The four assistants who had been quietly working beside Lin Chen exchanged glances upon hearing him openly critique the dish that Chef Raphael had painstakingly refined through four versions to be just ordinary. Their hearts sank a little.
Despite keeping a straight face, each of them couldn't help but steal glances in that direction, eager to see the impending drama unfold.
"You think so too? That's great!"
Chef Raphael nodded appreciatively, "You haven't been involved in developing new dishes before, have you?"
"Indeed, I haven't."
"Every chef has their unique approach to developing dishes. Personally, I prefer to first determine the combination of ingredients, establish a foundational flavor profile, and then innovate with the seasoning to create a striking final product."
