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Lin Xu, who is about to graduate from university, suddenly gets bound to the Cooking God system and has become the owner of a restaurant. To taste his handmade noodles, customers would not hesitate to leave work early. To savor his Braised Pork Belly, customers would even place their orders a week in advance. "He really made Chili Oil? Well, in that case, we definitely have to try it." "Oh my God! This Chili Oil is so good!"

Fresh off the battlefield, Marshal Ke Lian received the startling news that his never-before-met fiancée had faced a family tragedy, losing both her parents. Despite inheriting a massive fortune, she now required someone to look after her. As the top-ranking figure on the "Empire's Most Popular Young Men Among Women" list, Marshal Ke Lian, known for his unparalleled charm and prowess, dutifully followed his father's wishes and married Du Xixi. He had envisioned Du Xixi as a delicate flower in need of tender care. But who could have imagined that the girl wielding a kitchen knife, fiercely battling the Humming Beast, would be the same one needing protection? Du Xixi stumbled into the Star Era, finding herself parentless and with a billion-dollar inheritance to claim... Oh, and a supposedly handsome fiancé she had never actually met. As the sole heir to the prestigious Imperial Chef Family, Du Xixi gazed at the rows of sleek Mecha in her new husband's courtyard and couldn't help but feel that a kitchen knife aligned more with her true temperament.

Fu Yu awoke from a big dream, feeling like the heavens stuffed his mouth with a pie. Everything familiar suddenly became virtual. The work kitchen, the tools he used, the colleagues he cooperated with, and the customers he faced. Everyone and everything has become walking NPCs and auxiliary tools. Daily life and work have turned into main quests that need to be completed and key clues for advancement. A customer ordered a dish of loose sautéed meat slices. Fu Yu took out a piece of fresh tenderloin: [Pork: Freshness: 90%] Held an egg in one hand: [Egg: Freshness: 85%] Heated oil in the pot, prepared starch, and got ready onions, ginger, and garlic. First frying, then stir-frying; the meat is cooked and taken out of the pot, plated and served to the customer: [Ding! Task of one portion of loose sautéed meat slices completed. Reward received: Cooking Experience +10, RMB +100, one oil-draining spatula!] As a chef constantly fed by the heavens, as long as he cooks, he levels up!

Lin Chen transmigrated to a parallel world America and was forced to participate in Season 14 of the show "Wild Survival". From an underestimated street food truck operator, he soared to become the Wilderness Chef God! Damp and slippery moss, colorful poisonous mushrooms, and rotten, stinking wood were transformed into tempting delicacies in his hands. Lichen and Kelp Soup, Stir-fried "Jianshouqing" Mushrooms, Crispy Woodworms, Tender Beggar's Chicken, Oven-braised Roast Duck, Diced Rabbit with Double Peppers, Steamed Egg Custard, Crystal Wild Vegetable Dumplings, Pan-fried Salmon... While the other contestants were still foraging for berries to fill their stomachs, Lin Chen had already eaten until his little belly was full. He caught migrating salmon in the cold of Alaska, hunted porcupines, snatched prey from the jaws of a Tundra Wolf, and even brought the show to a climax by using his exquisite footwork to kite and kill a Black Bear with a hunting bow! As soon as the show aired, it went viral. Viewers developed a strong interest in this young chef from the mysterious, ancient nation across the ocean, and began to replicate the Great Xia delicacies Lin Chen made in their own homes. "I declare, this steamed egg custard is the most delicious egg dish I have ever eaten!" "This Thanksgiving, my family has unanimously decided to spare the poor turkey and eat Great Xia Roast Duck instead!" "Alone," which had been suffering from declining ratings, returned to the top of the variety show charts and began a new chapter of traveling the world! Outside of the show, Lin Chen began to purchase a manor, farm the land, raise pigs, run a YouTube channel, and occasionally make pop-up appearances on the streets to sell Great Xia food. When faced with a reporter's question, Lin Chen waved his hands dismissively, "Don't get the wrong idea. Not all of us from Great Xia know kung fu; I'm just an ordinary street cook."

Ikki Isaku, a 17 years old boy, a student in a vocational school majoring in culinary, return to his hometown for summer vacation. When collecting cooking ingredient is a mountain near his town, accidentally he found a cave and interested in exploring that cave. An unfortunate event happens when he exploring the cave, he falls into an abyss inside the cave. His consciousness faded as his body falls into darkness in that dark abyss. When he wakes up, he already in another person body. The body he currently lives in is the body of sole heirs of Baron Harvard, young master Henry Harvard, that due to an incident in his trip, fallen from his horse and lost his consciousness and even his life. What will Ikki do in his new life as a young master in Harvard castle? Can he adapt to the new life? Check also our other collaboration series in here: https://www.webnovel.com/book/10935956806210505 You can support me on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/Lord_Haart and at ko-fi: ko-fi.com/lord_haart Update : 1 chapter for each 100 PS in previous week

In a world where omegas are at the top of the social hierarchy, Lee Jiyeon, a female chef from the 21st century, finds herself transmigrated into the body of a poor Alpha girl in a world ruled by omegaverse dynamics. Upon awakening, Jiyeon discovers she has not only inherited the Alpha body but also a marriage contract with the tyrant Yura, making matters more complicated. In this new world, Jiyeon's culinary skills are not just a passion but a valuable asset. She gains a Culinary System that helps her rise from rags to riches.

Join the Discord channel below for character image illustrations and discussions about books: https://discord.com/invite/QR8GenDD ***** The story follows Li Chen, a 23-year-old college student who tragically dies after being hit by a truck on the last day of college. However, he finds himself reincarnated in a fantastical world where he takes on the identity of another Li Chen, a 23-year-old from the Li clan who was seen as worthless for lacking a system. Through a twist of fate, he gains a late summoning and acquires a system spirit, unlocking a dormant power within him known as the divine cooking system. With this new system, he sets off on a journey that initially seems simple but gradually reveals itself to be a daunting responsibility that he must bear.

In a world divided by fire and philosophy, two civilisations have mastered the art of cooking — but never spoken the same language. In the East, Food Adepts cultivate inner energy through knife, flame, and breath. A perfectly sliced cut can heal a wound. A broth simmered for three days can break a man's curse. Cooking is not craft — it is war. In the West, Culinamancers wield culinary magic through ritual, emotion, and forbidden ingredients. One wrong pinch of spice can collapse an empire. One perfect dish can crown a king. For centuries, these two worlds have coexisted in silence — until a young chef from the Eastern borderlands enters the Western Grand Culinary Tournament uninvited, unannounced, and unknown. He wins using techniques nobody in the West has ever seen. Now both civilisations want him. Some to learn from him. Some to silence him. And one — to destroy everything he has ever known. Every dish is a battle. Every flame tells a story. Every bite changes the world. — Ocean Fung

'A Culinary Adventure in the Game World!!' Kai never asked for this. One minute, he’s stuck in a dead-end life, barely scraping by. Next, he’s reincarnated into a game world, trapped in the body of the Darklord. But there's a twist—he doesn’t just inherit the Darklord’s power. No, Kai is cursed with something far worse: a Culinary System that can turn food into magic, potions, and weaponry. In a world where culinary prowess is power, Kai has to master his cooking skills to survive. Can he turn scraps into a full course of victories, or will he fall victim to the game's deadly rules? As he navigates treacherous quests, forms unlikely alliances, and battles powerful foes, Kai learns that his new identity as the Darklord isn't just about power—it's about survival. But he's not the only one after the game’s ultimate secrets. A mysterious Crimson Guild, bent on using Kai’s Culinary System to take control of the world, is hot on his heels. To escape this game, Kai will need to unlock the true potential of his cooking, master ancient recipes, and discover how to break free from the game... but can he do all that before the Guild catches up with him? A world of dangerous quests, supernatural enemies, and magic-infused meals await! The Culinary System. The Darklord’s power. And a feast of deadly secrets. The game has just begun.

Twenty years ago, Liliana Sterling lost her parents in a tragic accident, and the once-prestigious Sterling Clan fell into ruin, becoming nothing more than a forgotten name. Fortunately, the powerful St. Claire Family stepped in to care for her, honoring a lifelong friendship and a debt owed to her late father. Liliana once dreamed of becoming an actress and standing beneath dazzling stage lights. But fate had other plans. Setting aside her ambitions, she chose to live quietly in the countryside. With her thick glasses, brown pigtails, and modest dresses, Liliana spends her days cooking, cleaning, and keeping everything perfectly organized. To everyone around her, she is nothing more than an ordinary woman living an ordinary life. But Liliana is hiding a secret. She is married to the world’s biggest idol. Chris St. Claire is the man millions of women adore. As the charismatic vocalist of Pulse—the most popular boyband on the planet—he is an international superstar whose every move makes headlines. Handsome, talented, and heir to one of the wealthiest families in the country, Chris seems to have it all: fame, fortune, and countless fans who dream of becoming his wife. Yet none of them know the truth. To the world, Chris St. Claire is the entertainment industry’s most eligible bachelor. Behind closed doors, he is already a husband. What began as a marriage of obligation slowly blossoms into something neither of them expected. Through quiet moments, unspoken acts of care, and years of supporting one another from afar, Chris and Liliana become the most important people in each other’s lives. Yet neither realizes that the affection growing in their hearts has long since become love. But secrets are fragile. As Chris' fame reaches even greater heights, jealous celebrities, obsessive fans, and ambitious rivals threaten to expose the truth behind their hidden marriage. When their carefully guarded secret is pushed into the spotlight, Chris and Liliana must decide whether to continue protecting the life they’ve built—or risk everything for the love they’ve never dared to confess. Can a shy country housewife and the world’s most beloved idol overcome the pressures of fame and finally reveal their true feelings? Or will the world tear them apart before they ever get the chance?