4 . From a fish and chip stall, Jenny has come to be the toast of London’s foodie scene. She has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming a famous chef, a distinction that has been a dream coming true for her. “It’s still sinking in,” she said, expressing her surprise at the overwhelming social media response to her accomplishment.

Her restaurant is a unique space where modern West African cuisine takes center stage, highlighting the rich culinary (烹饪的) traditions of Nigeria’s Hausa, Yoruba, and Igbo ethnic groups. “In my restaurant, I bring together these three culinary traditions, providing an exciting journey for diners,” Jenny described. Each dish tells a story, from a black sauce for fish, a postpartum (产后的) meal for new mothers, to a fermented tomato sauce.

Jenny’s love for food began at a young age, but she was initially guided towards a more traditional career path. She studied biological sciences in university, where she also ran a fish and chip cart. Her move to the UK in 1999 marked the beginning of her journey towards culinary success.

As for her, her restaurant is not only a restaurant but also Jenny’s way of honoring her heritage and the food her grandmother used to prepare. “The memory of my grandmother’s cooking inspires me every day,” she shared. Jenny’s cooking shows heartfelt respect for her roots, and her mission is to showcase the flavors of her culture.

Jenny longs to be a role model for chefs from diverse backgrounds. She recognizes the value of representation and hopes her success can inspire other chefs in the UK. She notes that while the industry is slowly becoming more inclusive, it’s crucial for employers, landlords, critics, and investors to expand their perspectives to support a variety of cuisines.

Her fame is a testament (证明) to her talent and dedication, but it’s the personal connection to her dishes and the memories of home-cooked meals that truly fuel her passion. Jenny’s story is a shining example of how one can achieve their dreams while staying true to their cultural identity.

The Chinese Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb Sweeping Day, celebrates the beginning of spring and is the occasion     1    families show respect to their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their tombs. The festival takes place on the 15th day after the Spring Equinox (春分), which falls on April 4th    2     5th. As Qingming comes, temperature rises and rainfall increases,    3    (indicate)an important time for sowing seeds.

The Qingming Festival     4    (date) back more than 2,500 years and it originated from Hanshi Day, meaning “a day with cold food only”. One story has it that Jie Zitui, who was a loyal man to his lord Duke Wen, died in a fire in 636 BCE. So Duke Wen ordered three days without fire     5     memory of Jie. The next year, he ordered that the day after Hanshi Day should be the Qingming Festival, a day to honor     6     dead. Over time, the two festivals     7    (eventual) combined and the traditions of eating cold food and honoring ancestors became     8     (attach) to the Qingming Festival.

While there is much sadness surrounding Tomb Sweeping Day, there is also     9    (celebrate) , happiness and a festive atmosphere. Nowadays, the Qingming Festival is a time of multiple     10    (activity) , such as tomb sweeping, spring outing, flying kites and eating festive food like Qingtuan.

9 . Cooking skills are abilities that allow you to cook safely and effectively.     1    , there are also professional skills for cooks that allow you to perform in ways that appeal to customers and impress employers. Here are some ways to improve your cooking skills for your career.

Attend classes or pursue a degree

    2    , consider attending cooking classes or pursuing a degree in cooking. Attending classes or completing coursework with others can help you practice many skills like cleanliness and teamwork, and you can learn cooking techniques that may appeal to employers.

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Learning from others is a great way to understand how cooks work with different types of cuisine and what employers might expect from you in the food service industry. While learning from a colleague who is as skilled as you is a useful method for improving your skills, it’s also valuable to find an experienced mentor (导师) to teach you how to behave in a kitchen and develop your strengths.

Gain experience

To improve your cooking skills, you can work in a professional environment. Performing work gives you the opportunity to gain experience and see in what areas you can improve to be more successful in your role.     4    .

Ask for feedback (反馈)

Asking for feedback can give you valuable information about what you do well and which abilities you can improve.     5    . That’s because they know more about your typical behavior in a professional kitchen. However, mentors who help you train or teach you in class can also be a good source of feedback.

Guangzhou, a city located in the southern part of China, is famous for     1     (it)historical and cultural heritage as well as its unique food culture around the world. Among them, the most     2     (represent) dish is the “Dim Sum” in Cantonese morning tea.

Dim Sum, literally (字面上) translated as “touching heart”, is a term     3     (use) by Cantonese people to refer to traditional Chinese desserts and snacks. It originated in the Qing Dynasty and was originally served     4     breakfast for the nobility (贵族). However, over time, Dim Sum     5     (become) a part of Guangzhou people’s daily life. Whether it’s morning or afternoon, you can see people enjoying this delicacy in tea houses.

    6     variety of Dim Sum is wide, including steamed rice rolls with chicken, rice noodle rolls, shrimp dumplings, siu mai, chicken feet, egg tarts and so on. Each type of dim sum has its unique production process and taste. For example, shrimp dumplings     7     (make) by mixing fresh shrimp and pork, and the outer skin is as thin as a cicada’s wing. Moreover, the inner filling is     8     (extreme) delicious.

In Guangzhou,     9     (enjoy) Dim Sum is not just about tasting delicious food, but also a way of life and cultural experience. People will spend a lot of time in tea houses, sharing food, chatting, and enjoying life with friends and family. This lifestyle is called “drinking tea”,     10     is a necessary part of the lives of Guangzhou people.