She came for revenge, stayed for the dumplings — and the assassin who stole her heart.
37 minSeason 1 • Episode 24
LatestCui Can participates in the match as Jiang Xiu's assistant. Jiang Xiu reveals her marriage with Cui Can in public. Jiang Xuyang uses Li Jidong to plot against Li Nai. The match will begin soon. However, Jiang Xu Yang sends his men to bring Li Jidong to the contest venue. Li Nai rushes there to meet up with Li Jidong after answering his call, but she's stuck in the elevator.
Apprentice Li Nai went undercover to help his master reclaim the prestigious Five-Star Kitchen Knife, symbolizing honor. Her sole purpose was to one day defeat the "Chef Assassin" Jiang Jie, but she ended up falling into a trap designed by Jiang Jie. This drama is set against the backdrop of traditional Chinese cuisine, where a culinary novice and the "Knife-Stealing Assassin" in the culinary world embark on a battle of wits and skills, creating a sweet and bitter rivalry on their culinary journey.
Production
Gorgeous food cinematography that'll ruin your takeout standards.
Acting
Zhang Miaoyi's glare could curdle milk — then her smile melts butter.
Writing
Deft balance of silly rom-com beats and genuine kitchen stakes.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Five-Star Kitchen Knife mirrors real Chinese culinary hierarchy traditions, where master chefs pass down symbolic blades as lineage markers.
Deng Zhanneng reportedly cast Zhang Miaoyi after seeing her in a cooking competition show — her actual knife skills in episode 12 are un-doubled.
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