Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1594

They found a special inn near Lijiang Ancient Town to stay in. The inn was antique and full of ethnic customs. After putting down their luggage, the two immediately went to Lijiang Ancient Town.

Walking into the ancient city, you will see winding bluestone roads lined with ancient wooden buildings. There are many shops selling special handicrafts, ethnic costumes, and various snack stalls.

"Wow, this ancient city is so charming!" Huang Pengfei looked around, his eyes full of surprise.

Li Xiao was also infected by the atmosphere of the ancient city: "Yes, Lijiang Ancient City has a unique charm. Let's go and try the food in Lijiang."

They came to a snack bar and ordered a serving of Lijiang Baba, a serving of chickpea jelly and a serving of cured pork ribs. The Lijiang Baba was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant aroma; the chickpea jelly had a smooth texture, sour and spicy; and the cured pork ribs had a rich flavor and firm meat.

"The food in Lijiang is really good!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very distinctive."

After eating snacks, they strolled in the ancient city. There are many clear streams in the ancient city, and the gurgling streams add a lively beauty to the ancient city.

"Old Li, look at this stream, it's so clear!" Huang Pengfei squatted by the stream, gently stirring the water with his hands.

Li Xiao smiled and said: "The water in Lijiang is very spiritual, which is also a major feature of the ancient city."

They came to Sifang Street, the center of the ancient city, which was very lively. Many people were dancing and singing in the square, and some folk artists were performing.

"This Sifang Street is so lively!" Huang Pengfei looked at the crowd around him excitedly.

Li Xiao was also infected by the joyful atmosphere: "Yes, this place is full of the breath of life."

After visiting the ancient city, they decided to visit Yulong Snow Mountain. They took the cable car to the mountain and were amazed by the scenery. The snow-capped peaks sparkled in the sun, surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland.

"Wow, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaim loudly.

Li Xiao was also shocked by the spectacular scenery: "Yes, the wonders of nature are truly amazing."

After coming down from Yulong Snow Mountain, they heard that there was a Naxi folk performance in the evening, so they decided to go and see it. The performance was held in an ancient courtyard, and the Naxi people wore traditional costumes and performed songs, dances, and musical instruments.

"This performance is amazing!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the culture of the Naxi people: "Yes, the folk culture of the Naxi people is very unique."

After the performance, they went to the Lijiang night market and bought some local specialties, such as Dongba paper and Naxi handicrafts.

"Lao Li, this trip to Lijiang was really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, Lijiang's ancient city, snow-capped mountains, and folk culture are all unforgettable. Now we should go to the next place."

Starting from Lijiang, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei headed eastward and arrived at Zhangjiajie, a place with strange peaks and rocks.

As soon as they got off the train, they were surrounded by the unique landscape of Zhangjiajie.

"Old Li, I feel that Zhangjiajie is different from the places we have been to before." Huang Pengfei said, looking at the mountains looming in the distance.

Li Xiao nodded: "Yes, Zhangjiajie is famous for its strange peaks and rocks. It will definitely give us a different experience. Let's go to the hotel and put down our luggage first."

They found a hotel near the Zhangjiajie scenic area and stayed there. After a short rest, the two couldn't wait to go to Zhangjiajie National Forest 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, and clouds and mist swirled among the mountains, as if they were in a fairyland.

"Wow, this is so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei opened his mouth wide.

Li Xiao was also attracted by this wonder: "It's really the work of nature. Let's go take the cable car and enjoy this beautiful scenery from the air."

They took the cable car and slowly ascended. Looking down from the air, the scenery of Zhangjiajie was even more amazing. The peaks were in various shapes, some like swords, some like fairies, and some like animals, which made people imagine a lot.

"Old Li, does that mountain look like a person looking up at the sky?" Huang Pengfei said excitedly, pointing at a mountain.

Li Xiao looked in the direction of his finger: "It really looks like it. Nature's creativity is truly endless."

After getting off the cable car, they strolled along the mountain path, which was lined with lush trees and various exotic flowers and plants, and occasionally some cute little animals.

"The ecological environment here is really good," Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Yes, Zhangjiajie not only has beautiful scenery, but also rich ecological resources."

As they walked, they came to a viewing platform. From here, they could see one of Zhangjiajie's most famous attractions, Yuanjiajie. The mountains in Yuanjiajie were majestic and magnificent, with clouds and mist floating in the mountains, just like an ink painting.

"The scenery is so beautiful, I don't know what words to use to describe it." Huang Pengfei said intoxicatedly.

Li Xiao was also moved by the beautiful scenery in front of him: "Indeed, the scenery here is breathtaking."

After a day of shopping, the two were hungry. They decided to try the special food of Zhangjiajie. On the recommendation of the locals, they came to a restaurant and ordered a three-pot, a Tujia bacon and a kudzu root powder. The three-pot has a strong flavor and rich ingredients; the Tujia bacon is fat but not greasy and full of fragrance; the kudzu root powder has a smooth taste and rich nutrition.

"The food in Zhangjiajie is really good!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very distinctive."

After dinner, they heard that there would be a Tujia folk performance in the evening, so they decided to go and see it. The performance was held in an open-air theater, where the Tujia people wore traditional costumes and performed songs, dances, acrobatics and other programs.

"This performance is amazing!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the culture of the Tujia people: "Yes, the folk culture of the Tujia people is very unique."

After the performance, they went to visit the night market in Zhangjiajie and bought some local specialties, such as Zhangjiajie tea and Tujia embroidery.

"Old Li, this trip to Zhangjiajie was really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, Zhangjiajie's strange peaks and rocks, delicious food, and folk culture are all unforgettable. Now it's time for us to go to the next place." After bidding farewell to the spectacular Zhangjiajie, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei headed south to Xishuangbanna, a city full of tropical charm.

As soon as they got off the plane, a strong tropical atmosphere hit them. The warm and humid air and colorful flowers instantly made them feel the unique charm of Xishuangbanna.

"Old Li, Xishuangbanna feels so vibrant!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, the climate and scenery here are very different from the places we have been to before. Let's go to the hotel to put down the luggage, and then explore this beautiful place."

They found a hotel with ethnic characteristics in the urban area of ​​Jinghong and stayed there. After a short rest, the two of them could not wait to go to the Wild Elephant Valley.

As soon as they entered the Wild Elephant Valley, they were surrounded by dense tropical rainforests, tall trees blocking out the sun, and a variety of rare animals and plants opened their eyes.

"Wow, the ecological environment here is so good!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he walked.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the beautiful scenery here: "Yes, the tropical rain forest in Xishuangbanna is a treasure of nature. I hope we can be lucky enough to see wild elephants."

As they walked along the tour route, they could hear the calls of birds and the movement of animals from time to time. Suddenly, there was a cheer from the front. It turned out that a group of tourists saw wild elephants. Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei ran over and saw several huge wild elephants playing by the river from a distance.

"It's so spectacular! This is the first time we see wild elephants." Huang Pengfei danced with excitement.

Li Xiao was also very excited: "Yes, this is really an unforgettable experience."

After coming out of the Wild Elephant Valley, they went to Manting Park, a place full of Dai cultural characteristics, with ancient buildings, beautiful gardens and wonderful performances.

"Old Li, look at these buildings, they are so unique!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the magnificent Dai buildings.

Li Xiao nodded in agreement: "Well, the Dai people's architectural style is unique and very beautiful. Let's go and watch the show."

They came to the performance venue and watched a wonderful Dai song and dance performance. The actors were dressed in gorgeous costumes, dancing gracefully and singing melodiously.

"This performance is so wonderful!" Huang Pengfei was intoxicated by it.

Li Xiao was also moved by the cultural charm of the Dai people: "Yes, the Dai songs and dances are very contagious."

After watching the show, they decided to try the special food of Xishuangbanna. In a Dai restaurant, they ordered a lemongrass grilled fish, a Dai pilaf and a pineapple purple rice. The lemongrass grilled fish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a fragrant aroma; the Dai pilaf was delicious and appetizing; the pineapple purple rice was sweet but not greasy, with a soft and sticky texture.

"The food in Xishuangbanna is really good!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very distinctive."

After dinner, they went to the night market in Xishuangbanna. The night market was very lively, with a wide variety of special products. They bought some Dai handicrafts and tropical fruits.

"Lao Li, this trip to Xishuangbanna was really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, the tropical rainforest, ethnic culture and food in Xishuangbanna are all unforgettable. Now it's time for us to go to the next place."

After leaving the tropical Xishuangbanna, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei headed north and arrived in Suzhou, which is known as the "paradise on earth".

As soon as they got off the train, they were attracted by the gentle temperament of Suzhou. The ancient buildings, quiet streets and flowing rivers exuded a kind of classical beauty everywhere.

"Old Li, Suzhou feels so charming." Huang Pengfei said as he looked at the surrounding scenery.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, Suzhou is a city with a long history and profound cultural heritage. Let's go to the hotel to put down the luggage, and then go to visit those famous gardens."

They found a hotel near the Humble Administrator's Garden in downtown SZ and stayed there. After a short rest, they couldn't wait to go to the Humble Administrator's Garden.

As soon as they entered the Humble Administrator's Garden, they felt as if they had walked into a beautiful painting. Pavilions, terraces, waterside pavilions and corridors, rockery and strange rocks, flowers, plants and trees, every scene was intoxicating.

"Wow, this Humble Administrator's Garden is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but exclaimed.

Li Xiao was also shocked by the beauty of the garden: "Yes, the Humble Administrator's Garden is one of the representatives of Chinese classical gardens. It is exquisitely designed, rationally laid out, and full of poetry."

They strolled along the paths in the garden, admiring the beautiful scenery. They sat down in a pavilion and quietly felt the tranquility and elegance of the place.

"Old Li, how could the ancients build such a beautiful garden?" Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

Li Xiao replied: "The ancients had extremely high aesthetics and wisdom. Through ingenious design and layout, they perfectly combined natural landscapes with artificial buildings to create these amazing gardens."

After leaving the Humble Administrator's Garden, they went to Tiger Hill, one of Suzhou's iconic attractions, with a long history and rich cultural connotations.

"Old Li, look at this Tiger Hill Pagoda, it's so spectacular!" Huang Pengfei said as he looked up at the Tiger Hill Pagoda.

Li Xiao was also attracted by the ancient tower: "Yes, Tiger Hill Tower is one of the masterpieces of ancient Chinese architecture. It has witnessed the historical changes of Suzhou."

They strolled on Tiger Hill, enjoying the beautiful scenery. There are many ancient temples and stone carvings on the hill, which made people feel the profound cultural heritage of Suzhou.

After a day of shopping, the two were hungry. They decided to try Suzhou's specialties. In a Suzhou restaurant, they ordered a squirrel mandarin fish, a Yangcheng hairy crab, and a Suzhou cake. The squirrel mandarin fish was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet and sour; the Yangcheng hairy crab had delicious meat and full crab roe; the Suzhou cake was soft and glutinous, sweet but not greasy.

"The food in Suzhou is really good!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

Li Xiao also nodded in agreement: "Well, each one is very distinctive."

After dinner, they heard that there was a Suzhou Pingtan performance in the evening, so they decided to go and see it. The performance was held in an antique teahouse, and the actors were dressed in traditional costumes and sang beautiful tunes in the soft Wu dialect.

"This Suzhou Pingtan is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei was intoxicated by it.

Li Xiao was also moved by this unique art form: "Yes, Suzhou Pingtan is one of Suzhou's traditional cultures. It has a unique charm."

After the performance, they went to Suzhou's night market and bought some Suzhou specialties, such as silk and Suzhou embroidery.

"Lao Li, this trip to Suzhou was really great." Huang Pengfei said with satisfaction.

Li Xiao smiled and said, "Yes, Suzhou's gardens, food, and culture are all unforgettable. Now it's time for us to go to the next place."