Chapter 453: Chapter 453: Off Course

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“The dish Cindy Clarke chose isn’t exclusive to Quire; several high-end restaurants offer it too. But this dish has only ever become a signboard dish for Quire. Hearing of the dish, people immediately think of Quire — this fact speaks volumes.”

“To be honest, it was unwise of Cindy Clarke to choose this dish.” Hunter Clarke sighed, expressing his admiration for Cindy.

However, with her choice this time, she’s only creating trouble for herself.

Unexpectedly, Charles Dean held a different view: “I am looking forward to it. I am certain that Cindy will introduce a creative spin to the dish.”

“The list comprises only some of the recipe’s ingredients, not all.” Charles mentioned, “I am eager to see the surprises that Cindy will bring from the undeclared list.”

The list that the competition authorities require the contestants to submit only includes the main ingredients and some unusual ingredients.

This is to prevent situations where there is inadequate supply of ingredients on the Racecourse.

Regular ingredients and seasonings are all provided by the competition authorities.

So Cindy didn’t list some of the ingredients.

And additionally, there was another consideration.

As the list would definitely be passed by people…

They had to consider the risk of the ingredients from the list getting leaked.

During such an intense competition, one cannot overestimate his rivals’ integrity.

Therefore, to prevent all the recipes from being sneakily obtained by the opponents through unfair means,

The competitors usually don’t list ingredients which the organizers are likely to provide anyhow.

“Charles, I didn’t expect you to think so highly of Cindy.” Wesley Gordon laughed, “To tell you the truth, ingredients not on the list are all standard provided by the competition. I really don’t think Cindy can bring something extraordinary out of these mundane ingredients.”

“That’s not necessarily true.” Charles Dean had great confidence in Cindy, “Cindy has surprised me twice, and I am looking forward to the third time.”

“Hahaha, in fact, I’m quite eager to see it as well,” Wesley Gordon laughed.

The five judges then looked at the other contestants.

“We’re down to the national top 40, and there are still competitors who believe that by using expensive ingredients to pile up a dish, victory is certain.” Hunter Clarke expressed his dissatisfaction upon seeing a contestant’s list.

“Who is it?” Rosaline Parker asked promptly.

“Iris Doone.” Hunter Clarke shook his head in disappointment, “Dishes featuring all these expensive ingredients won’t taste bad, naturally. But what’s the point of this? Such meals, as long as someone is wealthy enough to afford it, they can cook it at home and it will taste good. Why is there a need for her to cook it?”

“Iris Doone has lost her way.” Wesley Gordon sighed, “I remember during the auditions, I was quite optimistic about her and expecting more from her subsequent performance.”

Several judges shared their preliminary comments.

The competitors weren’t aware that the second round of the competition had in fact begun the moment they handed in their lists to the judges.

The judges already had an initial assessment of them.

Billy Houston didn’t hear the comments from the five judges.

Looking at the list, he’s wondering did Cindy forget to list Shark Fin?

If she needs it during the competition, this type of ingredient is prepared on a fixed amount by the competition authority, they won’t provide extras for her.

Should he go ask Cindy about it?

Doing so, however, would clearly be bending the rules for Cindy.

Such an action blatantly contradicts the competition’s rules.