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Chapter 99 Li Hongzhang Offal

"Do you usually eat Chinese food?" Bai Juyi asked.

"Eat. This is the first time for Mr. Bai to eat in the United States. There is an old saying in China that it is a great pleasure to have friends come from afar. I will be the host of this meal. Please don't be polite, Mr. Bai." Ai Yu said Bai Juyi was invited to a three-story Fenglai Inn for a banquet, and he ordered a lot of dishes.

Bai Juyi was not polite to her either, because Chen Zhengting had said that Chen Zhengting would reimburse them for their meals together.This Ai Yu is obviously spending the boss's money, but she is selling her own face, which is really unkind.But there is something to eat, Bai Juyi didn't say anything.

The two were having a good time, and the foreigner sitting next to him pointed to a dish on the table and praised: "It's delicious, this dish is very nice!"

Seeing that the foreigner was so excited, Bai Juyi glanced at it unconsciously, and saw that this dish looked simple and crude. It should be made by mixing various shredded meat and vegetables together and frying it in one go.

Ai Yu saw Bai Juyi took another look, and asked with a smile: "Mr. Bai also want to have a plate?"

"No need." Bai Juyi said with a smile, "Do you know what that dish is called?"

Ai Yu shook her head, "I don't know, but ask the waiter to find out."

Bai Juyi called the waiter over and asked, "Is that dish called Li Hongzhang's offal?"

"Yes, sir."

Ai Yu, who was still disapproving of Bai Juyi at first, couldn't help but look at him with admiration when he heard Bai Juyi's words about the name of this dish.Ai Yu chanted the name of this dish and couldn't help laughing: "Mr. Bai, why is this dish called Li Hongzhang Chop Suey such a strange name."

"Chop suey is a dialect of AH, which means chowder, and this dish is the meaning of chowder invented by Li Hongzhang." Bai Juyi explained.

Ai Yu also became interested, "There must be a story in it, it's impossible for a random person to invent a dish and name it after him."

Seeing that Ai Yu wanted to hear it, Bai Juyi casually talked about the origin of this dish: "I just read about it in a magazine, and I didn't take it seriously. It was said that in the [-]s, Li Hongzhang came to New York. Americans eat, but our Chinese food is delicious, and the guests gobble it up and clear their plates."

Bai Juyi told the story in a clear and orderly manner, and the Americans next to him also heard it.Bai Juyi rubbed his nose in embarrassment, but he had no choice but to continue: "The chefs have finished all the dishes prepared, but the guests have no intention of leaving. This is a bit difficult. Let's ask Li Hongzhang. Li Hongzhang is also I was a second-hand guy, so I confessed to the chefs like this, and after a while, the chefs brought out a pot of colorful and varied assorted dishes."

"I see, this must be Li Hongzhang's offal." Ai Yu laughed.

Bai Juyi smiled and nodded: "That's right. After the guest tasted the stewed dishes, he made a joke with Li Hongzhang. Governor, you wait until we are full to serve such delicious dishes. Are you trying to spoil us?
Li Hongzhang thought they were talking ironically, so he laughed and said that this is the habit of the Chinese people, who like to put the best things last.

Unexpectedly, the guest solemnly gave a thumbs up and asked, what is the name of such a delicious dish?
The second monk Li Hongzhang was puzzled, how could it be delicious?However, the guests were in a hurry, so Li Hongzhang said casually, this dish is called "delicious, delicious!" ’ But he couldn’t pronounce it correctly, instead he said it like ‘Hotch-potch’ in English, which means offal.So there is more of the dish 'Li Hongzhang offal' in this world. "

Ai Yu and the others gave an 'oh', that's why.

Bai Juyi continued: "The chefs in the back kitchen couldn't help laughing, because just now Li Hongzhang told them to 'stew' the leftovers in the kitchen. If you don't believe me, you can't drive them away. I didn't expect this dish to attract people. The guests were full of praise, and Li Hongzhang wanted to cry without tears.

What is even more dumbfounding is that after these guests went out after eating and drinking, they happened to catch up with the reporters and asked Li Hongzhang what delicious food to entertain them. Since then, it has become well-known abroad and has become a popular Chinese dish.It has been popular in the United States for a full 100 years. "

At this time, seeing the embarrassment on the waiter's face, Bai Juyi quickly apologized and said, "Don't mind, everyone. I'm just hearing these gossip stories, and they may not be true."

The foreigner next to him was full of praise: "The food is good food, and the story is a good story. We all like it."

After hearing Bai Juyi's story, Ai Yu also became close to him, "Mr. Bai is here for a trip, right?"

"Well, it's a little thing, the main thing is to come and have fun. At that time, I have to ask Ms. Ai Yu to be my tour guide."

"Happy to serve."

The two were having a good time, when there was a commotion upstairs.

"I'm sorry, ma'am, I mistook the person."

When Bai Juyi heard a familiar man's voice, he was very puzzled. On the other side of the ocean, there was actually someone he knew?Bai Juyi hurried upstairs, only to see a lady bluntly say to a gentleman man: "Admit your mistake and it's over? If you didn't grab me abruptly, would my bracelet be broken?"

"Ma'am, I will pay for your bracelet. I was so sorry."

"Compensation? This bracelet of mine is a treasure with collectible value. There is only this one. How can you pay for it? I don't care for a few bad money." The lady was aggressive.

The man is also a little helpless, but the bracelet has been broken and it is impossible to restore it.If you don't lose money, what else can you do?
At this moment, a bracelet was handed to the two of them, "How about using this bracelet to compensate you?"

The eyes of the two immediately shifted to this bracelet. This is an old pit jade bracelet from the Qing Dynasty, which was also brought out by Bai Juyi from the ancient tomb.Those who know the goods can tell at a glance that no matter the color, type, or water, they are all high-quality. Even in today's era of jade decline, such high-quality products must sell for at least 20 yuan.

Ai Yu's eyes lit up at the back.She thought that Chen Zhengting was rich enough, and she was willing to spend [-] US dollars to hire her to be Bai Juyi's guide for a month.

But at this moment, it seems that this young and somewhat shy boy is richer than Chen Zhengting. He casually took out a bracelet from his backpack, and it turned out to be so good-looking. Don't take this bracelet seriously.

"Okay, okay, this bracelet is similar to mine, this time you are lucky." The lady is also a person who knows the goods, knowing that this jadeite bracelet is more valuable than the one she broke, so she quickly picked it up happily. He passed the bracelet and couldn't wait to put it on his hand.

The gentleman looked at Bai Juyi with an apologetic look on his face: "Brother Bai, I'm really sorry for making you spend money."

"Well, it is a kind of fate to be able to meet in a foreign country. The last time Brother Chan met by chance, he was still able to help out righteously, so what is it?" The gentleman in front of him was at the NOBU restaurant that day. Komayoshi named Chuan Qianxue's salary analysis.This person has extraordinary skills and is a powerful character.Bai Juyi asked again: "Why is Brother Chan here?"

"Oh, my father has a small property in New York. I'll come over to take care of it. Anyway, I'm going to invite Brother Bai's family tonight to show my gratitude." Chan Xin said.

"So, just after lunch, dinner is settled again." Bai Juyi said with a chuckle, and exchanged contact information with Chanxin.

(End of this chapter)