Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1606

They first came to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. As soon as they entered the park, it was as if they had walked into a fantasy world. There were many strange peaks in various shapes, some of which were like swords piercing the sky, some were like giants standing tall, and some were like fairies dancing.

"Wow, look at that mountain, does it look like a huge sword?" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a mountain in the distance.

"It really looks like it! The creativity of nature is truly amazing." said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the mountain path, breathing the fresh air and feeling the charm of nature. From time to time, birds sang on the branches, as if welcoming their arrival.

"The air here is so good. I feel refreshed." Huang Pengfei said after taking a deep breath.

"Well, there is no city pollution here, only the purity of nature." Li Xiao said.

They came to the Golden Whip Stream. The water was clear and gurgling. There were green trees and lush flowers and grass by the stream. They strolled along the stream and admired the beautiful scenery.

"This Golden Whip Stream is so beautiful, like a green ribbon wrapped around the mountains," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, the scenery here makes people happy." Li Xiao said.

As they walked, they saw a group of monkeys playing by the stream. The monkeys were lively and cute, some jumping around on the trees, some drinking water by the stream, and some playing with each other.

"Wow, these monkeys are so cute!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

"Be careful, don't get too close. Monkeys sometimes steal things." Li Xiao reminded.

They continued walking forward and arrived at Yuanjiajie, where the scenery was even more spectacular, with famous attractions such as the Qiankun Pillar and the No. 1 Bridge in the World.

"Look, that's the Qiankun Pillar, it's really tall!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a mountain in the distance.

"Yes, it is said that this Pillar of Heaven and Earth is the filming location of the movie "Avatar." Li Xiao said.

They stood on the observation deck, overlooking the beautiful scenery below, and were overwhelmed by the greatness of nature.

"The scenery is so beautiful, and I feel so small," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, we are indeed very small in front of nature," said Li Xiao.

After visiting the scenic area, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry, so they came to a local restaurant to taste the food of Zhangjiajie.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our three-pot, Tujia bacon, and mixed dishes are all very good, and are all local specialties."

"Okay, then give me one each." Li Xiao said.

Soon, all the dishes were served. The three-pot dish was delicious, with bacon, tofu, radish and other ingredients, and a strong flavor. The Tujia bacon was fat but not greasy, and the aroma was fragrant. The mixed dish was made by stir-frying a variety of vegetables and was rich in nutrition.

"Wow, this tastes so good." Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

"It's really delicious. The food in Zhangjiajie is very unique." Li Xiao also nodded and praised.

After dinner, they went to watch a folk performance. The performance venue was full of spectators, and on the stage, actors dressed in ethnic costumes performed Tujia people's waving dance, Maogus dance and other programs.

"This performance is really wonderful. It allows us to feel the cultural charm of the Tujia people," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, these folk performances are very unique and give us a deeper understanding of the local culture," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to the local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including Zhangjiajie Pueraria powder, Tujia berry tea, Zhangjiajie bacon, etc.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think we can buy some Pueraria powder and bring it back for mom to try," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy Pueraria powder." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked some Pueraria powder, paid the money, and prepared to leave Zhangjiajie and head to the next attraction.

"Zhangjiajie is so beautiful and unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, the scenery, food and folk performances here have left a deep impression on us. Where should we go to next?" Li Xiao said.

"Why don't we go to Chengdu? I heard there are a lot of delicious food there," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, then let's go to Chengdu." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Chengdu, a city full of fireworks, with great expectations. As soon as they got off the train, they were infected by the lively atmosphere of Chengdu.

"Old Li, people say Chengdu is a city where you don't want to leave once you arrive. Now I think I understand that a little bit." Huang Pengfei said excitedly as he looked at the bustling crowd.

Li Xiao smiled and responded: "Haha, then we have to experience it carefully. Let's go to the scenic spots first."

They first came to Wuhou Temple, which is a temple dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the Prime Minister of Shu during the Three Kingdoms period. It is full of towering ancient trees and magnificent buildings. They strolled in the temple, feeling the weight of history.

"Look, this statue of Zhuge Liang is so majestic." Huang Pengfei said, pointing at the statue of Zhuge Liang.

"Yes, Zhuge Liang devoted his entire life to the cause and died for it. It is really admirable." Li Xiao said with emotion.

While visiting and listening to the guide's explanation, they gained a deeper understanding of the history of the Three Kingdoms.

After leaving Wuhou Temple, they came to Jinli Ancient Street. The ancient street was bustling with people coming and going. There were antique buildings on both sides of the street, and the shops were filled with a variety of special products.

"Wow, this place is so charming." Huang Pengfei exclaimed as he looked at the scenery of the ancient street.

"Well, Jinli Ancient Street has preserved many traditional buildings and cultures and is very distinctive," said Li Xiao.

They walked around the ancient street and tasted various Chengdu snacks, including Long Chao Shou, Zhong Dumplings, Dan Dan Noodles, etc. They were full of praise for each snack.

"This long wonton tastes really good, and the soup is fresh and delicious." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

"Zhong dumplings are also delicious, with a sweet and spicy flavor, very unique." Li Xiao said.

After visiting Jinli Ancient Street, they went to Kuanzhai Alley, which consists of Kuanxiang, Zhaixiang and Jingxiang, and has both traditional western Sichuan dwellings and modern fashion shops.

"Look, the styles of this wide alley and the narrow alley are different," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, wide alleys are more grand, and narrow alleys are more exquisite." Li Xiao said.

They strolled in Kuanzhai Alley, feeling the leisurely life in Chengdu. From time to time, melodious music from the teahouse made people feel relaxed.

After visiting the scenic spots, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry again. They came to a hot pot restaurant to taste the most famous food in Chengdu - hot pot.

"Boss, give me a spicy hot pot." Huang Pengfei said. "Okay, it'll be right there." The boss responded enthusiastically.

Soon, the hot pot was served. The red pot bottom exuded an alluring aroma. They put various ingredients into the pot, waiting for the birth of delicious food.

"Wow, this hotpot looks so delicious." Huang Pengfei said impatiently.

"Haha, Chengdu hotpot is very famous. We must try it today." Li Xiao said.

After the hot pot was cooked, they began to eat with relish. The spicy taste stimulated their taste buds and made them exclaim that it was very addictive.

"This hotpot is so delicious and spicy." Huang Pengfei said while eating.

"Yes, Chengdu's food is indeed as famous as it is said to be." Li Xiao said.

After eating hot pot, they went to watch a Sichuan opera performance. The performance venue was packed with people. On the stage, actors dressed in gorgeous costumes performed wonderful Sichuan opera programs. They were amazed by the stunts such as face changing and fire breathing.

"This Sichuan opera performance is really wonderful and amazing," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, these skills are truly amazing." said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including Pixian bean paste, Shu embroidery, and hot pot base.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think I can buy some hot pot base and go back to let my family taste the flavor of Chengdu," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy some hot pot base." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked some hot pot base, paid the bill, and prepared to leave Chengdu and head to the next attraction.

"Chengdu is really great. The food, scenery and culture are all unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, Chengdu is indeed a very charming city. Where should we go to next?" Li Xiao said.

"Why don't we go to Xi'an? I heard there are many historical sites there," said Huang Pengfei.

"Okay, then let's go to Xi'an." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out from Chengdu and traveled all the way to finally arrive at Xi'an, an ancient capital with a long history. As soon as they set foot on this land, they felt as if they had traveled back to ancient times.

"Old Li, Xi'an is the ancient capital of 13 dynasties. There must be many interesting places." Huang Pengfei said excitedly.

Li Xiao nodded: "That's right, let's go see those famous historical sites first."

They first came to the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum. When they entered the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, they were shocked by the magnificent scene. Thousands of lifelike terracotta warriors seemed to be telling the glory of the Qin Dynasty.

"Wow, this is so spectacular! Look at these terracotta warriors, each one is so exquisite." Huang Pengfei widened his eyes and exclaimed.

"Yes, this is one of the wonders of the world. It is hard to imagine how the ancients created such a great work." Li Xiao said with emotion.

They walked slowly in the museum, carefully admiring each pottery figurine. Some of them looked serious, some were smiling, and some were holding weapons, as if ready to fight at any time.

"How do you think these terracotta warriors were made back then?" Huang Pengfei asked curiously.

"It is said that these terracotta figurines are all made of fired clay, and each of them has different facial expressions and movements, which requires very high skills," Li Xiao replied.

After leaving the Terracotta Warriors, they came to the ancient city wall. The ancient city wall of Xi'an is one of the largest and best preserved ancient city walls in China. They climbed up the wall and overlooked the entire city of Xi'an.

"Wow, this city wall is so high! Look at the streets below, so busy and bustling with traffic." Huang Pengfei said.

"Well, standing on the city wall, I feel like I'm an ancient general guarding this city," said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the city wall, feeling the vicissitudes of history. Every brick on the city wall seemed to be telling a story, which made people have endless aftertaste.

After visiting the ancient city wall, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei were hungry, so they came to a local restaurant to taste the food of Xi'an.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our roujiamo, mutton soup bun, and liangpi here are all very good, and they are all local specialties."

"Okay, then give me one each." Li Xiao said.

Soon, all the dishes were served. Roujiamo was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with juicy and delicious meat filling. Mutton Pao Mo was fragrant, with tender and delicious mutton. Liangpi was sour, spicy and smooth, very appetizing.

"Wow, this tastes so good." Huang Pengfei exclaimed while eating.

"It's really delicious. Xi'an's cuisine is really unique." Li Xiao also nodded and praised.

After dinner, they watched a Tang Dynasty song and dance performance. The venue was brightly lit, and the actors were dressed in gorgeous Tang costumes and performed wonderful songs and dances.

"This performance is really wonderful. It allows us to feel the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, these singing and dancing performances are very unique and give us a deeper understanding of the culture of the Tang Dynasty," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to the local specialty store, which was filled with a variety of specialties, including terracotta warriors and horses models, shadow puppets, and jujubes.

"Old Li, what local specialties do you think we should buy back?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think I can buy some Terracotta Warriors models and give them to my friends so that they can also experience the history and culture of Xi'an," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, then let's buy the Terracotta Warriors model." Huang Pengfei said.

They picked out some Terracotta Warriors models, paid the money, and prepared to leave Xi'an and head to the next attraction.

"Xi'an is so charming. Its historical sites, food and culture are all unforgettable," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, Xi'an is indeed a city worth visiting again and again. Where should we go to next?" Li Xiao said.

"Why don't we go to Hangzhou? I heard the scenery there is beautiful." Huang Pengfei said.

"Okay, then let's go to Hangzhou." Li Xiao said.

Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei set out from Xi'an and headed south, finally arriving in Hangzhou, known as the "paradise on earth". As soon as they arrived in Hangzhou, they were attracted by the beauty and tranquility of the city.

"Old Li, they say there is heaven above and Suzhou and Hangzhou below. Hangzhou really lives up to its reputation." Huang Pengfei said excitedly as he looked at the picturesque scenery in front of him.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, the beauty of Hangzhou is delicate and gentle, which makes people fall in love with it unconsciously. Let's go to the West Lake first."

They came to the West Lake, where the water was rippling and willows were swaying on the shore. The mountains in the distance were looming in the clouds, like a beautiful landscape painting.