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We reply and the rules continue to be explained.

'There are five types of dishes to make: salad, soup, meat, fish and dessert. You will be served one dish each in turn. Since this is Takuto-san's first time, is it okay if we serve it later?

Thank you.

Hmm. I'll show you the difference.

Well, I guess we're both in the clear, so Tact-san will take over.

Now there was a slight pause... and the chefs around me changed the mood for a moment. It's just as I thought, they check what they need to check.

You can use any of these ingredients that you like. There is no time limit. This time we have prepared items that can be used to make time pass at will. Please feel free to use them as you wish.

Heh, this is an interesting item. I mean, I want it. That means I can make fish sauce right away with it, right? It's too convenient.

That's all I have to say. Do you have any questions?

I raise my hand.

”Do you have a point?

Come in.

Can you give us some clear criteria for the type of food?

For example, curry rice. If you're going to define this as a soup dish, I'd like to know the criteria for it.

'I see. Basically, the main dish has to match the dish. For example, in a salad, you can add a small amount of fish fillets and if the main dish is a salad, it is a salad. On the other hand, if the main dish is fish and you use vegetables for garnish, it's a fish dish.

What about vegetable soup?

It's true that you use a lot of vegetables, but it's only a soup, so in that case it's a soup dish. If you ask me what category the dish is for, I will make a decision each time. So please don't worry, you can be at ease and show off your skills.

I see. Good to know.

Do you have any other questions?

I'm fine.

No.

We now have a cooking contest battle.

Thus began the cooking contest battle.