Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

"Elephants are really amazing creatures. Their size and strength are amazing." Li Xiao praised.

"That's right, they are the largest animals on land, and they have their own characteristics." Xiao Ming echoed.

They continued along the path in the park and came to the beast area.There are various ferocious animals such as lions, tigers and leopards here.Li Xiao and Xiao Ming carefully observed their activities in the habitat.

"Look at that male lion, it looks mighty and fierce." Li Xiao said softly.

"Yes, its physique and momentum are amazing. The beasts here have shown their wild side." Xiao Ming sighed.

Next, they came to the monkey area.There are all kinds of lively and active monkeys jumping and playing among the branches. Their cleverness and flexibility bring a joyful atmosphere.

"Look at those monkeys, they are really naughty and cute." Li Xiao said with a smile.

"Yes, their movements and expressions are very interesting, and each has its own unique personality." Xiao Ming narrowed his eyes.

After watching for a period of time, Li Xiao and Xiao Ming felt a little hungry.They decided to go to the restaurants in the park to taste local specialties.

The decoration of the restaurant is simple and warm, and there are some art paintings related to animals on the walls, giving people a natural atmosphere.Li Xiao and Xiao Ming found a seat by the window and sat down, ready to enjoy a delicious meal.

They flipped through the menu and found a wide variety of dishes on offer, including local specialties and international favourites.They decided to try some local specialties and ordered a game barbecue platter and a bowl of delicious zoo special soup.

After a while, the waiters in the restaurant brought the food to their table.The game roast platter has various meats such as roast duck, roast venison and roast hare, exuding tempting aroma.Li Xiao and Xiao Ming couldn't help swallowing.

"This game barbecue platter looks too tempting!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

"Yeah, every piece of meat looks delicious, I can't wait to taste it." Xiao Ming also said excitedly.

They picked up the cutlery and tasted it carefully.The roast meat is tender and juicy, with a rich taste, and each game has a unique flavor, which makes them addictive.

Afterwards, the zoo's special soup was served, and Li Xiao and Xiao Ming couldn't help lingering after smelling the aroma.This bowl of soup is full of fragrance, the soup base is clear and translucent, and some fresh vegetables and herbs are added in it, which makes people comfortable and satisfying.

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"This bowl of zoo special soup is really delicious! The taste of the soup is very mellow, with a hint of vanilla." Li Xiao praised.

"That's right, after drinking this bowl of soup, I feel that my body has been nourished." Xiao Ming said with satisfaction.

While enjoying the food, they also admired the scenery outside the window.The windows of the restaurant are facing a lush garden with various flowers and plants swaying gently in the breeze.In the distance is a lake. They are immersed in the scenery outside the window. The lake is sparkling, reflecting the surrounding mountains and sky, like a picture scroll.There is a small bridge by the lake, which is covered with pebbles, leading to the distance on the other side.

"The water in the lake is so clear that you can see the fish swimming at the bottom." Li Xiao looked at the lake and said with longing.

"Yeah, the scenery here is so beautiful. Have you seen that small bridge? We can go there for a walk in the afternoon and feel the tranquility of nature." Xiao Ming suggested.

After tasting the perfect meal, they decided to continue to explore other areas of the zoo before heading for a walk by the lake.

They continued along the path and came to the panda house.In the spacious display area of ​​the Panda Pavilion, several lovely pandas are lazily lying among the bamboo bushes, yawning lazily while enjoying the food.

"Look at those cute pandas, they look so lazy!" Li Xiao couldn't help but said with a smile.

"Yes, they always give people a slow and leisurely feeling, and they feel comfortable when looking at them." Xiao Ming also laughed.

They stayed in the Panda Pavilion for a while, then continued to move forward and came to the raptor performance area.There is a spacious auditorium here, and Li Xiao and Xiao Ming found a comfortable seat.

The music started and the bird of prey show began.Elegant hawks, fierce hawks, and agile falcons are showing their flying skills and predation skills in the air.The audience applauded and cheered for these free-flying birds of prey.

"Look at that eagle, its wings are really spectacular!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

"That's right, the flying posture and speed of the raptors are amazing. They are really natural flying masters." Xiao Ming praised.

After the raptor show, Li Xiao and Xiao Ming continued to walk forward and came to the parent-child interaction area of ​​the zoo.This area is specially designed for children, and there are various interactive facilities and activities in it, so that children can get close contact and interaction with animals.

Li Xiao and Xiao Ming enthusiastically participated in a little monkey performance.Under the guidance of the staff, they learned how to feed the little monkeys, observed their living habits, and played simple interactive games with them.The flexible and cute movements of the little monkey made them laugh out loud, and the close contact with the little monkey made them feel happy.

"These little monkeys are really lively and cute, and their performances are really fun." Li Xiao said with a smile.

"Yeah, they seem to bring us joy all the time, they are simply born performers." Xiao Ming also said happily.

Next, they visited the bird area.There are all kinds of birds with different shapes and gorgeous feathers, singing and flying happily on the trees.They walked into the bird area and admired the beautiful singing and dancing of the birds.

"Look at that bird with colorful feathers, its singing is really beautiful." Li Xiao exclaimed.

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"Yes, every bird has a unique color and sound, and they express their love for life with their songs." Xiao Ming said with emotion.

They stopped for a moment in the bird area, enjoyed the wonderful chorus of birds, and then continued to the last area of ​​the zoo - the aquarium.

The aquarium is beautifully designed, as if you are in the underwater world.All kinds of colorful tropical fish swim in the transparent glass aquarium, they swing gracefully in the water, displaying breathtaking colors.

"These tropical fish are so beautiful, and their colors are so attractive." Li Xiao exclaimed.

Yeah, they're so colorful, it's like a living underwater painting.Red, yellow, blue, green and other bright colors interweave into wonderful patterns in the water, which makes people intoxicated.

They continued admiring the majestic vistas in the aquarium, most notably a giant model whale hanging from the top.The model comes to life like a giant sea leviathan, its eyes glowing gently through the glass.

"The whale model is really lifelike, as if you can feel its power and mystery." Li Xiao sighed.

"Yes, whales are the guardians of the ocean. Their existence makes people feel awe and respect for the ocean." Xiao Ming said with full respect.

They walked in the aquarium and enjoyed the display of many marine life, from starfish to seahorse, from conch to coral, each creature showed its unique beauty and vitality.

Time passed unknowingly, Li Xiao and Xiao Ming left Changchun Zoo, full of awe of nature and love for animals.They felt the charm of nature and also gained good memories.

"This day is really great! We not only admired the beauty of various animals, but also experienced parent-child interaction and participation in performances." Li Xiao said excitedly.

"Yes, the zoo brings us infinite joy and inspiration. We can better understand the life of animals and protect the natural environment." Xiao Ming said with emotion.

They looked back at the distant figure in the zoo, full of gratitude and joy in their hearts.This trip not only enriched their knowledge, but also made them love nature and animals more.They decided to share this wonderful experience with their friends, hoping to convey the importance of protecting animals and nature.

As the sun went down, they left the Changchun Zoo and returned to their daily life full of gratitude and fond memories.

Li Xiao and his friends came to Changchun Botanical Garden happily. What greeted them was a lush green and the fragrance of flowers and plants in the air.The path in the park is winding, surrounded by flowers and trees, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.

"Wow, the scenery here is so beautiful!" Xiao Ming said excitedly.

"Yes, Changchun Botanical Garden has attracted many tourists with its unique natural scenery. It's great that we are lucky to be here." Li Xiao sighed.

While walking, they admired all kinds of flowers and plants in the garden.In the colorful sea of ​​flowers, all kinds of flowers are competing to bloom, competing for splendor.Red roses, yellow sunflowers, purple lavender, each flower exudes a charming aroma.

"The flowers here are so beautiful! I seem to be in a dream garden." Xiao Ming praised.

"Yes, every flower has its own characteristics and beauty. They attract us with their bright colors and fragrant smells, and make us intoxicated." Li Xiao was in a happy mood admiring the sea of ​​flowers.

They continued to walk forward and came to a waterfall area.Streams of water rushed down from high places, splashing layers of mist.The sun shines through the mist, forming a beautiful rainbow, making people feel like they are in a fairyland.

"Look, that rainbow is so beautiful!" Xiao Ming said excitedly, pointing to the distance.

"Yes, the appearance of a rainbow always brings people a feeling of happiness and hope. We are so lucky to be able to enjoy such a beautiful sight here." Li Xiao said with a smile.

As the pace moved, they came to an exquisite teahouse.There are all kinds of exquisite tea sets around the teahouse, as well as some special snacks.

"Hey, there are many special snacks here!" Xiao Ming said excitedly.

"Yes, in addition to the beautiful scenery, Changchun Botanical Garden also provides a variety of delicacies for tourists to taste. They saw a stall displaying pastries and snacks of various tastes.

"These pastries look so tempting!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

"Let's try it and see how it tastes." Xiao Ming suggested.

They walked up to the booth, and the owner greeted them warmly.The stalls are filled with all kinds of pastries with bright colors and exquisite shapes, each of which exudes an attractive aroma.

"This is our signature red bean cake. It has a soft texture and moderate sweetness. You can try it." The owner recommended.

Li Xiao and Xiao Ming picked up a piece of red bean cake and tasted it. It melted in the mouth. The sweetness of the red bean and the softness of the cake skin blended together, making it delicious.

"It's really delicious! This red bean cake has a delicate texture and a very pure taste." Xiao Ming praised.

The owner smiled and said: "Thank you for the compliment. We use fresh ingredients to make pastries every day, hoping to bring delicious and pleasant experiences to tourists."

Li Xiao saw that there was also a special snack on the booth, which was shaped like a flower in the botanical garden.

"What does this snack taste like?" Li Xiao asked curiously.

The owner explained with a smile: "This is our Hanamaki. It is shaped like a flower. It has a soft texture and a variety of fillings, such as red beans, cream, etc. Do you want to try it?"

Li Xiao and Xiao Ming were very interested. They chose a steamed roll and red bean stuffing.

"This flower roll is so creative!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

They tasted Hanamaki, rich and delicious with sweet red bean filling and fluffy dough. (end of this chapter)