Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

The annual winter vacation finally came, and Li Xiao and several of her friends decided to embark on a unique adventure together.Their destination is the Northeast Ice and Snow World, a snow-themed resort known as the Kingdom of Ice and Snow.

Early in the morning, accompanied by melodious laughter, they boarded the train to the northeast.The train slowly drove out of the station, all the way north, passed through cities, and gradually entered the snow-covered nature.Outside the car window, the snow-covered scenery is like a painting, which is intoxicatingly beautiful.

"Wow, look over there!" Li Xiao excitedly pointed out the window, there was a cute snow rabbit jumping in a snow field.Friends gathered in front of the car window, amazed.

A few hours later, they finally arrived at the Northeast Ice and Snow World.When I got out of the car, the cold wind hit my face, which made me feel refreshed.They lived in a wooden house at the foot of the mountain. Looking out the window, the white snow and the mountains in the distance complement each other.

The next day, early in the morning, they put on thick winter clothes, ready to enjoy the most famous ice and snow landscape here.They came to an ice and snow sculpture park, which is carved with various lifelike animals, castles, snowmen, etc., just like a fairy tale world.

"These carvings are so amazing, it looks like they came out of a fairy tale!" The friends kept taking pictures and enjoying the beauty of this ice and snow world.

During lunch, they came to a special restaurant. The outer wall of the restaurant was covered with ice hangings and colorful lights, making it very lively.They ordered ice and fire dumplings, which is a local traditional delicacy.The skin of the dumplings is as white as snow, and the filling is hot and delicious. It tastes both cool from ice and stimulated by fire, giving it a unique taste.

"This taste is really unique, it makes my mouth feel like ice and fire!" Li Xiao said with a smile, and the friends on the side also nodded in agreement.

In the afternoon, they participated in an ice and snow sports experience, including skiing, snowmobiling and so on.Standing in the snow, Li Xiao experienced the fun of skiing for the first time. She was a little wobbly at first, but with repeated attempts, she gradually mastered the skills and glides freely on the snow.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun reflects the ice and snow world, and the mountains and snow fields complement each other, which is as beautiful as a picture scroll.They came to an open-air hot spring, soaked in the warm water, looked up at the starry sky, as if blending into the embrace of nature.

On the last day, they visited a local craft market.The market is filled with all kinds of handicrafts, including exquisite wood carvings, embroidery, jade, etc., each of which contains the essence of Northeast folk culture.

"These handicrafts are so unique, I want to take some back home as gifts for my family!" Li Xiao excitedly selected, and friends also found their favorite treasures one after another.

After bidding farewell to the ice and snow world in Northeast China, Li Xiao and his friends all had satisfied and happy smiles on their faces.This trip not only allowed them to appreciate the magnificence of the ice and snow scenery, but also tasted local food, experienced a variety of ice and snow sports, and felt the unique culture of Northeast China.They cherish this precious memory deeply in their hearts and look forward to the next adventure.

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Leaving the Northeast Ice and Snow World, Li Xiao and his friends continued their journey to an ancient and mysterious village called "Dream Ancient Village".

When they entered the village, it seemed as if they had traveled through a time tunnel and came to another world.The stone path winds past, and the ancient buildings on both sides exude a faint atmosphere of time.Li Xiao and his friends stopped to watch. The snowflakes on the eaves had already accumulated thickly, and the red plums in front of the door were dancing happily in the snow.

"It's so beautiful here, it's like stepping into an ancient picture scroll." Li Xiao sighed.

Following the guidance of the villagers, the friends came to an ancient temple in the village.The architectural style of the temple is simple and elegant, and the ancient gods are enshrined in the temple.Under the leadership of the tour guide, Li Xiao listened to the historical legends of the temple and the connection between the village and the myths.

"The architecture here is really beautiful, and every sculpture reveals the vicissitudes of history." Friends sighed.

In the corner of the village, there is a small handicraft workshop, which displays exquisite wood carvings, ceramics, silk and other handicrafts.While admiring, Li Xiao and his friends communicated with the owner of the workshop to understand the production process of these handicrafts and the cultural connotation behind them.

For lunch, they came to a quaint restaurant, where the dishes were home-cooked dishes unique to the village.They ordered "Ancient Village Xianwei", a dish based on fresh vegetables and game from the village.The dishes are exquisitely arranged, and the color matching is like a painting. Every bite is a wonderful stimulation to the taste buds.

"This dish is really delicious. The flavors of various ingredients are blended together, unique and delicious!" Li Xiao tasted it and couldn't help admiring it.

In the afternoon, they strolled through the ancient streets and alleys of the village, and every household exudes a strong atmosphere of life.The sycamore trees beside the road are covered with air-dried peppers, and the sundry grains are drying on the balconies, revealing the tranquility and leisure of the countryside everywhere.

In an old teahouse, they tasted local specialty tea, sat in front of the window, and watched the snowflakes falling outside through the window, as if time had frozen in this moment.

In a day in this dreamy ancient village, Li Xiao and his friends seemed to have traveled through time and space, and felt the charm of ancient culture in person.They not only admired the ancient buildings and handicrafts, but also tasted the authentic food, and the communication with the villagers made them full of deep emotions for this place.

When night fell, they sat on the top of the village, and the starry sky in the distance and the lights of the village complement each other, just like a fairyland.Li Xiao and his friends embraced each other, silently admiring this beautiful and unforgettable scene.

The journey during this period not only allowed them to appreciate the customs and beauty of different places, but also deepened their friendship.Li Xiao is full of emotions, and her heart is full of expectations for the future journey. Every departure is a new adventure, a new opportunity, allowing her to discover more beautiful stories and interesting things in different places.

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As time went by, Li Xiao and her friends continued their journey and came to a unique seaside town, which is famous for its delicious seafood and romantic sea views.

When they set foot on the beach, the blue water and the golden sand complement each other, and the breeze blows with a salty breath.The friends happily took off their shoes and walked on the beach, admiring the surging waves and the frolicking seagulls.

"It's so beautiful, the beach here is even more beautiful than I imagined!" Li Xiao sighed.

They walked on the beach, collected shells, took beautiful photos of the seascape, and enjoyed the embrace of the sea breeze.In the evening, as the sun sets, pieces of golden ripples appear on the sea, as beautiful as a painting.

The next day, they went to the famous local seafood market, which was filled with all kinds of seafood, including fresh shrimps, crabs, shellfish, and various fishes.The friends picked some local seafood and decided to cook a seafood feast by themselves at the homestay.

Back at the homestay, they worked together in the kitchen, cleaning and cutting seafood, and preparing various seasonings.The oil in the pot is heated up, and the aroma of seafood begins to permeate, making people salivate.

"This steamed shrimp with garlic looks really delicious!" Li Xiao excitedly brought the steamed shrimp to the table.

The friends sat around and shared the seafood they cooked. The delicious dishes made their taste buds very satisfied.At the same time, they also chatted with the owner of the homestay about the history and culture of the town, and learned more interesting stories.

As night fell, they went to the beach, lit a bonfire, and sat together.The starry sky is bright, and the sound of the waves is gently rippling in the ears.While tasting the fine wine, the friends shared their feelings and experiences with each other. Gradually, laughter and singing rippled in the night sky.

During their time in this seaside town, Li Xiao and his friends not only appreciated the vastness and beauty of the sea, but also tasted authentic seafood delicacies, and felt the tranquility and romance of the seaside.Their friendship has been further sublimated in this blue sea, and every journey is like an unforgettable memory, engraved in their hearts forever.

As each adventure journey ends, the journey of Li Xiao and his friends does not end, but continues to extend, continuing with every new starting point.Every trip is a new departure, a new discovery, and a new experience.They believe that this journey is just a small fragment of countless wonderful stories in their lives, and more adventures and beauty are waiting for them to explore.

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In the next journey, Li Xiao and his friends came to a place known as a "natural miracle" - Fantasy Canyon.

They traveled in small boats between narrow and steep canyons, with towering rock walls rising up on both sides like magnificent barriers.There are clear streams flowing in the canyon, and the streams converge into waterfalls between the rock walls, and the splashing water sparkles colorfully under the sunlight.

"The scenery here is so spectacular, it seems to have entered another world!" Li Xiao said excitedly.

As the ship moved forward slowly, they came to a mysterious cave. The light in the cave was dim, and the air was filled with a faint smell of moisture.There are strange stalagmites and stalactites in the cave, like a quiet underground palace.

"This place is really mysterious and beautiful, as if you are in a fairy tale world." Friends praised it one after another.

Out of the cave, they came to a viewing platform overlooking the magnificent scenery of the entire canyon.The layers of mountains, green trees and streams in the canyon complement each other, like a beautiful picture.The afterglow of the setting sun reflected on the canyon, and the whole scenery seemed to be coated with a layer of golden halo.

Back at their residence, they communicated with local residents and learned about the legends and history of Fantasy Canyon.Under the narration of an elder, they learned stories about the fantastic creatures and mysterious events in the canyon, which aroused their deeper curiosity about this place.

For dinner, they tasted local specialties. The dishes are mainly made of local game and fresh agricultural products, with rich seasoning and unique taste.

"This 'fantasy wild game stew' really has a special flavor, and you can feel a different taste in every bite." Li Xiao praised.

After nightfall, they returned to Fantasy Canyon again and participated in an open-air bonfire party.The bonfire is blazing, and people sitting around the bonfire share stories while tasting fine wine and food.The starry sky was shining, the night wind was blowing, accompanied by the laughter of friends and the music of the guitar, this night became warm and unforgettable.

With the end of the fantasy canyon trip, Li Xiao and his friends were full of emotion and satisfaction.This journey not only allowed them to appreciate the magnificence and mystery of nature, but also communicated with local people and learned more about culture and stories.Every trip is a spiritual baptism, which broadens their horizons and fills them with more curiosity and enthusiasm for the world.

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They understand that travel is not only about exploring beautiful scenery, but also about meeting different people, stories and customs.Each experience is a page in a book, and they are trying to open this book of adventure full of miracles and continue to write their own stories. (end of this chapter)