Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 227: Resting in the corner, the aroma of wax intoxicates guests

After finishing the task of covering the cured meat with quilts and letting it bask in the sun, everyone felt tired, so they found a corner to rest where they could have a panoramic view of the cured meat, Zuixianlou, and the passers-by and diners coming and going.

Yu Yu sat down, supported her chin with both hands, and looked at the cured meat covered with a quilt with bright eyes, as if she had already seen them turned into delicious dishes.

"Mom, how long do you think it will take to dry these cured meats before we can eat them?" Yu Yu couldn't help but ask, breaking the momentary silence.

Xiaoyu chuckled and replied, "It will take some time. These cured meats need to be dried slowly, letting the sun and time lock in the flavor. There's no rush."

Li Hao stretched his limbs and agreed, "Yes, Yuyu, good things are worth waiting for, just like this cured meat. It will taste better if you wait a few more days."

Young Master Si Li raised his head slightly, his eyes moving between the cured meat and Zuixianlou, as if he was thinking about something.

At this time, the Zuixian Tower was bustling with people coming and going.

The diners walked into the building in groups of three or four, chatting and laughing.

Some of them are in a hurry, as if they are here to fill their stomachs, and are eager to rush to this place filled with fireworks.

Ah Cai served the dishes and greeted guests warmly with a professional smile on his face. The voices of "Sir, please come in" came one after another, as if they were the unique notes in this noisy world.

Several young men in gorgeous clothes walked slowly into Zuixian Tower, waving fans, talking about interesting things happening in the city recently, and occasionally letting out a few clear laughs.

Not far away, an old man was with his little grandson. The little grandson was attracted by the fragrance wafting from Zuixianlou. He tugged at the old man's clothes and said coquettishly, "Grandpa, I'm hungry. I want to eat something delicious."

The old man touched his grandson's head lovingly and walked into the building with a smile.

The street vendors were not to be outdone, and their hawking sounds were heard one after another.

A group of children surrounded the craftsman selling sugar figures. The colorful and lifelike sugar figures sparkled with an attractive luster in the sun.

The woman selling sachets whispered to the girls passing by to recommend her products. The exquisite embroidery and elegant fragrance on the sachets attracted the girls to stop and choose.

Young Master Si Li looked at these scenes and spoke slowly, "The myriad aspects of the world are all on display in this small world. In Zuixianlou, people pursue delicious food and socializing; and here at the street vendors, we find the small joys of ordinary life."

Xiaoyu nodded in agreement. "Sir, you're absolutely right. Making preserved meat is part of our ordinary life. While it may not be as exquisite as the delicacies at Zuixianlou, it has the taste of home and is a testament to our dedication to living."

Yu Yu listened to their words, not quite understanding them, but her eyes never left the cured meats.

"I don't care. I just know that our cured meat is definitely the most delicious. After it's dried, I'll invite everyone to try it." Her innocent words made everyone laugh.

Li Hao stood up, stretched his muscles, and said, "While we're resting, I'll go get some tea for everyone."

After saying this, he walked towards the tea stall not far away. A few moments later, he returned with a few cups of steaming hot tea. Everyone took the tea and took a sip. The fragrance of the tea spread in their mouths, injecting a bit of vitality into their tired bodies.

After a short rest, Xiaoyu stood up and said, "We can't just sit there. We have to check on the cured meat from time to time to make sure nothing goes wrong."

So everyone stood up and walked towards the cured meat.

Yuyu walked in front and couldn't wait to lift a corner of the quilt to check. A faint waxy aroma wafted out. She took a deep breath, her face full of intoxication: "Wow, it smells so good, it must be almost done."

Li Hao walked over with a smile and patted Yuyu's head gently: "It's still early, you little greedy cat."

Young Master Si Li stood aside, watching the passers-by and diners coming and going, with an inexplicable emotion welling up in his heart.

People in this world are busy running around for life, and this moment of rest and the comfort of delicious food may be the gift given by life.

In Zuixianlou, diners are immersed in the world of delicious food.

Suddenly, a faint and unique fragrance wafted over, attracting everyone's attention, and they couldn't help but sniff the scent in the air.

"What kind of fragrance is this? It's so rich and mellow, it seems to be able to draw away one's soul."

A middle-aged diner in a brocade robe put down his chopsticks. The young man with a look of surprise took a few deep breaths and shouted excitedly: "It must be cured meat! The fragrance of this cured meat is very unique, and it can't be made in other places." Everyone suddenly realized and nodded.

"Look at this aroma, rich yet refreshing. I guess the method of curing the cured meat must be extremely exquisite." An old man twirled his beard and squinted his eyes to savor the fragrance in the air.

"I've eaten a lot of cured meat, but it's rare to find one that fills the whole house with such an alluring aroma. This cured meat must have been seasoned with premium ingredients, and when it was air-dried and air-dried, the ingredients blended perfectly with the meat to achieve this effect."

"Yes, the aroma of cured meat is very different from ordinary dishes. It has the delicious flavor of meat, but also has a salty aroma and unique flavor from fermentation due to the curing process."

A scholar-looking diner also joined the discussion: "This taste seems to carry the sedimentation of time, and every aroma tells the story of time."

"Just smelling this fragrance makes one's mouth water. I wonder what it would taste like if I could taste it myself." An anxious diner licked his lips, his eyes full of desire.

"Perhaps the cured meat is firm and chewy, the fat melts on the tip of the tongue, and the salty fragrance instantly fills the entire mouth. The more you chew, the more fragrant it becomes, making you unable to stop." Another diner described it vividly, causing the people around him to swallow their saliva.

Everyone was talking at once, and the whole room was filled with praise and longing for the cured meat.

When the Yu Yu family and Master Si Li, who were resting not far away, heard the diners' discussions, they all smiled with pride.

Yuyu even jumped up and down excitedly: "Did you hear that? Everyone is praising our cured meat! It must be because we put so much effort into making it."

Xiaoyu smiled and nodded: "This cured meat is the result of our hard work. It is natural that we are happy to receive everyone's recognition."

Li Hao also puffed out his chest and said, "Of course not! If our preserved meat is served on the table, it will surely make these diners rave about it."

Young Master Si Li looked towards Zuixianlou and said softly, "The aroma of this cured meat not only wafts into the diners' noses, but also into their hearts, awakening their purest love and yearning for food."

Yuyu nodded and stretched: "People are busy just to have three meals a day."