"As for hot smoking, it's usually around 50 degrees Celsius, but it's best to reach 60 degrees Celsius, and the time is as short as hours."
"Actually, with the development of modern technology, there is now a brand new liquid smoking method. However, this method currently requires some equipment and a lot of professional knowledge, so most chefs rarely use it!"
"Very good, very good."
"As the General said, your cooking skills are indeed very strong!"
"No wonder Alice keeps thinking about you and gets particularly excited and admiring whenever she mentions you!"
Upon hearing this, Leonora, this celestial beauty, continued to observe Sosuke with a calm and composed expression, as if time in the entire world had stopped.
Finally, she smiled and said softly.
This reaction, this demeanor, gave the impression of a mother-in-law observing her son-in-law.
Sosuke smiled wryly and did not respond, as he had heard such compliments so often recently that he was somewhat numb.
Furthermore, she clearly knew all this common knowledge; the reason she deliberately pretended not to understand was merely to test him!
…
Then, as the atmosphere fell silent.
Leonora Nakiri refocused her gaze on the smoked salmon, then hesitated no longer and continued to eat.
The fish had a silky, smooth, and incredibly delicate texture, blending the freshness of the sea, the mellowness of wood, and the essence of herbs!
With every bite, the aroma of fish, wood, and herbs layered upon layers, adding a touch of mature beauty compared to salmon prepared with other cooking techniques.
It was like a rich wine, so unforgettable.
Without exaggeration, Sosuke's smoked salmon had already conquered Leonora Nakiri's taste buds.
And this uniquely Nordic Cuisine naturally made her, who had traveled all the way to Japan, feel "at home" again!
Finally, after a hearty feast, the entire plate of smoked salmon was finished by her.
"The cuisine from Celestial Dynasty is all very good."
"But as an Eastern Celestial Dynasty person, you also have such high proficiency in Nordic Cuisine, which truly impresses me."
"And frankly, your smoked salmon dish."
"Its taste and quality are even better than many restaurants in Nordic!"
Opening her hazy eyes, Leonora Nakiri looked unsatisfied, and after meeting Sosuke's gaze, she couldn't help but chuckle softly.
"I used to be a five-star hotel chef, and I've done some research on Nordic Cuisine."
Sosuke shrugged, replying indifferently.
"Haha, no matter what, you are indeed a very charming man."
"If you ask me, you could clearly rely on your looks, yet you insist on relying on your talent, and your personality is just as Alice described, gentle and considerate."
"If time could go back 20 years, perhaps I would have boldly pursued you then!"
With that, Leonora Nakiri covered her mouth, her heart slightly fluttering.
They say that to conquer a woman's heart, you must first conquer her stomach.
From the moment she entered the Izakaya, Sosuke became increasingly likable to her, especially after witnessing his cooking, she felt even more fondness.
In fact, despite being a married noblewoman.
Leonora Nakiri had the least resistance to handsome "young men" like Sosuke.
In the original Autumn Election arc, she had openly stated her preference for young boys, and this bold behavior naturally drew furious complaints from her daughter, Alice!
"Just kidding."
"It's just a smoked salmon, nothing particularly elegant."
"At least in front of you, a fairy who seems to have fallen from the sky, I feel this dish pales significantly."
"Really… really? Am I as beautiful as you say?"
"After all, I'm over thirty now, my looks aren't what they used to be, you… you're not just trying to flatter me, are you?"
Touching her cheek, Leonora's heart was instantly filled with joy.
Although she knew Sosuke's words might be slick, she still felt very happy and pleased!
"Of course, the moment you entered the Izakaya, this place became even more splendid and radiant."
Sosuke continued.
His words once again made Leonora feel a surge of comfort!
…
"Sosuke, what do you think of Alice?"
Afterward, Leonora, having calmed down a bit, still didn't forget her other purpose for coming to the Izakaya.
"You mean Alice?"
Hearing this, Sosuke was slightly stunned.
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