Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

No.70 In three days, Li Xiao and his friends bid farewell to TY City and continued their journey to Shanxi to their next destination-Longshan Grottoes.Longshan Grottoes, located in the suburbs of TY City, is one of the famous Buddhist grottoes in China and an important cultural heritage of Shanxi.

After arriving at the Longshan Grottoes, they were infected by the solemn atmosphere of the thousand-year-old temple.The grottoes are distributed on the hillside and are carved with a large number of Buddha statues and Buddhist inscriptions.The Buddha statues in the grottoes are lifelike and breathtaking.

Xiaofang said excitedly: "The grotto art here is really spectacular, and every Buddha statue is full of mystery."

They began to explore the cave complex, visiting each cave one by one.Each grotto has different Buddha statues and murals, showing different styles and eras.The tour guide explained in detail the historical and artistic value of each grotto.

At lunch time, they ate at a farmhouse near the grotto and tasted local specialties.Farmhouses in Shanxi are famous for their traditional cooking methods and authentic taste. They tasted dumplings, crispy meat and Shanxi pasta.

Xiao Ming said: "The delicacies of these farmhouses really whet the appetite, and every dish has a taste of home."

After lunch, they continued to visit more caves, each with its own unique features.They admired the exquisite paintings on the murals and the calligraphic art of Buddhist inscriptions.

In the evening, they returned to the hotel in downtown TY and spent a peaceful night.The magnificence and stone carving art of Longshan Grottoes left a deep impression on them and added more excitement to their trip.

No.70 For four days, Li Xiao and his friends spent a fulfilling day in the Longshan Grottoes, visited the thousand-year-old Buddhist grottoes, tasted delicious food, and admired the artistic murals.The religious atmosphere and artwork in the grotto made them feel the profound connotation of Buddhist culture.They are looking forward to the new adventure tomorrow and continue to pursue the beauty of the journey.

No.70 In six days, Li Xiao and his friends arrived in DT City and couldn't wait to go to Nine Dragon Wall.Located in the center of DT, this ancient mural wall is one of the most famous murals in northern China.

Friends stood in front of the Nine Dragon Wall, admiring this magnificent work of art intently.The mural wall is tall and thick, with a length of 45 meters and a height of 8 meters. It is completely carved from glazed bricks.Nine lifelike dragons are carved on the mural, and each dragon has a unique look and shape.These dragons are in various poses, some are entrenched in the water, some are flying in the clouds, and some are playing in the waves.Each dragon is carved so lifelike that it seems ready to fly into the air at any time.

Xiao Ming said excitedly: "This is really unbelievable! The carving skills of these dragons are so superb that they seem to be alive."

The tour guide came to them and began to explain the history and cultural background of Nine Dragon Wall.He told them that the Nine Dragon Wall was built in the Ming Dynasty to commemorate the emperor at that time.The dragon is an auspicious symbol in Chinese culture, a symbol of imperial power and power.

They continued to admire the mural wall and noticed that each dragon had a different look in its eyes, some mysterious, some majestic, some gentle.These details show the superb skills of the engraver.

Xiaofang said: "Every dragon has its own personality, which is really amazing."

The tour guide then led them to a nearby specialty restaurant and tasted the local cuisine of Datong.They tried various local specialties such as milky soup, knife-sliced ​​noodles, and Shanxi noodles, and tasted the strong northern flavor.

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After lunch, they visited other attractions in the ancient city of Datong, including the ancient city walls, ancient streets and alleys, temples and traditional handicraft shops.The ancient city of Datong is well preserved, as if traveling back to ancient times.

In the evening, they returned to the hotel, reminiscing about the magnificence of the Nine Dragon Wall and the delicious food.This visit made them deeply feel the profoundness of ancient Chinese art and culture, and it also added more excitement to their trip.

No.70 Seven days, Li Xiao and his friends spent a fulfilling day at the Datong Nine-Dragon Wall, admiring the magnificence of the murals, tasting delicious food, and feeling the charm of the ancient city.They were deeply impressed by the grandeur and detailed carvings of the Nine Dragon Wall, and this trip became their precious memory.They are looking forward to the new adventure tomorrow and continue to pursue the beauty of the journey.

No. 70 Eight days later, Li Xiao and her friends came to a specialty restaurant near the Nine Dragon Wall in Datong to try local food.This restaurant is located in an old courtyard house and is full of traditional northern style.

They entered the restaurant and were attracted by the warm environment.The courtyard of the courtyard is full of plants with red flowers and green leaves. There is an ancient well in the atrium, and there are stone benches beside the well, which makes people feel as if they have returned to ancient times.

They sat down at a large antique round table, and the waiter greeted them warmly.The menu of the restaurant has a variety of Shanxi specialties, which are mouth-watering.

Li Xiao looked at the menu and said: "The menu here is really diverse, many of which we have never tried before."

They decided to order some local signature dishes.The first thing that came was a dish of mixed noodles. The noodles were chewy and chewy. They were paired with sauce and coriander, which was fragrant and delicious.Next was a plate of Shanxi cold dishes, which included a variety of side dishes, including spicy and sour cucumbers and peanut tofu.

Xiaofang took a sip and said with a smile, "These small dishes are really appetizing."

They also ordered a mutton stew, which is one of Shanxi's specialties.The deliciously stewed lamb paired with the rich soup is unforgettable.In addition, they also tried local noodles, including shaved noodles and dandan noodles, which are all authentic Shanxi flavors.

Xiao Ming said: "These noodles are simply amazing, delicious and not greasy at all."

The dining environment of the restaurant is very pleasant, allowing them to enjoy the delicious food while feeling the unique cultural atmosphere of Shanxi.During the pleasant meal, they shared with each other what they saw and felt during the trip, and talked about their love for Shanxi.

After the meal, they left the restaurant satisfied and happy, ready to continue their journey and explore more beautiful sights and delicacies.The gourmet journey in Shanxi continues, and every dish is an adventure for the taste buds.

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No.70 Nine days, Li Xiao and his friends left the delicious restaurant to visit a nearby flour mill.This workshop is where locals make traditional pasta and they can't wait to see how it's made and taste fresh pasta.

As soon as they entered the workshop, they were surrounded by the aroma of flour.There are all kinds of flour and pasta tools in the workshop, and a kind pastry chef is operating the dough.

The pastry chef warmly greeted them and began to introduce them to the process of making pasta.He picked up a handful of flour, skillfully added water, and started kneading the dough.The flour gradually became soft and resilient in his hands, turning into a dough.

Xiao Ming asked curiously: "Is there any difference between the flour used to make pasta and ordinary flour?"

The pastry chef explained: "We use special high-gluten flour, which has a better texture and makes the pasta more chewy. This is one of the secrets of making Shanxi pasta."

The pastry chef then showed how to roll the dough into thin sheets and then cut it into various shapes, including knife-shaped noodles, dandan noodles and knife-cut noodles.Each type of pasta has a unique production process and shape.

Xiaofang said excitedly: "This is really skillful. Watching the pastry chef roll out the dough is like making a work of art."

After the visit, they also had the opportunity to taste freshly baked noodles, hot noodles with a rich soup, which whets the appetite.They tasted different flavors of pasta, each with a unique taste of Shanxi.

Li Xiao said to the pastry chef: "Thank you for your warm introduction and delicious pasta. This is an unforgettable experience."

The pastry chef smiled and said: "Welcome to visit again. Shanxi's pasta culture has a rich history and tradition. I hope you like it."

They left the flour mill, loaded with delicious food and wonderful memories, and continued their journey.This visit not only allowed them to understand the production process of Shanxi pasta, but also deeply experienced the local customs.Shanxi’s food tour is still full of surprises and delicious food.

No. On the 80th day, Li Xiao and his friends came to a nearby handicraft store, ready to explore the unique local handicrafts.Located in the ancient city of Datong, this handicraft store is famous for its colorful Shanxi special handicrafts.

As soon as they entered the store, they were attracted by all kinds of handicrafts.There are various handicrafts such as ceramics, embroidery, paper binding, paper cutting, wood carving and so on in the store, each of which is exquisite.

Xiaofang opened her eyes wide and said excitedly: "The handicrafts here are really exquisite, and every piece is beautiful."

The owner greeted them warmly and began to introduce them to the production process and historical background of various handicrafts.They learned that Shanxi is the hometown of ceramics in China, and the ceramic craftsmanship here has a long history.The ceramic utensils in the store include vases, bowls, teapots and other styles, painted with traditional landscapes, flowers and birds, figures and other patterns in bright colors.

Xiao Ming is very interested in ceramics. He carefully observed an exquisite teapot and asked, "Are these ceramics handmade?"

The owner nodded in response: "Yes, each piece of ceramics is handmade by skilled artisans. They use traditional techniques to draw exquisite patterns on the ceramics, and then glaze and fire them to make them colorful and unique."

In addition to ceramics, craft shops carry many other wonderful items.Xiaofang chose an exquisite piece of paper-cut as a souvenir. There are exquisite window grilles and blessing characters on the paper-cut, implying good luck and happiness.

Li Xiao was attracted by an exquisite embroidery, which depicts places of interest in Shanxi, and the delicate lines and colors are breathtaking.

The tour guide smiled and said: "The handicrafts here represent the culture and history of Shanxi, and each piece has a special meaning."

The friends had a great time in the handicraft store and bought some exquisite souvenirs, hoping to bring the beauty and culture of Shanxi home.This visit not only allowed them to understand the handicraft art of Shanxi, but also felt the ingenuity and enthusiasm of local craftsmen.They gained precious cultural experience and added more colors to this trip.

No.80 One day, Li Xiao and his friends came to a nearby park, ready to enjoy a quiet time in nature.The park, named "Shanxi Ancient City Park", is located in the center of the ancient city of DT City, and is a green resort full of historical atmosphere.

As soon as they walked into the park, they felt a sense of tranquility and a pleasant atmosphere.The park has dense trees, lakes and exquisite garden landscape, which makes people feel as if they have entered a secret place.

Xiaofang said excitedly: "This park is so beautiful, with green trees and clear lake water. It's really a good place for leisure."

They walked along the path and admired the scenery in the park.There are some small boats floating on the lake, and tourists row boats on the lake, enjoying the quiet time.The pavilions and ancient buildings in the distance add a simple charm.

Li Xiao said: "The architectural style here is really unique, perfectly blending modern and ancient elements."

They came to a small bridge and stopped to watch it for a while.Fish under the bridge swim in the clear water, and dragonflies fly by the lotus pond, creating a peaceful scene.

The tour guide explained: "This park is not only a place for leisure, but also a daily leisure resort for local residents. People come here to walk, fish, chat, and feel nature."

The friends wandered in the park for several hours, enjoying the beautiful natural scenery and feeling the tranquility and historical heritage of the ancient city.This quiet time made them full and satisfied, and they also recharged their batteries for the next trip, ready to continue exploring more beautiful attractions. (end of this chapter)