Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Li Xiao and a group of enthusiastic friends decided to go to Zhaoqing Xinghu Scenic Area and started an exciting journey.

Gathered at the departure point early in the morning, they banter each other with gusto, excitedly awaiting the adventure to come.The train slowly entered the platform, and the friends happily waved goodbye to their families and embarked on a journey to Xinghu.

When the train slowly entered Zhaoqing Station, they stepped out of the carriage together and were immediately attracted by the green city scene. The urban area of ​​ZQ has a strong historical atmosphere, where ancient buildings and modern prosperity complement each other.The friends lamented the changes of the city, and started their journey of exploration with brisk steps.

Finally, they arrived at Zhaoqing Xinghu Scenic Area, and saw a huge lake in sight.The lake is blue and clear, like a huge sapphire inlaid between the valleys.There is a verdant forest on the shore of the lake. The breeze blows and the leaves rustle, adding a bit of tranquility to the lakeside.

Li Xiao and his friends approached the lake, and the lake water gently slapped the stones on the shore, making a pleasant sound.The lotus leaves float on the lake, dotted with pink flowers, like an ink painting.Everyone couldn't help but took out their cameras to capture this beautiful moment.

"This lake is so beautiful!" exclaimed a friend.

Another friend couldn't help agreeing: "Yes, it's really a fairyland on earth."

They walked along the lake, crossed a quaint stone bridge, and came to the small island in the middle of the lake.There is an old pavilion on the island, surrounded by various flowers and plants.Li Xiao and his friends sat in the pavilion, overlooking the lake, enjoying the tranquility of the lake and mountains.

At lunch time, they came to a small restaurant by the lake and ordered local specialties.The dishes on the table are delicious in color, fragrance and mouth-watering.There are refreshing cold dishes, fragrant glutinous rice, and a series of unique lake delicacies.

"The food here is really delicious!" A friend couldn't help but praise.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, the ingredients here should be fresh, that's why we can make such delicious dishes."

The owner of the restaurant came over and communicated with them enthusiastically: "Welcome, the ingredients here are all our local agricultural products, which are guaranteed to be fresh and delicious."

Li Xiao asked curiously: "Do you have any special food here?"

The boss smiled and introduced: "Our lake fresh dishes are very popular here, such as lotus leaf rice dumplings, steamed fish, etc., all of which are local specialties. You can try them."

After listening to the boss's introduction, friends ordered lotus leaf rice dumplings and steamed fish one after another.The outer layer of lotus leaf rice dumplings

It is emerald green lotus leaf, wrapped with fragrant glutinous rice and various delicious fillings. One bite, the taste is soft and glutinous, and the fragrance is overflowing, which is endless aftertaste.The steamed fish is tender and juicy, seasoned with coriander, ginger and garlic to whet the appetite.

While tasting the food, the friends chatted with the boss about the local customs.The boss shared some of Zhaoqing's history and culture, and introduced them to some handicrafts, which are all local characteristics.Listening to the boss's explanation, everyone has a deeper understanding of this place, and also has a strong interest in Zhaoqing's food and culture.

After the meal, they continued their adventure by the lake.There is a lawn next to the lake. Everyone lay on the grass, enjoying the lake view and feeling the coolness of the breeze.The sun shines on the body through the leaves, like a soft veil, warm and comfortable.

"It's such a wonderful time." Li Xiao sighed.

The friends nodded in agreement, and took out their cameras one after another, leaving eternal images of this beautiful moment.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun dyed the lake surface orange.Li Xiao and his friends boarded a cruise ship, ready to enjoy the beauty of the sunset on the lake.The boat was sailing on the lake, and the friends stood on the bow of the boat, feeling the breeze blowing over their cheeks, looking at the reflection of the setting sun on the lake, as if they had entered a dream world.

The tour guide on the boat introduced the history and legends of the lake area to everyone, so that everyone can have a deeper understanding of this beautiful scenery.On the other side of the lake is a lush green hillside, covered with tea plantations and farmland, forming a vibrant pastoral scene.

During their voyage on the lake, they also discovered a small island with an ancient temple.They boarded the island, climbed the steps to the top of the mountain, overlooked the lake and mountains, looked at the distant scenery, and felt the magnificence of nature.

As night falls, the starry sky shines brightly.They came to the open-air cafe by the lake, lit a bonfire, sat together, and enjoyed the tranquility of the night.A cup of fragrant tea in hand warms the body and mind.The friends chatted easily, sharing their feelings and memories of the trip.

"This trip is really wonderful," said a friend, "I feel so relieved."

Li Xiao nodded, full of satisfaction and gratitude.This trip to Zhaoqing Xinghu not only allowed them to appreciate the beautiful scenery, but also strengthened their friendship and nourished their hearts more and more.

They spent a wonderful night by the lake of stars, and they bid farewell to the peaceful lake until the stars faded into the sky.

On the way back, the friends gathered together, reminiscing about the bits and pieces of the trip, and sharing each other's feelings and experiences.They understand that travel is not only about seeing the scenery, but also about creating beautiful memories with friends.And these beautiful memories will accompany them and become the most precious treasure in their lives.

Li Xiao came to a quaint town with light steps, which was his first destination of this trip.The sun shines on the street through the sparse clouds, reflecting the ancient buildings and stone roads.His eyes stayed on the lively small stalls on both sides of the street, displaying all kinds of handicrafts.

"Wow, these handicrafts are so beautiful!" Li Xiao excitedly approached a booth filled with colorful embroidery, exquisite pottery and exquisite wood carvings.The stall owner was a kind old man. He greeted Li Xiao with a smile: "Young man, welcome to our town, how about taking a look at our handicrafts?"

Li Xiao responded kindly: "Thank you! Your handicrafts are really amazing. Are these all made by yourself?"

The old man nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, these are made by my family and I. We have passed down the craftsmanship of several generations and hope to share the beautiful things with more people."

Li Xiao sighed: "It's amazing! Can you tell me the stories behind these handicrafts?"

The old man smiled even brighter, and began to tell the story of each handicraft, how to create something from scratch, and how to pass it on. Every story is full of warmth and emotion.Li Xiao listened intently, as if he could feel the intention behind each piece of work.

After leaving the handicraft booth, Li Xiao's stomach started to growl.He smelled a tempting aroma, turned the corner, and found a small street stall with various delicacies on display.

The stall owner is a middle-aged woman who greets customers with a smile.Li Xiao approached the stall and saw that the stall owner was cooking a fried chicken with excellent color and fragrance.He couldn't help swallowing.

"Little brother, come and try my fried chicken, it is definitely the most delicious you have ever eaten!" The stall owner enthusiastically recommended.

Li Xiao nodded and said excitedly: "Okay, please bring me some fried chicken!"

After a while, a plate of golden and crispy fried chicken was placed in front of Li Xiao.He couldn't help pinching a piece, only to hear the "hissing" sound, steaming hot, and the tempting fragrance came to his nostrils.He couldn't wait to take a bite, and in an instant, the tender and juicy meat spread in his mouth, accompanied by spicy seasoning, which made people have endless aftertaste.

The stall owner asked with a smile: "Little brother, what do you think? Are you satisfied?"

Li Xiao gave a thumbs up and said with emotion: "It's so delicious! The unique taste of this fried chicken is simply a kind of enjoyment."

The stall owner smiled smugly, and began to share with Li Xiao the production method and inheritance experience of fried chicken.Li Xiao listened with great interest, and not only learned about the uniqueness of food, but also appreciated the love and tradition of the local people for food.

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Gradually, Li Xiao's journey continued, and he embarked on the journey to the next destination.This time, he came to a magnificent mountain area.The towering peak, surrounded by white clouds, is like a fairyland.The small village at the foot of the mountain was quiet and pleasant, and Li Xiao couldn't wait to start exploring.

While walking in the mountains, he found an ancient temple, the architecture of the temple is so beautiful that it seems to contain a long history.Li Xiao entered the temple, immersed in the mysterious atmosphere.He admired the exquisite murals in the temple and listened to the chanting of monks in the temple, as if traveling back in time and back to ancient times.

In the temple, Li Xiao met a monk, and the two sat down in the courtyard, talking softly.The monk said calmly, "Young man, what are you looking for here?"

Li Xiao replied with a smile: "I am interested in the history and culture of this temple, and I also want to know the story here."

The monk nodded, and began to tell Li Xiao about the history of the temple and the relationship with him.
The monk nodded and began to tell Li Xiao the history of the temple and the legends related to it.The incense in the temple has a long history, and each mural carries the wisdom and belief of the ancestors.Li Xiao listened intently, sometimes looking up at the murals, sometimes looking down at the monk's words.

Not long after, Li Xiao bid farewell to the temple and headed towards the seaside park.When he came to the seashore, he felt the breeze of the sea breeze and the sound of the waves, as if the whole world was quiet and serene.He and his friends found a comfortable place to sit down, watching the sea view and the twinkling fishing boats in the distance.

Li Xiao's good friend Xiaofang excitedly pointed to the beach not far away and said, "Look, there is a food stall over there! Let's try the local seafood."

A group of people walked to the food stall enthusiastically.The stall owners are busy cooking all kinds of delicious seafood, and the aroma is tangy.Li Xiao and his friends couldn't help drooling. They ordered some seafood such as shrimp, crab and shellfish.

The stall owner said with a smile: "These seafood are all freshly caught that day, and you are guaranteed to taste the freshest taste."

After a while, plates of colorful seafood were placed on the table.The shell of the shrimp is golden and crisp, the meat is tender and juicy, and the bite is full of sweetness and umami.The crab roe of the crab is mellow and the meat is plump, which is irresistible.The shellfish has a sweet taste of sea water, which is refreshing.

Li Xiao couldn't help but praised: "This seafood is so delicious! Every bite is intoxicating."

The stall owner smiled with satisfaction. He sat next to him and began to share with Li Xiao the fishing methods and cooking skills of local seafood.Li Xiao listened with great interest, not only tasted the food, but also learned about the local people's dependence on and love for the ocean.

After tasting the perfect food, Li Xiao and his friends strolled in the seaside park. The afterglow of the setting sun reflected the sea and the beach, and the scenery was like a picture scroll.They arrived at a craft booth displaying delicate shell bracelets, marine-themed paintings and stone carvings.

The stall owner was a middle-aged woman who greeted them with a warm smile: "Welcome! These handicrafts are all made by me. I hope you can find one you like."

Li Xiao's friend Xiao Ming asked curiously: "How are these handicrafts made?"

The stall owner patiently explained: "These shell bracelets are carefully strung together from the shells picked up on the beach, and each shell represents the story of the sea. The ocean-themed paintings are my use of color to express my feelings for the sea. .As for the stone carvings, I carve them according to the natural form, each one is unique.”

Li Xiao observed these handicrafts carefully and felt the enthusiasm and creativity of the stall owner for the ocean.He chose an exquisite shell bracelet as a souvenir, hoping to keep the good memory of this trip forever.

As night falls, the lights of the seaside park are gradually turned on, and the beautiful night scene makes people feel refreshed.Li Xiao and his friends chatted freely about their travel experiences and feelings in this vibrant place, as if time had stood still on this beach.

In a place full of food, crafts and sea culture, Li Xiao and his friends had a great time.Their travel will continue, what kind of surprise will the next destination bring them?The story continues, intertwined with fun and emotion, like a vivid picture scroll. (end of this chapter)