Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

"The food in Guilin is really great!" Huang Pengfei said, touching his stomach.

In the evening, they watched a wonderful folk performance, "Impression of Liu Sanjie". The performance was set against the backdrop of the Li River and displayed the beauty of Guilin's landscape and ethnic culture through lighting, music and dance.

"Old Li, this performance is so shocking! It makes people feel like they are in a fairyland." Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

"Yes, this performance gave us a deeper understanding of Guilin's culture and customs," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a specialty store, which was filled with various Guilin specialties, such as Guilin Sanhua Liquor, Lipu Taro, and Monk Fruit.

"Lao Li, let's buy some local specialties and bring them back as gifts for our family and friends," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, Guilin Sanhua Liquor is very famous. You can buy some and give it to friends who like to drink." Li Xiao said.

The two picked some specialties and returned to the hotel satisfied.

"Lao Li, today has been a really fulfilling day. I am deeply impressed by the beautiful scenery of the Li River, the delicious food and the wonderful folk performances," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei took a flight from Guilin and arrived in Sanya, a city full of tropical atmosphere, after a few hours of flight. As soon as they walked out of the airport, a wave of heat hit them in the face, and the sun shone on them, making them feel the strong seaside atmosphere.

"Lao Li, it's so hot in Sanya! But I feel so energetic." Huang Pengfei said excitedly while wiping the sweat off his face.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Sanya is a resort with beautiful beaches and warm climate."

The two took a taxi to the hotel they booked, and after dropping off their luggage, they could not wait to run to the beach. When they stepped onto the beach, the soft sand flowed between their toes, and in front of them was the endless sea, the blue water sparkling in the sun.

"Wow, the sea is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei opened his arms and felt the sea breeze.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the beautiful scenery. He said: "The sea in Sanya is really intoxicating. Every scene here is like a painting."

They strolled along the beach, admiring the sea view. Not far away, some tourists were playing beach volleyball, and their laughter echoed in the air.

"Old Li, let's go and have some fun too." Huang Pengfei suggested.

"Okay." Li Xiao agreed readily.

They joined the beach volleyball team and had fun with other tourists. During the fierce competition, they made some new friends and everyone enjoyed this wonderful time together.

After playing for a long time, the two sat on the beach to rest. Huang Pengfei looked at the sea and said with emotion: "Sanya is such a good place. It makes people feel better."

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the scenery and atmosphere here are very relaxing. Let's go try Sanya's food later."

They came to a seafood restaurant and ordered a variety of fresh seafood. Crabs, shrimps, shellfish, etc. filled the table, making people salivate.

"Old Li, this seafood looks so tempting!" Huang Pengfei couldn't wait to pick up a crab.

"Sanya's seafood is very famous and tastes very delicious," said Li Xiao.

They began to taste the seafood, the tender shrimps and plump crabs, every bite was satisfying.

"The food in Sanya is really great!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he ate.

After dinner, they watched a folk performance with Sanya characteristics. In the performance, the actors wore traditional costumes of the Li and Miao ethnic groups and displayed unique songs, dances and folk customs.

"Lao Li, this performance is really wonderful! It gave me a deeper understanding of Sanya's culture." Huang Pengfei said.

"Yes, these folk performances allow us to feel the charm of different nationalities," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a specialty store filled with various Sanya specialties, such as coconut candy, pearl jewelry, tropical fruits, etc.

"Lao Li, let's buy some local specialties and bring them back as gifts for our family and friends," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, coconut candy is very special, you can buy some to take back." Li Xiao said.

The two picked some specialties and returned to the hotel satisfied.

"Lao Li, today has been a very fulfilling day. Sanya's beaches, food and folk performances are all unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei took a flight from Sanya and arrived at the mysterious Zhangjiajie after some twists and turns. As soon as they got off the plane, they were attracted by the unique landscape of Zhangjiajie.

"Old Li, this Zhangjiajie looks special!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly as he looked at the mountains with strange peaks in the distance.

Li Xiao nodded, his eyes gleaming with anticipation: "Zhangjiajie is famous for its strange peaks and rocks. The scenery here will definitely open our eyes."

The two took a bus to a hotel near Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. After dropping off their luggage, they couldn't wait to head to the park. As soon as they entered the park, they were shocked by the beautiful scenery in front of them. Huge stone pillars rose from the ground and reached the sky. The mountains were shrouded in clouds and mist, like a fairyland.

"Wow, this is so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei widened his eyes and opened his mouth.

Li Xiao was also impressed by the grand scene. He said slowly: "Zhangjiajie has a unique landform. These strange peaks and rocks are masterpieces of nature."

They strolled along the mountain path, admiring the beautiful scenery around them. Each peak had a different shape and posture, some like swords, some like fairies, and some like animals, which was amazing.

"Old Li, does that mountain look like an eagle?" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a mountain in the distance.

Li Xiao looked in the direction he pointed and replied with a smile: "It really looks like it. The mountains in Zhangjiajie are really bizarre."

As they walked, they arrived at Yuanjiajie. This is one of the core scenic spots in Zhangjiajie. The famous movie "Avatar" was filmed here. Standing on the observation deck, the scenery in front of you makes you feel like you are on the planet Pandora.

"Old Li, this place is so beautiful! I feel like I'm in a movie." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also intoxicated by the beautiful scenery. He said: "The scenery of Yuanjiajie is really spectacular. It makes people feel the magic of nature."

After visiting Yuanjiajie, they both felt hungry. They decided to try the food in Zhangjiajie. They came to a local restaurant and ordered special dishes such as Sanxiaguo and Tujia bacon.

"Old Li, this three-pot dish looks so appetizing!" Huang Pengfei looked at the steaming three-pot dish and couldn't wait to have a taste.

"Zhangjiajie's cuisine is famous for its unique flavor. Let's enjoy it," said Li Xiao.

After the dishes were served, they devoured them with relish. The three-pot stew had a rich flavor, and the Tujia bacon was fat but not greasy, and tasted very delicious.

"The food in Zhangjiajie is really great!" Huang Pengfei praised as he ate. After dinner, they went to watch a Tujia folk performance. In the performance, the actors wore traditional costumes and displayed Tujia songs, dances, folk customs and traditional skills. The wonderful performance won rounds of applause from the audience.

"Lao Li, this performance is so wonderful! It gave me a deeper understanding of Tujia culture." Huang Pengfei said.

"Yes, these folk performances are a good way to understand local culture," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a specialty store filled with various Zhangjiajie specialties, such as kudzu root powder, eucommia tea, and Tujia brocade.

"Lao Li, let's buy some local specialties and bring them back as gifts for our family and friends," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, Pueraria powder is very nutritious, you can buy some to take back." Li Xiao said.

The two picked some specialties and returned to the hotel satisfied.

"Lao Li, today has been a really fulfilling day. I am deeply impressed by the beautiful scenery, delicious food and folk performances of Zhangjiajie," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei took the high-speed train from Zhangjiajie and traveled all the way to Nanjing, an ancient capital with a long history. As soon as they walked out of the train station, they were surrounded by the heavy historical atmosphere of Nanjing.

"Old Li, Nanjing seems to have such a rich heritage!" Huang Pengfei said with emotion as he looked at the ancient buildings and bustling crowds around him.

Li Xiao nodded, his eyes full of anticipation: "Nanjing is the ancient capital of six dynasties, with rich historical and cultural heritage. We must experience it this time."

The two carried their luggage and took the subway to the hotel they booked. After putting down their luggage, they couldn't wait to go to the Confucius Temple, a landmark attraction in Nanjing.

Confucius Temple is ancient and has a unique architectural style. There are many shops on both sides of the street, filled with various special products. People come and go, and it is very lively.

"Wow, this Confucius Temple is so lively!" Huang Pengfei looked around excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "Confucius Temple is one of the most representative attractions in Nanjing. It not only has a long history, but also has rich cultural connotations."

They strolled along the streets of Confucius Temple, admiring the exquisite ancient buildings and occasionally walked into some small shops to look at the special handicrafts.

"Old Li, look at this Yuhua stone, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei picked up a piece of Yuhua stone and couldn't let it go.

"Yuhua Stone is one of Nanjing's specialties and is very distinctive. If we find something suitable, we can buy some and take them back as gifts," said Li Xiao.

After walking for a while, they came to the Qinhuai River. The river was sparkling, and the ancient buildings on both sides looked particularly beautiful under the lights.

"Old Li, the Qinhuai River is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei said intoxicatedly as he looked at the Qinhuai River.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the beautiful scenery. He said: "Qinhuai River is the mother river of Nanjing. It carries the history and culture of Nanjing."

They took a cruise ship and sailed slowly on the Qinhuai River, admiring the beautiful scenery on both sides of the river and listening to the tour guide's explanation of the historical stories of the Qinhuai River, as if they had traveled back to ancient times.

After coming down from the Qinhuai River, the two were a little hungry. They decided to try some Nanjing delicacies. They came to a time-honored restaurant and ordered special dishes such as salted duck and duck blood vermicelli soup.

"Old Li, this salted duck looks so tempting!" Huang Pengfei looked at the golden salted duck and couldn't wait to have a taste.

"Nanjing's salted duck is very famous and tastes very delicious," said Li Xiao.

After the dishes were served, they devoured them with relish. The salted duck was tender and the duck blood vermicelli soup was rich in flavor, and every bite was satisfying.

"The food in Nanjing is really great!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he ate.

After dinner, they watched a folk performance. In the performance, the actors wore traditional costumes and displayed Nanjing's folk culture and traditional skills. The wonderful performance won rounds of applause from the audience.

"Lao Li, this performance is amazing! It gave me a deeper understanding of Nanjing's culture," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, these folk performances are a good way to understand local culture," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a specialty store, which was filled with various Nanjing specialties, such as Yuhua tea, Jinling folding fans, and Yunjin.

"Lao Li, let's buy some local specialties and bring them back as gifts for our family and friends," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, Yuhua tea is very famous. You can buy some and give it to friends who like to drink tea." Li Xiao said.

The two picked some specialties and returned to the hotel satisfied.

"Lao Li, today has been a really fulfilling day. I am deeply impressed by the beautiful scenery, delicious food and folk performances of Confucius Temple," said Huang Pengfei.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei took the high-speed train from Nanjing and arrived at the beautiful coastal city of Qingdao. As soon as they walked out of the train station, they were attracted by the fresh air and charming sea view of Qingdao.

"Old Li, Qingdao looks really nice!" Huang Pengfei took a deep breath and said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Qingdao is a charming city with beautiful beaches, European-style buildings and delicious seafood."

The two dragged their luggage to the hotel they booked. After putting down their luggage, they couldn't wait to run to the beach. When they stepped onto the beach, the soft sand flowed between their toes, and in front of them was the endless sea, the blue water sparkling in the sun.

"Wow, the sea is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei opened his arms and felt the sea breeze.

Li Xiao was also intoxicated by the beautiful scenery. He said: "The sea in Qingdao is really intoxicating. Every scene here is like a painting."

They walked along the coastline and admired the sea view. Not far away, some people were sunbathing and playing with sand on the beach, while others were swimming and surfing in the sea.

"Old Li, let's go down and swim for a while." Huang Pengfei suggested.

"Okay." Li Xiao agreed readily.

They changed into their swimsuits and jumped into the sea, feeling the coolness of the water. After swimming in the sea for a while, they came to the beach and lay on the beach chairs to bask in the sun.

After playing for a long time, the two decided to taste the food in Qingdao. They went to a seafood restaurant and ordered crabs, shrimps, shellfish and other seafood.

"Old Li, this seafood looks so tempting!" Huang Pengfei's mouth was watering as he looked at the table full of seafood.

"The seafood in Qingdao is very fresh and tastes very delicious," said Li Xiao.

They began to taste the seafood, fresh shrimp meat, plump crabs, every bite was satisfying. (End of this chapter)