Daddy, Come Home For Dinner!

Chapter 1105: Chapter 1105: No Need to Be So Serious

Zhu Changzhi himself is a national banquet chef, and plans to train his successors to become national banquet chefs.

Ye Fei learned from him thanks to the head chef at the restaurant where she worked who made the connection.

She went through several channels before meeting Zhu Changzhi.

She studied under Zhu Changzhi for only three years.

She is considered a disciple of Zhu Changzhi, but not an official protégé.

However, Zhu Changzhi was quite fond of Ye Fei.

Ye Fei’s dedication to culinary research, her perception, and perseverance all left Zhu Changzhi very satisfied.

It was only due to the restrictions of the Zhu family’s rules that Ye Fei couldn’t be taken in as a formal disciple.

But whatever Zhu Changzhi could impart within those rules, he didn’t keep to himself.

He really couldn’t bear to see such a promising talent go to waste.

Indeed, Zhu Changzhi felt regret more than once.

If Ye Fei were part of the Zhu family, if the family didn’t have so many rules, it would be perfect.

He would certainly spare no effort in teaching her.

Even for Zhu Changzhi, he wasn’t completely authoritative in the Zhu household.

He had many constraints as well.

Nevertheless, even though Ye Fei couldn’t be considered a formal disciple, in Zhu Changzhi’s eyes she was no different than one.

Because of this experience, Ye Fei gained senior and junior siblings, and her relationships with them were rather good.

Ye Fei remembered that one of her juniors seemed to be studying at Changping Academy.

Although learning cooking from Zhu Changzhi, she wanted to go to Changping to absorb different knowledge.

Ye Fei always felt that the time spent learning under Zhu Changzhi was worthwhile.

If given the chance, she also wanted to learn more at Changping Academy.

Zhu Changzhi had told her due to the rules, what he could teach her had already been passed on in those three years.

Actually, to Ye Fei, what couldn’t be taught wasn’t much of a loss.

As long as her basic skills were there, her strength too, Ye Fei herself could develop newer and more innovative dishes.

That’s what Zhu Changzhi told Ye Fei.

She had the strength and didn’t need to be limited to existing recipes.

Ye Fei thought the same.

Because what could be taught had already been taught by Zhu Changzhi.

He advised Ye Fei not to continue studying under him.

Nothing else needed to be learned, and continuing would only be a waste of time.

If given the opportunity, Ye Fei could go to Changping to study.

There, she would be able to learn much more.

Ye Fei always remembered these words.

But with Xiao Mo around, Ye Fei couldn’t just leave Xiao Mo behind to study.

At that time, her priority was still earning money and taking care of Xiao Mo.

If she truly went to study, videos could continue to be made.

But ultimately, she wouldn’t be able to maintain the effective update frequency as before.

Thus, Ye Fei kept this matter in mind but hadn’t yet acted on it.

Recently, with nothing going on, Ye Fei thought of this matter.

Changping doesn’t require residence; she could attend school like going to work every day.

Now with no economic pressure, Ye Fei could do what she wanted.

"Changping should have plenty of things I don’t yet know." Ye Fei said, "Just from participating in the Changping Competition, based on the judges’ comments, I’ve already learned a lot. I think if I can study at Changping, I’ll definitely learn even more."

"There’s no issue with that." Zhao Gushen said, "The usual requirements for entry into Changping are mainly a few things. We won’t mention the tuition fees."

The tuition at Changping is notoriously expensive.

That’s why people like Tian Pengpo and others from affluent backgrounds are prominent.

Ordinary families simply can’t afford such high tuition at Changping.

It’s not that Changping sets high fees to elevate its status deliberately.

It’s just that the teachers at Changping are practically Michelin-star chefs aplenty, with famous locations everywhere.

Besides, there are frequent exchange competitions and courses.

Famous chefs from around the world are invited to Changping to teach either long-term or short-term.

It can be said that anyone whose name is ever mentioned has taught at Changping at some point.

Even the general public who don’t usually understand the culinary world can name a couple of world-famous chefs.

Clearly, its reputation is impressive.

Inviting these chefs to teach, along with hiring prominent chefs from at home and abroad as regular teachers at Changping.

All these expenses are considerable.

The inherent costs are there, so naturally, tuition needs to be high.

Not to mention the various facilities and infrastructure at Changping that set the stage for high tuition costs.

Therefore, the entry barrier at Changping is high; many chefs want to study there but can’t afford it.

"The basic requirement is the entrance exam. Each year’s exam has five teachers overseeing it, and passing requires a vote from at least three examiners to earn a spot."

"Changping’s entrance exam is practical; no theory questions are included. Through practical exams, examiners delve into details, observing if candidates pass issues that typically arise in theoretical exams. No matter how good their theory is, it requires completion through practice. Practice effectively tests their theoretical knowledge."

"Many candidates think that as long as their dish passes taste testing, they’re fine. But unknowingly, throughout the entire cooking process, from preparation to execution to completion, all are within the exam’s scope. Slight negligence could result in losing points. Many lose points unconsciously. During post-exam reviews, several points are often missed." Zhao Gushen explained.

"But it’s not just about passing the exam. Admission spots are limited each year. There’s a fixed number available. Once the number of passers exceeds the academy’s capability, they rank by score from high to low, drawing a line for admission. Those behind the line, having passed the exam, can’t meet the entry criteria."

Ye Fei nodded.

To say it’s strict, it’s actually not that strict.

It’s because only one practical exam is required.

Yet because there’s only one chance, it becomes exceptionally difficult.

"Of course, if you want to go, just attend classes; this isn’t necessary for you." Zhao Gushen said.

"Your strength was already proven through competitions. Even if you took the exam, you’d surely pass. Not participating in the exam, no one would doubt your abilities." Zhao Gushen said with a smile.

"Moreover, everyone knows you’re my wife. What’s wrong with letting my wife study at our own school? Surely, we have at least this bit of privilege?" Zhao Gushen continued, "If we strictly followed procedure, it would seem unusually contrived."

Ye Fei nodded, agreeing with Zhao Gushen.

This isn’t a competition, so there’s no need to be so particular, enforcing fairness requirements.

"Besides, you’re only planning on studying briefly, you’re not aiming for a Changping diploma, right?" Zhao Gushen asked with a laugh.

"Of course, I just want to study for a while, and absorb experiences I don’t yet have." Ye Fei replied.

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