and protect these beautiful scenery." Li Xiao replied.

They continued along the path, through a thick forest, to a waterfall.The waterfall is turbulent and the water splashes in all directions, forming a beautiful picture.Standing in front of the waterfall, Li Xiao felt the humid air and cool water drops, and he couldn't help but marvel at the uncanny craftsmanship of nature.

After the adventure trip in the tropical rainforest, Li Xiao came to the coral reef near Mangrove Island.He rented a small boat and prepared to go on a sea adventure.When the boat sailed near the coral reef, Li Xiao was immediately attracted by the sight in front of him.He saw corals of all kinds, big and small, and they showed colorful and dazzling lights.Li Xiao also saw many tropical fish swimming in the crevices of the coral reefs, looking very comfortable.

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Li Xiao was very excited and said to the boatman, "I want to dive here and see the beauty of these corals and fish schools."

The boatman nodded in agreement and helped Li Xiao put on the diving equipment.He also provided Li Xiao with professional diving guidance and advice, telling him what to pay attention to when diving.

Li Xiao dived slowly, and the sight in front of him made him shout: "It's so beautiful! It's so beautiful!"

He saw corals of various colors such as red, yellow, blue, green, purple, etc. They grew on the reefs, as colorful as gardens.He also saw many strange marine creatures, such as sea turtles, stingrays, starfish, sea anemones, etc. They swim freely in the water, which made people marvel at the magic and magnificence of nature.

Li Xiao felt that he had entered a magical world, completely forgetting time and everything around him.He didn't wake up from the dream until the boatman patted his shoulder gently with his hand.

"It's getting late, we have to go back." The boatman reminded.

Li Xiao nodded, but her heart was still full of longing and fascination for this sea area.He returned to the homestay, sorted out the photos and videos of the day, and silently made a wish in his heart: he must come here again if he has the opportunity, and appreciate the magnificence and magic of this ocean again.

During the whole journey, Li Xiao saw many beautiful scenery, precious animals and plants, and made many new friends.On this small island, he experienced the tranquility and relaxation different from city life, and also felt the unique charm and attraction of the natural environment to people.

Li Xiao felt that his body gradually adapted to the environment, and he began to appreciate the surrounding scenery more relaxedly.In the distance, there is a colorful coral reef floating on the sea, like a colorful picture scroll, which is unforgettable.The boat approached the coral reef, and the water became clearer, and various creatures and plants on the bottom of the sea could be seen.

Li Xiao jumped off the boat excitedly, put on diving goggles and a snorkel, and started exploring.He swam to a group of colorful coral reefs and took a closer look at these beautiful creatures.There are small fish swimming in the upper reaches of the coral, and some coral reef creatures such as sea urchins, starfish, and sea anemones also attracted his attention.

Suddenly, he saw a huge shadow moving slowly under the water, which made him a little scared.But when the shadow swam in front of him, he found that it was a huge sea turtle, which didn't seem to care about him.Li Xiao quickly swam to the turtle, took out his mobile phone and took a few photos to record this rare moment.

When he swam close to the turtle, he suddenly heard a scream.He looked up to find a female tourist had been attacked by a shark.Her arms were bleeding and she was terrified.Li Xiao thought of the scene in the movie, and he couldn't believe it really happened around him.He immediately swam to the female tourist and tried to bring her away from the shark.

"Are you okay?" Li Xiao asked with concern.

"I...I don't know, my hand..." the female tourist replied hesitantly.

"Don't worry, we'll go to shore for treatment right away." Li Xiao said, lifted the female tourist, and slowly swam to a place closer to the shore.

Fortunately, the crew of a small boat passing by spotted the accident and took them ashore immediately.On the shore, a doctor bandaged the female tourist's wound and examined her.

(End of this chapter)