"Absolutely a change of hands! Don't even mention the top ten, I think it can definitely break into the top five!" Bernice nodded and couldn't help but take another bite. Although her long sigh just now made her feel a little embarrassed, but fortunately everyone was in a similar state, engrossed in the food in their hands, and no one noticed her.
Although she is also a chef and restaurant owner, but she has to admit that the Rou Jia Mo brought her a completely amazing experience. Although the price of 300 copper coins is not cheap, but it is undeniable that such a completely revolutionary deliciousness is worth the price.
She couldn't even understand how the white flatbread could be made so soft and delicious yet still chewy. If it was baked, how could it have only a thin layer of crispiness on the surface, which enhanced the texture even further?
What's even more amazing is the meat sandwiched inside. It's pork belly with alternating layers of fat and lean meat. Many people usually choose to remove the fat before cooking to avoid it being too greasy.
But Mai Ge didn't do that. No one knows what cooking method he used or what spices and seasonings he added, but the pork belly he made didn't taste greasy at all. The flavors of the various seasonings had penetrated into the meat, making it exceptionally flavorful. The presence of fat neutralized the softness of the lean meat, elevating the taste to another level.
The combination of sweet and fluffy flatbread with delicious meat completely overturned everyone's ideas about cooking.
"How are the flatbread made? What are the various spices added to the meat? How is this meat prepared?" Questions popped into everyone's minds, and they all wanted to ask Mai Ge for clarification.
"If we're just talking about taste, it's definitely in the top five. If it wasn't for the fact that the dishes are too simple, it could even compete with the top three." Miles shook his head and smiled as he listened to Bernice's words. "The monthly food rankings are based on customer reviews, and the number of customers also affects the rankings. The price of this restaurant's dishes determines the level of its customers, and the size of the restaurant also limits the number of customers. It can't compare with those restaurants that sell thousands of similar dishes a day."
"Miles is right. The quantity factor limits his chances of making it into the top five. However, I think his ratings might break records. It seems like it's been a long time since any dish in Aden Square has received over a thousand ratings and has been rated five stars all the time, right?" Andrew put down the empty bag in his hand with a somewhat unsatisfied look and said with a simple smile, "It's been a long time since I've had such delicious food that I want to eat more of after finishing it. Waiter, give me another Rou Jia Mo."
"I'll have another one too." Bishop said.
"Okay, please wait a moment." Yabemia nodded with a smile, her eyes brimming with joy and pride. Sure enough, even though they were chefs and restaurant owners, they were still captivated by Boss Mai's food, unable to resist its deliciousness.
"Hehe, I knew they'd like it." Amy laughed happily, reaching out to pinch the Ugly Duckling's cheek, pulling the little one back from her lap.
"The reaction seems a bit stronger than expected." Mai Ge glanced back at the kitchen and shook his head with a smile. He had thought these people would just leave quietly after eating, but they turned into a seminar, praising him so much that he was a little embarrassed. However, after listening for a while, Mai Ge couldn't help but frown and mutter to himself, "All five star reviews? What exactly is the Aden Square Food Ranking? It sounds like a Dianping (a Chinese review platform). Is there some benefit to being on this ranking? Why are these people so concerned?"
"All five star reviews? Impossible. Every dish has its fans and detractors. No matter how delicious this Rou Jia Mo is, it can't possibly get a full five star rating, right?" Bishop shook his head, somewhat disbelieving.
"Four and a half is already a high score. Nowadays, customers have increasingly discerning palates and higher expectations for the dining experience. This restaurant doesn't have separate sections, so humans, dwarves, and orcs have to share tables. It definitely won't get full marks in terms of user experience." Bernice shook her head, not quite agreeing with Andrew's words.
"Boss Mai's Rou Jia Mo is indeed the most delicious. Even Mrs. Bernice, the owner, vouches for it. She used to say her restaurant's food was the most exquisite."
"The most exquisite? That's because she hasn't tried Boss Mai's Yang Zhou Fried Rice. That's the most exquisite and delicious food I've ever eaten."
"I love seeing these usually arrogant owners acting so ignorant now."
The customers sitting nearby were also chatting quietly, not forgetting to tease the tour group a few times.
The expressions on everyone's faces were a bit strange. They didn't expect to be secretly watched and teased just for having a meal, but they couldn't refute it because every word they said made sense.
"Auntie in Floral Apron, isn't the Rou Jia Mo my Daddy makes super delicious?" Amy asked Bernice expectantly.
"Yes, super delicious." Bernice nodded with a genuine smile.
"And the rainbow fried rice is super delicious too, I think you'll definitely like it." Amy earnestly recommended.
"Please enjoy your Yang Zhou Fried Rice." Yabemia just came out carrying two servings of Yang Zhou Fried Rice, placing one in front of Andrew and one in front of Bernice.
The vibrant color made Bernice's eyes light up. The aroma of eggs and other ingredients wafted up, the golden eggs perfectly coating each grain of rice, without any sticking together, each grain distinct.
Besides eggs and rice, there are six other ingredients, each cut into rice grain sized pieces and evenly mixed together in the dish. It does look a bit like plucking a rainbow from the sky, chopping it up, and stir-frying it.
So many ingredients mixed together, yet not sticking together at all, as exquisite as a plating, making even she, who uses exquisiteness as her restaurant's selling point, feel somewhat ashamed.
"The owner's knife skills are amazing. He cuts peas and river shrimp into such evenly sized pieces." Bernice exclaimed, picking up a spoon and scooping a generous amount into her mouth. After chewing a few times, she couldn't help but close her eyes.
The delicious flavors melted in her mouth; the tastes of eggs, ham, tree mushrooms... all kinds of ingredients blended perfectly together. Upon closer tasting, the flavor of each ingredient was so distinct, retaining its original taste.
After swallowing, a warm current spread out, not as violent as the Rou Jia Mo, but more like a gentle breeze and drizzle, softly soothing the restlessness that had been aroused, and nourishing the body in subtle ways.
The comfortable feeling brought a pleasant smile to Bernice's face. Compared to the fiery and exciting Rou Jia Mo, she preferred the warm and comforting Yang Zhou Fried Rice, finding it a truly enjoyable experience.
"True deliciousness may bring people a wonderful sense of happiness." Bernice said with a smile as she opened her eyes. She scooped up another spoonful, chewed it carefully, and then swallowed it, one spoonful after another, unable to stop.