He Xiaoyue and the others originally planned to go to Xinghua Tower. Since Chen Shixin was invited temporarily, it was not appropriate to go there. The place was too grand, which would inevitably give people a sense of fear for people who met them for the first time, and also make the other party's evaluation of themselves uncertain.
Misunderstood. After thinking for a moment, she decided to find a mid-range store.
There is a shop like this not far away. The sign is "Nan Guo". The owner came from Guangdong to open the shop. Its business model is to sell refreshments in the morning. His shop is positioned as "mid-range" and specializes in "middle-class homes".
Business. Construction and decoration are exquisite and high-end.
There are many kinds of dishes at moderate prices. Morning tea is also sold in the morning. There is also a banquet hall for banquets, which attracts a large number of local middle class: senior naturalized cadres, skilled workers in factories, farmers and small and medium-sized businessmen, businessmen
Quite popular.
This shop advertises "authentic Cantonese flavor" and makes "Cantonese cuisine" and "Cantonese tea snacks". In fact, the two in the 17th century are very different from the old time and space. Many famous dishes and snacks in Cantonese cuisine
In this time and space, it has become the "first creation" of the elders. In the past, restaurants and teahouses were two different businesses. Drinking according to the rules
A family business cannot run a tea house at the same time. The "two-in-one" business model in southern China was said to be unique in the 17th century, and it was only gradually developed in the 20th century and into the 1930s. Therefore, this shop is still essentially a "kun" business model.
It’s delicious. It is said that both the boss and the chef received guidance from an elder named Li.
The facade of Nanguo Restaurant is much smaller than that of high-end restaurants such as Xinghua Restaurant, and its location is slightly further away. However, its exterior decoration is quite elegant, emphasizing an antique style - of course, this antique style is actually from the old time and space.
The "antique" style, for a Guangzhou elder, this style would evoke his old dream of Wuyang. But for the common people in the 17th century, this style was "Australian flavor".
Nanguo Restaurant is three stories high. At night, the lights of the restaurant are like stars. Two red lanterns hang high on both sides in front of the door, reflecting the wooden signboard. On it are the four characters "Nanguo Restaurant" written in gold paint and signed.
It is "Hong Huangnan". There are marble steps in front of the door, which have been wiped clean.
It was now the beginning of the evening business, and the restaurant was gradually becoming lively. Two greeters stood at the door, wearing long skirts with slits on the left and right, cut with a high collar, and greeted the guests with authentic "Guangzhou Mandarin" with smiles and voices.
Gentle and sweet.
Chen Shixin is a native of Guangzhou, and He Xiaoyue is also from Guangzhou. Hearing the familiar dialect of his hometown made his heart warm. Even before entering the store, he had a good impression.
Upon entering the store, you are faced with a stone "feng pool" and a rockery bonsai that serves as a screen. There are a group of colorful goldfish swimming in the pool. There are more than ten pots of orchids placed along the wall.
There are many octagonal palace lanterns hanging in the hall, and round tables are arranged neatly. Each table is covered with a red tablecloth with golden dragon and phoenix pictures embroidered on it, making it both festive and solemn.
At this moment, the guests in the evening were taking their seats one after another, including families, close friends, and business travelers entertaining clients. They were either talking in low voices or laughing heartily. The air was filled with the smell of fireworks and grease, full of relaxation and joy.
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Because they wanted to "talk about something", the three of them walked upstairs. On the second floor was a semi-open box, separated by a screen. It had a certain degree of privacy but did not have the same consumption requirements as a formal box. So they chose one here.
They sat down in the Yage next to the window. Looking out the window, they saw thousands of lights outside and crowds of people on the street. They couldn't help but be a little crazy looking at the night scene. It wasn't until the waiter came to take orders that they came back to their senses.
"I don't know how many times I have watched it, but every time I see it, I still can't help but watch it..." He Xiaoyue said with emotion.
Chen Shixin smiled: "When I came to Nahui, the streets were far less luxurious than they are now, and there were no such bright lights. But I had just come from Guangzhou, and I had never seen a whole street with lights! Standing at the east gate
Walking on the streets of the city, I really felt like I was in heaven."
"You two are really good at talking," Guo Xi'er frowned, "order food, order food!"
"You are responsible for eating and drinking, I have entrusted it to you!"
"It's rare for me to come here!" Guo Xi'er explained immediately. As she spoke, she lowered her head and started to open the menu.
In just a moment, she ordered several dishes. The signatures here are roast goose and clay pot rice, which use exquisite ingredients and are the first of its kind in a mid-range restaurant in Lingao, so she ordered both.
I ordered rose lily water chestnuts, which I had never tried before, and He Xiaoyue ordered lotus seed red bean paste. Chen Shixin ordered coconut milk sago.
He looked at the two girls sitting in front of him. He Xiaoyue was wearing a waist-cinched pink cotton-padded jacket with a cross-collar collar, and white gauze rossong trousers underneath. It was unusual for the bold and unrestrained "Song Dynasty style", but also unlike
The clothes of the Ming Dynasty were so loose and did not show off the figure, making them appear graceful and elegant, with a hint of femininity in the girl's purity. Guo Xi'er wore a sky blue dress, with the skirt hanging down to her ankles, revealing a white jade-like instep and collar.
A section of collarbone is exposed...
As a painter, he has seen many beautiful girls. Most of the models in Trini's studio come from the life secretaries of senior senators, many of whom are S-level. In terms of appearance alone, Guo and the others are far behind, but in spirit and spirit
In terms of vitality, it is far superior. Is it true that Director Fang said: "Women at work are the most beautiful"?
The three of them chatted while eating. From clothing design and fashion style to painting creation, to photography principles, the chat became more and more interesting. Even a person like Guo Xi'er, who usually cannot be described as ugly, was fascinated by the man in front of him.
He knows so much! Especially about "beauty" things, he can pick them up at his fingertips and explain them clearly and logically.
For example, although they know the basic principles of color matching when designing clothing, in actual application they mostly directly apply the color matching from the "Clothing Reference Materials". Chen Shixin, however, can explain the color matching issue in a clear and logical way, and there are many other examples of their specific applications.
It was an opinion I had never heard of before, and it was even completely opposite to the teaching materials in their training classes.
"Is this what the Italian said?"
"Some of them were told by Mr. Trini, and some were taught by the chiefs." Chen Shixin was secretly proud when he saw them gradually becoming addicted.
"Comrade Chen, if you know so much, you must be from a family of painters, right?"
"No, my father is an oil painter. He specializes in painting eaves, pillars and furniture, so he has some connections."
Chen Shixin continued: "...Although I like painting, being a painter can barely make ends meet. So my parents sent me to school with the expectation of being able to stand up with only a school bag. But I am not that material. In society,
I can't study well in school, I only like to read 'Kun's Book'..." At this point, he quickly laughed and said, "Slap your hands, talk about the past, and actually reveal the old words again..."
"Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay, it's okay, what next?" Guo Xier asked anxiously while chewing on the chicken feet.
"At that time, there were many Australian magazines and doll books on the market in Guangzhou, and they were available for rent at bookstalls. A few people and I went to read books every day, and we became more and more fascinated. Later, the construction of the Great World started on the Pearl River, and many people came
Robots and ships are all new things to me, so I often go to the riverside to draw them. One day I was lucky enough to meet a chief..."
He roughly recounted how he got to know the chief, how the chief taught him how to paint, and later sent him to Lingao to study.
"...Actually, neither my father nor I feel that painting is something that should be brought to the fore. Literati and elegant guests are embellishments that come with fame. If you want to rely on these to make a living, you have to wait and wait.
.When I first came to Gao, I had the idea of learning a craft well so that I could make a living in the future.”
Speaking of this, Chen Shixin felt a little emotional: "When I think about it, I have underestimated myself. It wasn't until Lingao that I realized that there is such a thing as 'art' in the world! From then on, I started to study painting seriously.
It’s time to draw.”
He talked more and more enthusiastically: "Let's talk about clothing design. What is the relationship between tailoring and painting? Later, when I saw the reference materials given to me by the chief, I realized that in order to make good clothes, you must first have a sense of beauty and be good at it.
A keen eye that sees the beauty of life…”
He Xiaoyue nodded secretly: Today's meal is so worth it.
"Great! I also want to learn the skills here." He Xiaoyue said, "I wonder if Mr. Trini will accept any apprentices?"
Chen Shixin laughed loudly: "He is so popular now that it is difficult for him to register as an apprentice!"
"Then, how about I become your disciple?" He Xiaoyue boldly proposed again.
"Me?" Chen Shixin was stunned for a moment, then smiled, "Young lady, do you trust me so much?"
"Of course, I have a very vicious eye on people." He Xiaoyue was quite confident. She had completely forgotten the past when she was deceived and sold by a man.
"There's no need to become apprentices. If you really want to learn from me, just teach me for free." Chen Shixin's gaze passed over their faces, "I'd love to be able to communicate and learn from you two rising fashion design stars!"
If this was said to Ming Dynasty, it would have meant teasing. To them, it actually contained the meaning of compliment. He Xiaoyue smiled sweetly. But Guo Xier said: "You teach for free, we are embarrassed."
"No problem, no problem. We are learning from each other. But I have to make a deal. My time is limited and I need to arrange it carefully. What's your schedule?"
"We basically have nothing to do after get off work. We can spare one or two hours every day."
"Okay, I'll arrange the time." Chen Shixin took out a notebook and jotted it down. He and He Xiaoyue exchanged mailing addresses. For naturalized civilian cadres, their mailing address is not their residential address or work unit, but a numbered mailbox.
This ensures that you can be notified accurately by email no matter where you go.
As they were talking, with a loud shout from the waiter, three casseroles that had just been taken off the charcoal fire and were steaming white were brought up with iron tongs - our specialty clay pot rice was served.