After the two officially began cooking, the whispers in the venue gradually died down.
As time passed, Kojiro Shinomiya finished his dish first.
"Mr. Dojima, may I let them taste it first? Otherwise, it won't be good if it gets cold," Kojiro Shinomiya said, looking at Gin Dojima.
Gin Dojima considered it for a moment, then nodded in agreement.
The few people present were all professional chefs; even if some time passed, they could clearly remember the taste of a dish.
Seeing Gin Dojima agree, Kojiro Shinomiya brought his finished dish to the table of five.
"This is truly exciting! It's been a long time since I tasted Senior Shinomiya's cooking," Donato Gotoda said, somewhat happily.
The others also nodded in agreement.
Ever since graduating, Kojiro Shinomiya had gone abroad to develop his career. Not to mention his cooking, he himself was rarely seen.
"It's stuffed cabbage rolls! That's a bit unexpected," Donato Gotoda said in surprise.
"Indeed, this is a relatively common dish in French households. The difficulty of preparation isn't high. Is he holding back because his opponent is still a student?"
Kanseki Hei calmly looked at the dish in front of him.
"Although it's just an ordinary home-style dish, after passing through Shinomiya's hands, it's as if magic has been cast upon it."
"Both the color and appearance are quite striking, and the occasional fresh scent of vegetables makes one's appetite soar."
Mizuhara Fuyumi also spoke, her expression showing a hint of anticipation.
"That's easy to say, but when I think that this dish was made by the ill-tempered and annoying Senior Shinomiya, I just don't feel like eating it," Inui Hinako continued to express her opinion, practically asking for trouble.
Kojiro Shinomiya had endured Inui Hinako for a long time, and this time he was genuinely annoyed, directly giving her a chop to the head.
He said unhappily, "If you don't want to eat, then don't. Even if there are only four judges, the one who wins will still be me, and can only be me."
Inui Hinako immediately cried out in pain, tightly clutching her head.
Mizuhara Fuyumi and the others ignored the clowning Inui Hinako and began to formally taste the dish.
After taking a light bite, Mizuhara Fuyumi was captivated by the delicious taste.
"The meat used in this dish is not ordinary pork, but chicken breast from a free-range chicken."
"The chicken, stir-fried with butter, and then mixed with morels, asparagus, and other ingredients, elevates the flavor to another level."
"Moreover, mousse was added, and after steaming, the mousse melts in the mouth, its rich flavor instantly sweeping across the entire tongue."
"And what's most amazing is the outer layer of cabbage; it's as if magic was cast upon it. That delicate sweetness elevates the overall taste."
"What an incredible dish."
After tasting it, the judges all praised it profusely.
"It's clearly just an ordinary home-style dish, yet it's made to the standard of a high-end restaurant. Truly impressive," Kanseki Hei couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.
"Although I'm very unwilling to admit it, it's truly delicious," Inui Hinako said, covering her face, her expression full of bliss.
"Hmph~" Kojiro Shinomiya smiled smugly, but when he saw Erina's calm expression, his smug look immediately froze.
"Miss Erina, has my dish failed to satisfy you?"
Kojiro Shinomiya's words attracted the attention of many, and they couldn't help but focus their gaze on the fifth judge, Erina.
Erina took out a napkin and gently wiped the corner of her mouth. She looked at Kojiro Shinomiya calmly and asked, "Senior Shinomiya, this isn't your signature dish, is it?"
Kojiro Shinomiya was first stunned, then gave a wry smile, "You must be joking. My opponent is still a student. Do you think I need to use my signature dish to deal with her?"
"Although I'm very annoyed with her, as a senior, I wouldn't be so petty. I'd at least give her a chance to win."
Looking at Kojiro Shinomiya's confident appearance, a hint of pity arose in Erina's heart.
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"You are truly arrogant. Because of your arrogance, you will probably pay a heavy price."
The former First Seat of the Elite Ten being defeated by a first-year student... He probably wouldn't be able to handle it later.
Hearing this, Kojiro Shinomiya's smug expression immediately darkened.
Inui Hinako and the others looked at Erina strangely.
Was Erina's statement too rash? That was Kojiro Shinomiya; even they had to admit his talent.
"Erina-chan, although I'd also love to see Senior Shinomiya lose, it's impossible. You've tasted the dish he just made. With your God Tongue, can't you perceive its power?" Inui Hinako shook her head, her tone somewhat helpless.
"That first part was unnecessary," Kojiro Shinomiya glared at her, displeased.
"It seems you still don't understand. Her opponent has a super perverted master," Erina also shook her head, her tone a mix of sarcasm and jealousy.
She herself didn't understand why she felt such emotions.
Inui Hinako and the others were unaware of the specific circumstances of this Food War, so they didn't understand Erina's words. However, Kojiro Shinomiya had witnessed Liu Ming's power.
His carefully prepared recipe—the other party could come up with several improvement plans just by looking at it.
Such exaggerated knowledge reserves, it seemed, truly could not be underestimated.
However, it was too late now; thinking more wouldn't help.
"Alright, stop talking, all of you. Let's begin judging Tadokoro Megumi's dish now," Gin Dojima stepped forward, interrupting their conversation.
At this moment, Tadokoro Megumi also brought out her dish—a white, jade-colored plate covered with an opaque metal dome.
It made it impossible to see what dish was inside.
"Hmm? Tadokoro Megumi, do you only have one serving here?" Gin Dojima couldn't help but ask when he saw Tadokoro Megumi only bring out one plate.
"Yes, if this dish of mine is separated, it will lose its original flavor, so I trouble the judges to enjoy it together," Tadokoro Megumi said, a little embarrassed.
Although the judges found it a bit strange, they didn't have much objection.
However, their anticipation for this dish increased by several points.
Looking at the familiar scene before her, Erina's expression became somewhat complex.
Did she really make it?
But why was she able to make it?!
Is the gap between her and me really that big?
"Is the dish you made called Phoenix Crystal?" Erina couldn't help but ask, wanting to truly confirm it.