National Tide 1980

All things in the world are included.

However, the more dazzling it is, the easier it is to be blinded by superficial phenomena and forget to see the truth behind things.

No doubt this is a common regret.

Just like the question of why the New Year Garden Party in Tiantan Park is so popular.

In the eyes of ordinary people in the capital, it may be the eating, drinking, entertainment and folk performances mentioned above.

Perhaps it is a "lantern tiger" game that everyone can actively participate in, a small prize that can be won through wisdom.

Perhaps it is the ice lanterns, foreign snacks and foreign gadgets that can only be seen at the New Year Garden Party in the Temple of Heaven Park, as well as the only official exhibition of the "Journey to the West" crew in the Temple of Heaven, and the Dragon King of the Four Seas played by a special actor.

From the perspective of foreign tourists, perhaps what attracts them is the local temple fair culture in the capital, where men, women, and children of all ages come to participate.

The temple fair vendors sell handicrafts, snacks and local specialties.

Perhaps there are also the Beijing-style drums and the melodious tunes of Sanxian'er in the antique teahouse, which are filled with tea guests holding tureens and listening to the music.

Maybe it’s the imperial hot pot dishes sold at Tan Palace Restaurant, or maybe it’s the costumes that everyone can wear to film a Qing palace drama in front of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.

Surrounded by guards and maids, you have the unique experience of pretending to be a fake emperor or queen.

In fact, only real operators will understand that all these splendid events ultimately point to one thing - group cultural activities with a strong carnival spirit.

This carnival spirit is a way for people to vent their emotions. It needs to be appreciated by both refined and popular people. It is a wanton indulgence within the limits and protection of the law, regardless of class or level.

To put it bluntly, the reason why the Temple of Heaven New Year Garden Party is so successful is entirely due to the successful creation of a cultural atmosphere.

Here, people can enjoy themselves alone or in groups.

No matter men, women, old or young, regardless of Chinese or foreign, everyone can find something that interests them and find happiness enough to make them forget the worries of reality.

Therefore, there is a piece of paradise on earth that is comparable to the "Along the River During the Qingming Festival".

No one is exempt from this, not even Ning Weimin.

Otherwise, he would not be able to blend in happily.

Of course, Ning Weimin must be a special one among all tourists, perhaps the most special one.

What's special is not only that he personally designed this garden party, but also that he is a relatively high-level person.

Not only is he rich, but he's also fucking elegant.

Therefore, his preferences and fun are fundamentally different from most people.

Unlike those vulgar people, he only likes nipple fun, scorns fun that requires cultural thresholds, and avoids subtle beauty.

It is not like those poor people who are educated but have no money in their pockets. They always like to think of themselves as noble and define the level of art by self-admiration that is separated from the public.

What he loves to do most is always finding ways to make "elegance" useful.

We are always combining reality with trying to maximize the potential of artworks and continue to create economic value.

Not to mention anything else, just entering the Zhai Palace to visit the sculpture art exhibition, Ning Weimin was different from ordinary people.

Ordinary tourists come to visit Zhai Palace and see these award-winning works.

What one pays attention to is usually the work itself, and one appreciates the beauty expressed by plastic arts.

Maybe you’ll even take a photo with the work as a souvenir.

Not Ning Weimin.

What his eyes were looking for and what his mind was thinking about were which sculptures were eye-catching enough and suitable to be placed in Ma's Garden or Tan Palace Restaurant for landscaping purposes.

Once he finds something that interests him, he will take out his notebook and record the content of the label of the work.

Such as material, size and author's name, so that you can negotiate in the future and buy it for a small amount of money.

For him, is art that cannot be converted into money still called art?

Since he has this convenience, of course he has to keep more of the good things he likes in his arms to get enough benefits.

The same scene happened one after another in the main hall of the Beishen Kitchen Sacrifice Pavilion.

You know, after New Year's Day this year, Tan Palace Restaurant, together with the "Arts Association", followed last year's practice and continued to hold the Sculpture Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony at Beishen Kitchen.

In addition to awarding awards to the award-winning sculptors, industry experts organized by the "Arts Association" also selected some outstanding works of art from the art industry in the capital to be exhibited in the main hall of the Sacrifice Pavilion.

It was also interviewed and photographed by "Art" magazine for publicity and reporting.

There are seven works of art that have the honor to be featured in this professional magazine this year.

The first is the "Twelve Flower Gods" assembly that Jiang Sanchang, who represents Donghua City Material Factory, finally completed.

The second is the pastel porcelain figurine of "The Romance of the West Chamber" made by Liu Yongqing, who represents the Beijing Arts and Crafts Factory.

The third is the beautiful agate "Hehe Fushou" from the jade factory.

The fourth is the jade "Lotus Lamp" from the jade factory.

The fifth is the jade factory's coral "Rebound Pipa Music Lotte"

The sixth is the ivory horizontal plate "Five Hundred Arhats Crossing the Sea" from the Ivory Carving Factory.

The seventh is the gold display "Forbidden City Corner Tower" made by Master Zhang Chongming, the descendant of the "Filigree King" of the gold inlay factory.

It is a pity that the palace lantern factory, which was once in the limelight last year with its "Mahogany Inlaid Jadeite Kowloon Bead Lamp", and the Brocade Box Factory, which was famous for its silk figures, were not included in the list this time because they were unable to introduce new products.

But then again, this is not a bad thing, but a good thing.

Because this undoubtedly means that the overall level of the exhibits sent has improved.

In particular, the quality of products produced through cooperation between art schools and handicraft factories has been confirmed, and facts have proved that this path of improving the artistic taste of products and eliminating craftsmanship is feasible.

For example, Ivory Engraving Factory's "Five Hundred Arhats Crossing the Sea", a large horizontal panel, was produced in collaboration with the National Academy of Fine Arts.

According to the design draft issued by the Academy of Fine Arts, craftsmen from the ivory factory engraved the five hundred Arhats with different images on an ivory material weighing 5 kilograms and more than two meters long.

They were riding dragons, tigers, lions, elephants, deers, unicorns, rhinos and other mythical beasts, leaping on the turbulent water waves. The characters, animals and waves were carved in fine and vivid ways.

Another example is the large gold furnishing "Corner Tower of the Forbidden City" with nine beams, eighteen columns and seventy-two ridges made using filigree inlay technology.

This is also the product of cooperation with the Academy of Arts and Crafts.

Not only is the main body made of gold, but the walls of the turret are made of more than two thousand pieces of jasper inlaid with gold wire.

The eaves are decorated with tiger's eye stone, the pillars are made of agate stone, and the railings are inlaid with turquoise.

Anyone who looks at it will see that it is "ingenious and extremely valuable".

And the key is that since these things are here, Ning Weimin naturally has the right of first refusal.

Nowadays, no matter in terms of financial resources or friendship, there is a high probability that no one will compete with him, and the price will be very cost-effective.

After all, the market for this kind of pure industrial art has not yet taken off in China, and the current price is still calculated based on the purchase price of foreign trade companies.

To put it bluntly, the prices offered by foreign trade companies to these handicraft factories have always been so shady.

Even if their average acquisition price is increased several times, it is completely acceptable to Ning Weimin and he will not suffer at all.

In a few more years, there won't be such a beautiful thing.

Therefore, Ning Weimin must be more fascinated and enjoyable than others.

From the bottom of his heart, he didn't want to miss anything.

I have unconsciously regarded these precious items as my own.

At the same time, he silently began to figure out which of these things would be left at Tan Gong Restaurant and which would be moved to Ma's Garden after buying them.

However, just when he was lost in thought and thinking about beautiful things, he was recognized.

As the saying goes, fire cannot be contained in paper.

However, Ning Weimin kept a low profile and didn't even take advantage of free tickets.

He has been deliberately hiding among tourists, not wanting to attract attention, and just wants to enjoy the most natural visiting experience.

But this place is no better than anywhere else.

Everyone is from Tan Gong Restaurant, who doesn’t recognize what their big boss looks like?

What's more, Ning Weimin has only been in Japan for half a year, and it's not long enough for everyone to forget about him.

Not to mention that the security officers of Tan Palace are all experts from special departments, and their vigilance cannot even compare to that of ordinary police officers.

So as soon as he stayed in the slaughtering booth for a long time, he became an iron nail wrapped in lotus leaves-it was immediately punctured.

A security officer who was specially guarding here and responsible for maintaining order looked more and more familiar to him, and finally recognized him.

He was extremely professional, expressionless, and walked out of the main hall of the Sacrifice Pavilion very calmly.

Then he used the walkie-talkie to notify his superiors.

That was the security equipment Ning Weimin originally allocated money to buy.

The call is clear and the communication distance is 6 kilometers. Beer is easy to use.

As a result, he himself "folded" this thing today.

What is this called?

It's called cocooning oneself.

It has to be said that history repeats itself forever. This boy had the same fate as Shang Yang who wanted to escape from the Qin State but was caught by Shang Yang because of the law he made on the voucher to stay in the hotel.

You can guess what happens next without telling you.

After receiving the news that Ning Weimin appeared here, the entire Northern Divine Kitchen shook up and down in an instant.

In just five minutes, regardless of the fact that it was the busiest time for meals, Lian Du Yang and Zhang Shihui ran over to wait for their boss.

Ning Weimin was extremely surprised to see them.

But this was by no means caused by his own whereabouts being exposed.

The key is that he doesn't understand what's going on between these two people today.

Such a coincidence? Are they all at Northern Chef? Shouldn't it?

Logically speaking, this is Du Yang's territory, how could he let Zhang Shihui over so easily?

Besides, it was still the busiest time period, so Du Yang had no reason to be unhappy finding this job for himself.

Does he still think he doesn't have enough things to do?

However, what was even more unexpected was that Zhang Shihui and Du Yang were actually in high spirits, and behaved politely and decently in front of Ning Weimin, as harmoniously as if they had been close friends for many years.

Du Yang exaggerated that Shi Hui was very interesting and took the initiative to come here to help.

Zhang Shihui, on the other hand, said that Du Yang was a good manager and that he only knew how to organize a real banquet by following him.

In addition, these two people not only learned to praise each other when they sold well, but also helped each other carry the sedan chair.

Moreover, they still had some disagreements about how to receive Ning Weimin.

In the end, the two of them unanimously suggested that Ning Weimin go to the two-story building outside the park for lunch at noon.

Ning Weimin was simply stunned. To say he was dizzy would be an exaggeration.

He couldn't figure it out, it had only been half a year since he left.

Why are these two people so passionate about each other? From being enemies to being good friends, they now want to wear a pair of pants.

This change is too big. They...couldn't...have problems in that area?

However, just when Ning Weimin's thoughts were about to become tainted and about to go crazy.

Fortunately, Zhang Shihui and Du Yang began to compliment each other again, and also took the initiative to reveal the real reason for the progress of their friendship.

This successfully avoided misunderstandings.

Du Yang said, "Mr. Ning, we don't have any other intention. We just want you to go to Tan Palace to try some good dishes. They are all warm-fire meals and pot dishes. We are not qualified to entertain you. We want you to It’s not appropriate to have a makeshift meal here, it’s too unfair for you.”

Zhang Shihui said, "That's right. I definitely won't regret going there. Let me tell you, the dishes in our two-story restaurant are all over the place. It's not bragging to say that I've eaten all over the capital. What about Yuhuatai's crab noodle lion?" Touhe paper-wrapped chicken, Tongheju’s three-stick and pan fish, Zhimeilou’s four-eating fish and braised two shredded chickens, Emei Restaurant’s Kung Pao chicken, Zhangcha duck, Lili restaurant’s boiled meat slices, Mapo Tofu, fried eel from Wufangzhai, fish head in casserole, milk-roasted crucian carp and Luohan prawns from Senlong Restaurant, crab meal tofu from Songhelou, squirrel mandarin fish, sweet and sour pork and oyster sauce beef from Guangdong restaurant, and more There is a completely vegetarian banquet.”

Ning Weimin felt even more dizzy now, "Why don't you sign up for me? Do you want to change your career to cross talk? Are you two okay? Why does it sound like a joke to me?"

"No kidding, no kidding. You don't know something, that's what happened."

Zhang Shihui said seriously, "Actually, the catering industry in Beijing has undergone significant changes since the beginning of last year. Some experienced chefs have gradually retired as they reach retirement age. We have seized this opportunity If you have the opportunity, start asking about those old chefs and try to hire them at a price that satisfies them. What I just said is that we have recruited good chefs in the six months since you left. Didn’t you always say in the past that we are not afraid of too many No matter how much money you pay, I'm afraid there will be no talent. This time we will definitely have no shortage of talent..."

Ning Weimin finally figured out what happened and immediately became excited.

"Is this your idea?" He almost wanted to clap his hands and scream. "Your hands are so beautiful! Not bad."

Unexpectedly, Zhang Shihui did not take all the credit. Instead, he said very matter-of-factly, "To be honest, it's not my fault, it was Manager Du's idea. You didn't even realize such a big change in the catering industry in Beijing before you left. How could I have done it?" This cleverness. Thanks to Manager Du’s intention, we didn’t miss such a good opportunity.”

However, what is even more unexpected is that Du Yang is as humble as Zhang Shihui.

"You can't say that. It was just a mistake. The restaurant I usually go to has changed. I just discovered it. It's just an idea. But Manager Zhang did what he said in order to hire people. He didn't refuse. We worked hard and went door to door to personally invite these masters. They only came to us because of Manager Zhang’s sincerity.”

"No, you're being polite again. You are different from me. Your banquet department is very busy. That means I have a lot of time. Who else will I go to? I would also like to thank you for your generous advice and guidance on how to manage the banquet. It’s business.”

"Ouch. You are so polite. Manager Ning, you probably don't know that it was precisely because of Manager Zhang that Corporal Xian recruited these talents. In the second half of last year, our turnover increased by another 20%. Now the second floor is small Shoot the team every day. Oh, by the way, Manager Zhang and I have saved 1.5 million in cash together. This is actually enough for me to open a branch..."

Got it, got it all!

I have to say that there are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests!

These two boys have nothing more than divided their territory and interests.

One is eager to leave, and the other is eager to give it away.

We were so united and felt sympathy for each other.

But what to say? This is also something that makes him happy to see success!

At this moment, someone else greeted Ning Weimin with a hearty laugh.

"Well, you manager Xiao Ning, why don't you come and sit with me? I'm here to find you."

"Manager Xiao Ning, we have been waiting for you. Don't run away at noon today. We have to have a good drink."

I saw several people cheering. It turned out that the principal and deputy principal of Tiantan were leading their people.