A French bakery has become a tourist attraction in Nanping township, which is part of Zhuhai, a coastal city in Guangdong province.
Papa Romantic, located in Beishan community, attracts a large number of Chinese and foreigners alike. After
The bakery is a welcoming environment for those who want to sit and enjoy authentic French cuisine.
On one side is a well-preserved old ancestral hall, and on the other side are lush trees that provide shade
At Papa Romantic, the best-selling items include baguettes, croissants, sandwiches, crepes and cookies. In addition, some unique treats such as fig bread and colorful macrons are also popular among young customers.
Owner and baker Ronan Salaun,
“Simple things are important, and the quality of salt and pepper makes a big difference,” Salaun said.
While remaining true to his French roots, he has also taken into consideration the dietary habits of Chinese people. “Chinese locals prefer soft crust bread, while French like the crusty one. I sell both kinds. I can’t just maintain the original characteristics; I must adapt to locals’ preferences,” he said.
A former mechanical engineer, Salaun, was sent by a Hong Kong company to work at a furniture factory in Wanzai township, Zhuhai, in November 2000. He said he couldn’t have imagined how much his life would change with that move.
At that time, Wanzai was a tiny town
For Salaun, life in Wanzai seemed simple and rustic. He remembers
Although the living and working conditions were not as favorable as
A.He has invited many people to dinner. |
B.He intentionally cooked a lot of soup. |
C.He doesn’t like leftovers either. |
D.He used leftovers in the soup. |
3 . USING YOUR SCORPIO COOKER: USEFUL HINTS
Follow these useful hints to obtain the best results when using your new SCORPIO cooker.
Choice of burner
Use a large burner to bring liquids to the boil quickly, and use a small one for stewed dishes and sauces.
To conserve gas, place the pan centrally over the burner and adjust the flame so that it does not extend past the edges of the pan.
Do not boil food too rapidly. A strong boil does not cook any faster but violently shakes up the food, which may then lose its taste.
flame too high — wastes gas flame not past edges of pan — conserves gas
Utensils
All normally available utensils (aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, ceramic, etc.) may be used on your new gas cooker, but ensure that they are steady, in order to avoid dangerous spill-over of hot liquids.
Caution: Large Utensils
When a cooker is installed close to a worktop, ensure that whenever large utensils are used, they are placed so that they do not overhand the side of hotplate, as this may cause scorching or charring of the worktop surface.
Oven
There is a gradual change in temperature between the bottom and top of the oven. The first, or bottom, shelf position is the coolest and the fourth, or top, shelf position is the hottest. Because of the temperature change from one shelf position to another, it is possible to cook various dishes which require different temperatures, at the same time. As a rough guide, the temperature change from one shelf to the next is about ten degrees Celsius.
Some recipes do not refer directly to temperature but use descriptions such as “slow”, “moderate”, “hot” etc. when using such recipes, the following chart may be taken as a guide:
OVEN TEMPERATURES | |
slow: | 110℃ |
warm: | 130℃ |
moderate: | 150℃ |
moderately hot: | 180℃ |
hot: | 220℃ |
very hot: | 250℃ |
If preheating is required, allow time for the oven to reach the set temperature. The following table may be used as a guide:
PREHEATING | |
3 minutes: | 120℃ |
6 minutes: | 180℃ |
10 minutes: | 250℃ |
Note that the oven light (where fitted) is located on the splash back.
Storage drawer (where fitted)
The storage drawer situated underneath the oven is designed for the storage of pans and utensils. Do not place plastic utensils or flammable material in this drawer. To remove the drawer, withdraw it to the fully open position. Then lift it dear of the stops. To refit the drawer, locate the nylon drawer slides on the slide tracks. Lift the drawer slightly to clear the stops, then slide it to the fully shut position.
1. How do you conserve gas when using a Scorpio cooker?A.Make the flame as high as possible. | B.Shake up the food. |
C.Keep the flame not past the pan edges. | D.Make a strong boil. |
A.use a large utensil | B.use a small burner |
C.cook it faster | D.use a utensil made of stainless steel |
A.Pans and plastic utensils. | B.Pans and non-flammable material. |
C.Utensils and flammable material. | D.Pans and various dishes. |
A.He has invited many people to dinner. | B.He intentionally cooked a lot of soup. |
C.He doesn’t like leftovers either. | D.He used leftovers in the soup. |
5 . Does the thought of cooking an entire Christmas dinner for friends and family make you shudder? Our cookery writer Sophie Godwin has created the ultimate simplified menu for a stress-free day. With a range of time-saving techniques and showstopping flavour twists, this is the only festive menu you’ll ever need. Embrace the art of the shortcut!
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11am Take your turkey out of the fridge.
11:30am Heat the oven. Prepare the rosemary butter and rub underneath the turkey skin.
12pm Put the turkey in the oven to roast.
12:15pm Boil the potatoes and root vegetables. Make the harissa & orange marmalade glaze. Chop the ingredients for the stuffing sprouts.
1pm Baste the turkey, pour in the white wine and nestle cabbage wedges around the bird. Return to the oven.
1:10pm Prepare the separate ingredients for the mackerel starter.
1:25pm Smash the roasties and put them in the oven.
1:30pm Check the turkey—take out to rest if the internal temperature has reached 65C. Return the cabbage to the oven to finish cooking.
1:35pm Toss the roasted roots in the harissa glaze, then put in the oven.
1:40 pm Make the gravy, cook the sprouts and keep warm.
2 pm Sit down to the starter, with everything for you lunch ready to go.
The dessert takes just 10 minutes to assemble ,so you can do it once you’ve enjoyed the main course.
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1. Which section CAN’T we find on the website?A.Classic cocktails | B.Vegetarian Christmas |
C.Roast calculator | D.Wealth management |
A.1 hour | B.2 hours | C.1.5 hours | D.2.5 hours |
A.The entire Christmas dinner is composed of a roasted turkey and dessert. |
B.The automatically-generated shopping list is just for user’s reference. |
C.Most of the ingredients on the shopping list come from the same brand. |
D.You can buy all your ingredients online through Whisky by one click. |
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A.Educators from South Africa. | B.Teenagers fond of cooking. |
C.Students eager to make friends. | D.Photographers around the world. |
A.Brainstorming ideas in one’s group first. | B.Avoiding using cooking oil. |
C.Sending a sample dish before May. | D.Creating one’s own dish. |
A.To announce a cook competition. | B.To start a cook festival on campus. |
C.To advertise a local cook course. | D.To organise a cook show in South Africa. |
7 . Many people prefer eating out instead of cooking at home. A change appears to be taking place, though, and millennials are leading the way. According to one survey, more young people are starting to cook at home for three basic reasons: They can save money, eat healthy and waste less food.
Popular TV chefs are also getting millennials excited about learning some basic cooking skills. Many millennials view cooking as a form of entertainment and self-expression. They proudly post pictures of their cooking creations on Facebook or Instagram, and invite friends over to share the cooking experience.
Many millennials have also found ways to avoid wasting food. After roasting a chicken, they put the leftover bones in their freezer instead of the garbage can. Later, they use the bones to make chicken stock which is an important ingredient in many dishes.
They also hate throwing out fruit that’s too old. To avoid that situation, they bake ripe fruit like berries and bananas for 15 minutes at 175 degrees C. Then they freeze it overnight. After that, they place the fruit in plastic bags and store it their freezer for later use.
Now any millennials only eat at restaurants that have excellent food-waste policies. These servants use every part of the vegetables they buy, including their stems and roots, in dishes. They also use beef, chicken and pork bones to make their own stock.
Millennials also reduce food waste by only buying what they require. Before going to a market, they write down what they need and don’t buy anything else. They way they won’t purchase more food than they can consume.
1. What is the main subject of this article?A.A cooking trend that has attracted millennials. |
B.A plan that millennials have for donating food. |
C.A novel cooking technique that millennials like. |
D.A food production system favored by millennials. |
A.Mix it with other ingredients in a bowl. |
B.Carefully remove the skin and seeds from it. |
C.Use a sharp knife to chop it up into pieces. |
D.Put it in an oven at the proper temperature. |
A.When they dine out together |
B.Whey they vote for candidates |
C.When they choose an employer |
D.When they plant a new garden |
A.They select small cans and packages. |
B.They prepare a practical shopping list. |
C.They leave their credit cards at home. |
D.They weigh produce before buying it. |
A.The man prefers dining out tonight. |
B.There's something wrong with the kitchen. |
C.The woman would not help the man with cooking. |
D.The woman doesn't think cooking at home is a good idea. |