At Totsuki Culinary Academy.
Becoming a member of the Totsuki Elite Ten is incredibly difficult.
It requires comprehensive qualities and talents, as well as long-term effort and dedication.
Therefore, individuals like Sonoka, the Second Seat of the Ten Elites from the 89th generation, or Rindo, the Second Seat of the Ten Elites from the 91st generation, are truly extraordinary beings!
Hence, Erina has always treated them with respect and reverence.
She is even willing to interact with them as a "junior"!
However.
A rather inconspicuous Izakaya.
It's actually worth such praise and adoration from these two powerful individuals!
This couldn't help but make her feel a sense of anticipation for this Izakaya.
But then she thought, if there truly was a phenomenon in this world where common cuisine could defeat noble cuisine, wouldn't her culinary philosophy, which she had upheld for so many years, instantly collapse?
But!
No matter what!
Since she was already here, she might as well try the dishes!
...
After a moment of thought.
Erina directly sat down next to Rindo and began to observe the Shopkeeper, Sosuke!
Hmm!
First impression.
His figure was very tall and confident.
His age should be under 20, similar to Rindou-senpai, but his height could exceed 1.8 meters, his build was well-proportioned, and his lines were smooth.
Under the soft lighting, his appearance looked even more refined, and his deep, bright eyes occasionally sparkled with wisdom!
Moreover, his smile was always so warm and friendly, as if it could illuminate everyone's heart!
So much so that Erina couldn't help but be momentarily stunned!
"Uh..."
"You're the Shopkeeper here, right? So... do you have any recommended dishes?"
Then, she withdrew her gaze and began to ask Sosuke.
Since she was a new customer visiting for the first time, she was completely unfamiliar with many things about this Izakaya!
Furthermore, she had rarely visited Izakayas before, as in her impression, there wasn't much good food to be found in such places.
So, out of helplessness, she could only ask Sosuke to recommend some dishes to her.
"Hamburgers!"
"French fries!"
"Chocolate brownies!"
"These are the dishes I recommend to both of you!"
Sosuke was inevitably surprised by Erina's appearance, yet he also felt it was within reason.
He recalled that in the original plot, she particularly disliked these inexpensive common dishes.
Therefore, after some thought, Sosuke's eyes suddenly lit up, and he quickly recommended these Western fast-food items to them!
"Huh?"
"This is an Izakaya."
"How... how could there be such a mess of Western fast food?"
Upon hearing this, Erina's face showed a look of shock!
What kind of trick was he pulling? An Izakaya was originally a dining establishment primarily focused on alcohol, supplemented by small dishes.
Although Izakaya dishes always have strong local characteristics, different Izakayas will have their own unique signature dishes, and these dishes also reflect the local customs, traditions, and food culture!
For example:
At an Izakaya in Tokyo.
You can taste fresh seafood and various Japan grilled dishes.
While at an Izakaya in Osaka, you can taste rich hot pot and Tempura.
As a result.
No matter how she thought about it, she couldn't have imagined it!
Sosuke, right in front of her, would actually recommend these Western fast-food items!
...
"What?"
"Is there a rule that an Izakaya cannot sell Western fast food?"
Looking at the shocked Erina, Sosuke retorted.
"Ah?"
"It's not that there's a rule!"
"It's just that Western fast food is inherently positioned to be quick, convenient, and cheap."
"Yes, the most important thing is that it's cheap."
"Do you really think bringing out these Western fast foods will satisfy a genius like me, who possesses the God Tongue?"
"I just want to remind you, you'd better bring out your best dishes, otherwise your Izakaya might not be able to stay open tomorrow!"
Erina gave a somewhat "kind" reminder.
"Don't worry."
"A mere God Tongue doesn't require me to bring out my most delicious dishes!"
"Hmph!"
"You said that, don't go back on your word later."
Locking eyes with Sosuke, Erina was clearly unconvinced.
At the same time, she secretly thought: I'll definitely make him look bad later, no matter what kind of dish he makes, I will definitely give it a bad review and ruin his reputation!
Upon hearing this, Sosuke did not continue to respond.
He knew that facing a girl who was accustomed to being arrogant, he only needed to use the most unexpected dish to make her willingly convinced!
So, he rolled up his sleeves and returned to the cooking station, preparing to make hamburgers, french fries, and chocolate brownies!
...
"Strange!"
"Why would he recommend these ordinary Western fast foods to Erina?"
"Hamburgers and french fries are children's favorite foods, but for middle school students our age, they are relatively less appealing."
"And... why chocolate brownies late at night?"
"I can't figure it out!"
"I really can't figure it out!"
To the side.
Rindo, who had watched the entire process.
She could only pick up her yuzu fruit wine, take a small gulp, and then mutter to herself in frustration.
Although.
She felt a bit frustrated with Sosuke's approach!
However, vaguely, she felt that Sosuke shouldn't actually be making these Western fast foods.
There was a possibility that he might be using common ingredients from the Izakaya to improve these hamburgers, french fries, and chocolate brownies.
To achieve an unexpected culinary effect that would satisfy Erina.
After all, to satisfy the God Tongue, one must use such extraordinary cooking methods.
"I hope so."
"I just hope his dishes will surprise everyone later!"
After some thought, Rindo could only raise her head and begin to anticipate Sosuke's upcoming performance!
...
First, prepare some toast.
Then put it into a blender and blend thoroughly until it becomes breadcrumbs slightly larger than bread flour!
Next.
Pan-fry these breadcrumbs.
Evaporate all the moisture inside, turning them into the color of beef!
"toast?"
"Blended into breadcrumbs, and even pan-fried?"
"Are you sure you're making a hamburger?"
It's important to know that pan-frying bread will cause the remaining bit of steam inside to gradually evaporate, and even form a film of water on the surface, which will severely affect the overall taste of the hamburger.
As a result, this Izakaya Shopkeeper, who was rumored to be so divine, wouldn't know this basic culinary common sense!
So, for this operation, Erina, who had originally held some anticipation, directly frowned deeply, feeling greatly disappointed!
"No!"
"toast."
"It's not suitable for making hamburger buns. What I want to make... is a beef patty!"
After speaking, Sosuke couldn't help but smile faintly.
"What?"
"Using bread to make a beef patty, you... you are..."
Erina was stunned at first, then she thought of a possibility and couldn't help but be greatly surprised!