Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

They walked across the bridge and enjoyed the view of the lake along the Su Causeway.The lake water is microwaved, the breeze is blowing, and the lotus leaves are gently swaying on the water.The willows by the lake are fluttering with the wind, reflecting the emerald green of the lake.The mountains in the distance are verdant, blending into the blue of the lake.

Li Xiao and his friends found a dock on the Su Causeway, rented a small boat, and prepared to roam on the lake.They rowed a boat and wandered leisurely on the lake.

The water lapped gently against the hull of the boat, and the breeze brushed their cheeks.Li Xiao and his friends looked up at the small islands in the lake, the most famous of which was Three Pools Reflecting the Moon.Three pools reflecting the moon are three connected lakes with different shapes, like three jade plates suspended on the water.

Li Xiao couldn't help admiring: "West Lake is so beautiful! The lake is crystal clear, and the surrounding mountains and ancient buildings form a beautiful picture. It's really a pleasure to roam around the lake and feel the tranquility of the lake and mountains."

Friends chimed in, and they enjoyed sailing on the lake, admiring the scenery on the lake while enjoying the breeze.

After roaming around the lake, Li Xiao and his friends boarded a small hill by the lake called Gem Mountain.Overlooking the West Lake from the top of the mountain, you can enjoy the most perfect panoramic view of the lake.

Li Xiao and his friends climbed to the top of the mountain and looked at the magnificent scenery in front of them.The lakes are continuous and the mountains are undulating, just like a huge picture scroll unfolding in front of you.The lonely mountain in the distance is independent of the lake, like a huge jade floating on the water.The whole scenery is full of poetry and tranquility, which is intoxicating.

Li Xiao sat quietly on the top of the mountain, immersed in the beautiful scenery of West Lake.Feeling the tranquility of the lake and the magnificence of the mountains, he was filled with awe and gratitude for nature.

My friends were also attracted by this beautiful scenery. We sat down together and shared our feelings and the joy of traveling.The beauty and tranquility of the West Lake made them forget their busy lives and immerse themselves in the embrace of nature.

After leaving Gem Mountain, Li Xiao and his friends strolled on the ancient street by the lake.This ancient street retains the traditional architectural style and is full of various specialty shops and snack stalls.They tasted local delicacies, such as Hangzhou Xiaolongbao, West Lake vinegar fish, etc., and felt the unique flavor of Hangzhou.

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In an antique shop, Li Xiao and his friends discovered some exquisite handicrafts and traditional handicrafts.These handicrafts include traditional Chinese paper-cutting, cloisonné and silk fabrics, etc., and each piece is unique, showing the essence of traditional Chinese culture.

Li Xiao and his friends spent a whole day shopping in the ancient street, enjoying the beauty of the West Lake and the food culture.They know that the meaning of travel is not only to see and explore, but also to interact with friends and create beautiful memories together.

Li Xiao and his friends continued their journey with curiosity and expectation for the unknown.They look forward to continuing to explore more amazing attractions and experience more food culture in their next destinations.With excitement and curiosity in their hearts, they continued their own travel stories.

Next stop, Li Xiao and his friends came to Chengdu, a charming city famous for its food and pandas.

First, they visited the iconic scenic spots in Chengdu - Kuanzhai Alley.Kuanzhai Alley is an ancient neighborhood that retains the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.Li Xiao and his friends strolled along the stone road, admiring the unique charm of ancient buildings.

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The streets are lined with various specialty shops and food stalls.Attracted by the lively atmosphere, Li Xiao and his friends tried Chengdu's traditional delicacies, such as hot pot and Sichuan cuisine.Every mouthful of food exudes a strong aroma and spicy taste, which is mouth-watering.

In a specialty snack bar, Li Xiao and his friends tasted the famous "twice-cooked pork" in Chengdu.Twice-cooked Pork is a Sichuan classic dish that is stir-fried with pork slices, garlic sprouts and chilies.Li Xiao asked the owner curiously: "How is twice-cooked pork made?"

The owner replied with a smile: "Twice-cooked pork is first boiled in boiling water to remove the blood and fishy smell, and then cut into thin slices. Then, we fry it in a high-temperature hot pan, add garlic sprouts and peppers, and fry until cooked. Finally, add Some special seasonings make twice-cooked pork more fragrant and delicious. Twice-cooked pork is characterized by bright red color, crispy taste and full of spicy taste."

Li Xiao and his friends tasted twice-cooked pork, feeling its spicy and aroma, and at the same time chatted with the owner about Chengdu's food culture and eating customs.

Next, Li Xiao and his friends visited the Chengdu Panda Base, which is one of the largest panda breeding research bases in the world.They walked into the panda park and enjoyed the scene of the lovely pandas playing in the bamboo forest.

Li Xiao and his friends were fascinated by these cute animals, they watched the pandas lazily eating bamboo, climbing trees and playing.Each panda has a unique personality and cute appearance, which caused everyone to laugh and wonder.

Accompanied by the panda breeders at the Panda Base, Li Xiao and her friends learned about the panda's living habits and protection work.They also have the opportunity to observe pandas up close and even interact with them, which is a rare experience.

After Li Xiao and his friends left the Panda Base, they continued to explore Chengdu's food culture.They tasted more Sichuan dishes, such as spicy hot pot, boiled fish, etc., and felt the spicy taste and spicy style of Chengdu.

In a traditional teahouse, Li Xiao and his friends tasted a special tea drink in Chengdu - iced lemon tea with honey juice.This is a refreshing drink with a sweet and sour taste, which brings a pleasant and refreshing feeling.

Li Xiao and his friends had a great time in Chengdu. They tasted a variety of delicacies and experienced the unique culture of Chengdu.Every delicacy and every interaction made them understand and appreciate the unique charm of this city better.

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Li Xiao and his friends continued their journey with curiosity and expectation for the unknown.They look forward to continuing to explore more amazing attractions and experience more wonderful food culture in their next destinations.Every journey is a unique adventure, and they continue to move forward with their own travel stories with excitement and curiosity.

Li Xiao and his friends continued their journey, this time they came to the Northwest of China to explore Dunhuang, the starting point of the Silk Road.

Dunhuang is a famous historical and cultural city in China, famous for its Mogao Grottoes and desert landscape.Li Xiao and his friends couldn't wait to go to Mogao Grottoes, which is a well-preserved treasure house of ancient grotto art.

When they stepped into the Mogao Grottoes, they were immediately shocked by the spectacular sight in front of them.There are countless exquisite Buddha statues and murals carved in the grottoes, and the colors on the murals are still vivid and bright, which is unbelievable.Li Xiao and his friends watched each grotto carefully, and were deeply attracted by the artistic and religious significance displayed by the Buddha statues and murals.

Under the leadership of the tour guide, they learned about the history of Mogao Grottoes and the stories behind them.The Mogao Grottoes, built in the 4th century AD and lasting for hundreds of years, are a treasure of ancient Chinese art.These Buddha statues and murals show Buddhist culture, historical inheritance and social style at that time, which are of great significance to the study of ancient civilizations.

After leaving Mogao Grottoes, Li Xiao and his friends went to the famous Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake.Mingsha Mountain is a huge dune made of fine sand.Under the sunshine, the dunes make strange sounds, like music in the desert.

Li Xiao and his friends climbed up the sand dunes excitedly, feeling the soft rustling of sand grains under their feet.They chased the wind over the dunes, immersed in the tranquility and vastness of the desert.

On the other side of the dunes, they came to a natural wonder - Crescent Lake.Crescent Spring is a lake located in the desert, showing a crescent shape.The lake is crystal clear, with rippling blue waves, surrounded by golden sand dunes and lush green vegetation.

Li Xiao and his friends strolled along the lake, admiring the beautiful scenery of Crescent Lake.The lake reflects the blue sky and sand dunes, forming a unique picture.They lamented the uncanny craftsmanship of nature and immersed themselves in this peaceful and magical scenery.

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After leaving Dunhuang, Li Xiao and his friends continued their journey to explore more destinations on the Silk Road.With curiosity about history and culture, they look forward to discovering more miracles and beauty in the next journey.Every journey is a unique adventure, and they continue to move forward with their own travel stories with excitement and curiosity.

Li Xiao and his friends came to Binzhou Yellow River Estuary Wetland with great interest, which is known as a natural treasure.They walked along the paths of the wetlands, and the fresh humidity made them feel comfortable.The scenery of the wetland is like a painting, with the blue sky and rolling hills in the distance, and the dense reeds and rippling water nearby.

Li Xiao excitedly said to his friends: "The wetland here is so beautiful! Look at those elegant egrets playing by the water, as if a dancer is performing gorgeous dance steps."

The friends admired one after another, stopped involuntarily, and watched the beauty of the wetland carefully.The vastness of the wetland makes people feel boundless, as if entering an isolated world.The wetland ecosystem is rich and diverse. Li Xiao noticed that there are many small animals in the reeds, such as frogs, butterflies and dragonflies, and they live freely in this natural environment.

As time passed, the stomachs of Li Xiao and his friends began to make a low call.They decided to go to a small town near the wetland to taste the famous local food.The streets of the town are filled with tempting aromas, and the taste of food from various stalls makes people salivate.

Li Xiao found a stall full of various colorful fruit ice creams.He walked over curiously, and the owner greeted him warmly: "Young man, come and try our special ice cream! We use local fresh fruits, which have a delicate taste and a unique taste."

Li Xiao ordered a watermelon-flavored ice cream, and the owner began to introduce the characteristics of this ice cream to him: "This ice cream uses Binzhou's special watermelon, which is planted on the fertile soil near the wetland, and the sun and water nourish them. Full of sweetness. We juice fresh watermelon and add milk and a little syrup to make this rich, cool and refreshing ice cream." (End of chapter)